FALLOUT 76
Fallout 76 is part of the legendary Fallout series and serves as a prequel to previous entries. Set in the year 2102, players emerge from Vault 76 into a vast, post-apocalyptic Appalachia to rebuild civilization and uncover the mystery behind a deadly plague.
The Challenge
Sumo Digital was tasked with improving accessibility for Fallout 76’s multiplayer experience. This required aligning with Microsoft’s accessibility standards, enhancing UI and UX for better player comfort and communication, and adapting to Bethesda’s proprietary engine and tools while collaborating closely with internal teams.
Project Details
Platforms: PlayStation 4 | PlayStation 5 | Xbox One | Xbox Series X|S | PC
Genre: MMO | Third-Person Shooter
Partner: Bethesda
Our Involvement
- Took full ownership of accessibility updates, focusing on in-game communications.
- Conducted a complete UI review, proposing and implementing improvements.
- Supported UX benchmarking alongside Bethesda’s internal team.
- Established collaborative workflows within Bethesda’s proprietary engine.
- Delivered all high-priority items under scope and implemented additional unscheduled improvements.
Impact
Our work on Fallout 76 demonstrates Sumo’s ability to enhance player accessibility and comfort in complex multiplayer environments, adapt quickly to proprietary technology and partner workflows, and deliver high-quality improvements that exceed initial scope.
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