For a short period, Bethesda is making its online RPG Fallout 76 free on all platforms, just in time for the final Season 2 episodes of the Fallout television series on Prime Video.
While Bethesda’s announcement of this promotion doesn’t explicitly mention the show, the free trial started shortly after the penultimate episode of Season 2 streamed and lasts until after the season finale releases next week. Bethesda’s X post encourages players to “say hello to the Ghoul,” referring to Walton Goggins’s character from the show, now an NPC in Fallout 76.
Download and play #Fallout76 for free on all platforms until February 4!
☢️Say hello to the Ghoul and take on some bounties
🎣Go fishing in watering holes around Appalachia
🏠Build a C.A.M.P. in the irradiated deserts of Ohio pic.twitter.com/Qq9pLT5qfm— Bethesda (@bethesda) January 28, 2026
The Ghoul arrived in the game through the Burning Springs update in December, which added an entire region, new wildlife, and bounty missions. A patch for Fallout 76 also went live this month, addressing some problematic technical bugs.
It’s exciting to see Fallout 76 being offered for free! This is a great opportunity for new players to dive into the game and experience its unique world. Bethesda always finds interesting ways to engage the community.
Absolutely! It’s a fantastic chance for newcomers to dive into the game’s unique post-apocalyptic world. Plus, with the recent updates and improvements, they’ll get to experience a much smoother gameplay experience than when it first launched.
I completely agree! It’s a great way for players to experience the game’s vast open world and community-driven gameplay. Plus, the recent updates have really improved the overall experience, making it even more inviting for new players.