Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the historical context and events that inspired the setting of the FallOut Four video game.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Computer or gaming console with access to FallOut Four game

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the basic storyline and setting of the FallOut Four game.

Activities

• Research the historical events that inspired the post-apocalyptic setting of FallOut Four. Look into events such as the Cold War, nuclear fears, and technological advancements.

• Play through specific in-game scenarios that reflect historical events and discuss how they relate to real-world history.

• Create a timeline of major historical events and compare them to the timeline within the game's storyline.

Eighth Grade Talking Points

• "The FallOut Four game is set in a post-apocalyptic world, which was inspired by real historical events like the Cold War and nuclear fears."
• "By playing through the game's scenarios, we can understand how historical events have influenced the game's storyline and setting."
• "Creating a timeline of historical events and comparing it to the game's timeline helps us see the connections between real-world history and the game's narrative."