Fallout fans face a major change in the release of the upcoming second season of the television show that could spell trouble for UK audiences. The videogame adaptation is back for a second round, with game fans particularly excited for the change of setting.

Despite an initial hiccup with an AI-generated recap video riddled with errors, Amazon Prime Video assures fans of eight riveting episodes in the pipeline. The forthcoming season will reunite viewers with Lucy, portrayed by the talented Ella Purnell, and Walton Goggins’ The Ghoul as they continue to search of Lucy’s father Hank, played by Kyle MacLachlan. This time, their journey takes them to fabulous New Vegas – a fan favourite location in the games.

The Fallout: New Vegas spin-off is widely regarded as one of best in the series and is beloved by gamers. So seeing returning characters like Maximus (Aaron Moten) and Norm (Moises Arias) in the Mojave alongside newcomers Kumail Nanjiani and Macauley Culkin has fans in a tailspin.

However, one major shift could lead to more spoilers for UK viewers. 

Fallout Season 2 Episode 1 release date and time

UK enthusiasts might have to burn the midnight oil or catch up later in the day. The inaugural episode is set to premiere on Wednesday, December 17 at 2am GMT, reports All Out Gaming.

For US viewers, the timing is more convenient, with Fallout Season 2, Episode 1 landing on Amazon Prime Video on December 16 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET.

Fallout Season 2 episode release schedule

The upcoming season comprises eight episodes, with a fresh episode released weekly.

The timings remain consistent each week, translating to Wednesdays at 6pm PDT / 9pm EDT for US fans, and 2am GMT on Thursdays for UK viewers.

The final episode is scheduled to air on February 4/5, depending on your location.

This is a marked contrast to Fallout Season 1, when all eight episodes were immediately available for streaming on Prime Video. It means that UK fans have less chance to catch up to their American counterparts and avoid having the story spoiled for them.

How can you watch Fallout Season 2?

Keen to catch the latest instalment of this video game turned TV series?

All that’s required is an active Amazon Prime subscription. Prime Video comes as part of the Amazon Prime package, which is priced at £8.99.

Alternatively, you could choose a standalone Prime Video subscription for just £5.99 per month.

Fallout Season 2 can be streamed across various devices including smart TVs, tablets, computers, and even your mobile phone.