Fallout 4: Seven things we'd like to see on Xbox One and PlayStation 4

The Fallout series has created some of the most unforgettable moments in video game history. But while Fallout 3 received critical acclaim upon release in 2008, the game also divided players.

Some die-hard fans felt slightly disappointed - taking to forums to voice their frustration at a number of issues they felt took away from the experience.

As Fallout 4 fast approaches, what better time to pick out some things we'd like to see improved and included in the hope that the latest instalment could be a real masterpiece.

1) A more detailed world

It was spectacular in Fallout 3 when you broke out of Vault 101 and were blinded by the sunlight as you viewed the irradiated wasteland for the first time. But, as you started exploring the world, everything became far too familiar very quickly. One exception was Megaton, a small town built around an unexploded atomic weapon, with cults who worshipped the bomb, an old sheriff called Lucas Simms trying to keep order, and a dingy bar full of shady figures. Fallout 4 needs more locations with their own identity, building on Megaton's solid foundations.

2) More vibrant graphics

Fallout 3 has aged well in some respects, but was marred by poor, muddy textures, not helped by a washed-out, green-tinged colour palette. Hopefully the move to next-gen consoles will bring a more vibrant look and more impressive textures and details. Early signs from the Fallout 4 gameplay trailer are good, while the character models seem more impressive. Let's hope the same holds true for the monsters and creatures you'll run into as you explore Boston.

3) Refined V.A.T.S. and combat

The V.A.T.S. system was brilliantly satisfying, with the ability to target individual limbs leading to some incredibly gruesome deaths, but it wasn't perfect. There was almost no reason not to aim for the head with most enemies, while hit detection and death animation was often buggy and unconvincing. It was also clunky when using close-range weapons, often leading to comical 'air swings'. With a few tweaks, it could make Fallout 4 even more enjoyable.

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4) More varied radio stations

The music in Fallout 3 was old-school, and served as a wonderfully sinister backdrop during some of the game's more intense shootouts. There was a sense, however, that the song selection was limited - and it didn't take long for tracks to grate through repetition. Fingers crossed Fallout 4 will boast more variation - classical music could make for some amazing scenes as you venture through the wasteland.

5) Adding vehicles

This is a huge ask, and most likely not going to happen, but travelling through the wasteland would be much more fun if there were vehicles. This could open up some great new side quests, for example, fetching a battery or other components from Raider bases to get a clapped-out car. Failing vehicles, riding on mutated creations could be a nice touch, too, if a little brash.

6) Bigger decisions