And you still didn't buy it, didn't you?
Usually I'm more a laissez fair kind of guy in this respect, but when programmers give quality storytelling and a solid game, then I am very vocal here. Use the wild wasteland perk and the game will sparkle even more. I threw myself away with laughter after finding the animal farm and reading all the diary entries. There is just sooo much to find. Incredible. ^^
This is the thing that sets fallout apart. It has fun, nonsense and also some very scary moments. (although I have to get rid of Boone, he's just too good and steals all my XP)