After a big twist in the last episode, Fallout fans are really excited to find out when the next episode will come out and why episode five is so important for the season.
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Here's everything you need to know about when Fallout season 2 episode 5 is dropping and why it's a big deal.
When does Fallout season 2 episode 5 come out?
Fallout season 2 episode 5 will be available on Prime Video starting on Wednesday, January 14.
The episode will be released at the same time around the world, with the following times:
6pm PT
9pm ET
8am UK
1:30pm India
7pm Sydney
Prime Video is back to its usual weekly schedule now, after the season premiere came out early during the holidays.
Why episode 5 matters
Episode five starts the second half of the season and will deal directly with the major events from episode four.
A civil war has broken out in the Brotherhood after Quintus betrays Maximus, making questions about leadership and loyalty central to the rest of the season.
At the same time, Lucy and the Ghoul arriving in New Vegas brings the story to one of the franchise’s most famous places, showing it will play a big role rather than just being a short stop.
The appearance of a Deathclaw at the end of episode four also shows that the stakes have gone up, with the threat becoming real and active.
What happened at the end of episode four?
Episode four focused a lot on the origins of Fallout, mixing new plot developments with fan-favorite references.
Lucy and the Ghoul finally reached New Vegas, with the episode full of nods to Buffout, Addictol, and an Elvis-inspired version of the Kings.
The episode ended with a major reveal at the Gomorrah Hotel and Casino as a Deathclaw appeared, creating immediate danger for episode five.
Meanwhile, tensions within the Brotherhood reached a breaking point, leading to open conflict and changing the power dynamics for the rest of the season.
How many episodes are in Fallout season 2?
Fallout season 2 has eight episodes, the same number as the first season.
With the weekly release schedule, viewers will get new episodes over several weeks instead of all at once.
The season finale is set for February 4, 2026.
Prime Video has already confirmed a third season for Fallout, with executive producer Todd Howard saying the show's format allows for exploring more locations and timelines than the games.