Fallout 2 is a role-playing video game set in a post-apocalyptic world, released in 1998. It is the sequel to the original Fallout and takes place in the year 2241, 80 years after the first game. Players control a character known as the Chosen One, who embarks on a quest to save their village, Arroyo, from a water crisis. The game features an open-world environment, allowing players to explore various locations, interact with characters, and complete quests. Players can choose different play styles, including combat, diplomacy, or stealth, and make decisions that affect the game's outcome and world.