In a controversial move, Bethesda removed traditional skills and karma, replacing them with a simplified perk-based leveling system. This shift has led some fans to describe it as an "FPS pretending to be an RPG". World Design & Atmosphere
A massive, albeit controversial, addition allowed players to rebuild communities across the Commonwealth . While some found it a "fiddly" distraction, others found it extremely satisfying to "clean up" the wasteland. Fallout 4
The most significant shift in was the move away from traditional "clunky" RPG mechanics toward a more fluid, shooter-centric experience. In a controversial move, Bethesda removed traditional skills