Fallout Season 2, Episode 1 Features a Clever Twin Peaks Easter Egg
SPOILERS for Fallout Season 2 Episode 1: The Man Who Knew to follow: Fallout is back with Season 2, and it’s taking us from the sunny beaches of Los Angeles to the blistering Mojave Wasteland. This new setting, inspired by the classic Fallout: New Vegas, opens up fresh avenues to explore the Fallout universe. Even though we’re just one episode in, there are plenty of easter eggs and nods for sharp-eyed fans to discover. Here’s a rundown of some of the references we spotted in the show’s dive into the Mojave Wasteland.
**Dinky The Dinosaur**
Fans of Fallout: New Vegas will instantly recognize this landmark from Novac. Dinky The Dinosaur looms over the desolate town and served as a perfect sniper spot for Boone, a companion players meet during one of New Vegas’ standout quests. In a similar vein, Lucy (Ella Purnell) uses Dinky to take out several Great Khans with her rifle. Dinky was inspired by the real-life Cabazon Dinosaurs, a roadside attraction in Southern California near Palm Springs.
**Big Iron On His Hip (And A Bloody Mess In His Wake)**
When Lucy and The Ghoul (Walton Goggins) find themselves in a tight spot during a botched robbery of the Great Khans, they have to shoot their way out. This scene features a classic track from the Fallout: New Vegas soundtrack—“Big Iron” by Marty Robbins. This 1959 country western song narrates the tale of an Arizona Ranger facing off against a notorious outlaw, making it a fitting backdrop for The Ghoul as he takes down his foes. The action is also punctuated by the explosive demise of several Khans, possibly nodding to the “Bloody Mess” perk from the games, which cranked up the gore for players wielding their own big iron.
**No Water, No Vault**
In a quick update about Vault 33, the Overseer mentions that their water purification chip is failing. This mirrors the plot of the original 1997 Fallout game, where players took on the role of a dweller from Vault 13, sent into the wasteland to find a replacement for their vault’s water purification chip before the water supply ran out. It’s great to see that, while the show primarily draws from the Bethesda era of Fallout, it still pays homage to the classic Interplay titles.
**Another Settlement Needs Your Help**
As Lucy and The Ghoul navigate the Mojave Wasteland, they stumble upon Vault 24, located within a rundown Starlight Drive-In. Fans of Fallout 4 will recognize this as the same theater chain that serves as a potential settlement in The Commonwealth. At least Lucy isn’t being pestered about another settlement in need of assistance.
**Damn Fine Coffee**
Hank MacLean, portrayed by the legendary Kyle MacLachlan, takes a moment to savor a hot cup of coffee upon arriving at the Vault-Tec facility. MacLachlan is well-known for his role as Agent Dale Cooper, the coffee-loving FBI agent from the iconic series Twin Peaks, co-created by David Lynch. It’s a nice touch to see Fallout give a subtle nod to one of the great directors, especially following Lynch’s passing earlier this year.
**Howdy From Primm**
In keeping with the tradition of showcasing the broader Fallout world during the closing credits, fans of Fallout: New Vegas will spot the town of Primm, recognizable by its iconic rollercoaster, inspired by the real-life Buffalo Bill’s casino in Primm, Nevada. Primm was one of the early locations in the game, offering players a quest that presented their first major narrative choice regarding the town’s sheriff. The end credits also feature a Mojave Express location, the organization that The Courier, the protagonist of Fallout: New Vegas, worked for. Lastly, we catch a glimpse of a billboard for the Lucky 38 casino on The Strip, where luck is always in the house’s favor.
