I agree - I regard Fallout 2 as one of the best RPGs ever (Ultima 7 was a landmark in terms of sandbox/simulation RPGs, but lacked the strong gameplay mechanics

I agree - I regard Fallout 2 as one of the best RPGs ever (Ultima 7 was a landmark in terms of sandbox/simulation RPGs, but lacked the strong gameplay mechanics of Fallout 1 and 2). I never played Baldur's Gate 2 (for whatever reason, I am slightly turned off by DnD's mechanics). I also never played Planescape Torment, but I'm sure it is good as well. Fallout 1/2 are some of the primary inspirations in the game I am currently making.