Fallout Cast Details the Brutal Reality of Wearing Practical Power Armor
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Stars of Prime Video's Fallout series share their intense behind-the-scenes experiences wearing the show's heavy, practical power armor suits.
When Prime Video adapted the Wasteland for television, the production team relied heavily on practical effects to sell the retro-futuristic setting. For the actors stepping into the iconic Brotherhood of Steel power armor, that commitment to physical props meant dealing with a serious test of endurance. Ahead of the season two premiere on December 17, cast members recently spoke with Polygon about the physical toll of wearing those massive fifty-pound suits on set.
For Aaron Moten, who plays Maximus, the experience is a mix of intimidating status and sheer heavy lifting. The armor demands patience just to put on and take away any chance of casual movement between takes. Kyle MacLachlan echoed similar sentiments about the added weight in the upcoming season, noting that getting bolted into the rig means sacrificing basic comforts like bathroom breaks or even scratching an itchy nose without assistance.
Walton Goggins experienced the most intense reaction of the group. While spending hours in ghoul prosthetics is already a grueling daily routine, Goggins admitted that trying out the power armor triggered a panic attack within thirty minutes due to the extreme claustrophobia. It is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how bringing our favorite digital gear to life requires a very real physical sacrifice from the people on screen.
Tags: Fallout, Prime Video, TV, Gaming Culture, Entertainment
Original article: Polygon