That sounds like an acceptable compromise, I think. Best of both worlds. Though, I imagine it's "effectiveness" to please both sides will depend on the context of the MQ and how it is handled, etc. I think Bethesda tried that with Broken Steel, but couldn't hit the Bull's Eye so-to-speak. So some people were left, disappointed.

Something about the message that was transmitted over the frequency ,it is possible to get a temp licence for a few hours through the FCC

It'll be interesting to see how Beth handles it. I say it's pretty definite that the game will let you play past the MQ, but only time will tell how "effective" it'll be, as you put it.

Exactly.

Maybe even integrating the MQ with other quests in a passive way, for EX: In New Vegas, how the various faction leaders had you explore the Mojave and make contact with other lesser factions like the Great Khans, and either destroy them, or ensure allegiance. And in doing so, passively encourages the player to do other stuff on their paths that may catch their immediate interest.

Quote the quote, then copy & paste it into your edit. At least, that's how I do it...

What message?

Yep, that passive encouragement is what I'm actually wishing for. Like you said, it is a way to get the player exploring while also making it make sense.

Is it a certainty by now?

We probably won't know if this is legit or not for another 9 days.

They said after the uproar over FO3 ending,like it did,thats why they created broken steel...that they would both allow you to continue to explore after the MQ and would raise the initial level cap to a more reasonable number(81 if you played skyrim)I for one hate level caps,IMO it should cap you till the main quest is complete then let you GOD away,if you choose,maybe an option.

The one people were saying was being broadcast at (3450 Kz???)I believe that was the number.

Or about 5, at the VGX. I wouldn't be surprised if this survivor 2299 was connected to Bethesda, but they still announce fallout 4 at the VGX.

Todd comes out

"Its true"

*Survivor 2299 site comes up on the screen*

*Everyone jumps on the hype train*

Everyone jumps on the hypetrain? If that happens it's a runaway train not stopping until the last station!

That would be awesome, but if nothing happens at VGX, then that's four extra days of torture .

it was only there for a short time from whatI was told,I didnt hear anything myself.

I never heard anything either. Probably because there was nothing to hear.

I just hope VGX puts an end to this madness!

Sad part is: I'm fearing that it won't.....but here is to hoping that they do.

There should just be a 10 second blip on Bethesda.. Bethesda logo, Todd Howards face, little fallout sound, end..

Not sure if it's been posted but somebody on Reddit took all of the site's messages and compiled them into a story.

For anyone who hasn't seen it... http://thesurvivor2299.com/VT119/

Highlight the middle: REV FEAR - MGSS LHM'H EVHV KBIM'R QIUBMU. CB'L Z YYG MN HBM ZQSUB ZZAY

Translation: THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT'S COMING. IT'S A KEY TO THE GREAT GAME"

Desmond Lockheart confirmed.

Also, this is my 7667th post... FALLOUT 4 CONFIRMED

We may not hear anything at the VGAs even if they are planning a late 2014 release. I seem to remember hearing something about Pete Hines saying they might not announce games so far in advance of their release in the future, but I'm not sure.

I remember hearing that somewhere too. If announced at VGX then maybe an early-mid 2014 release? Nah, doesn't seem like they would have enough time to get it all together that early, well there's always October 23rd.

If the site is real then they are doing a bad job at that.