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Bethesda Softworks, developer of the Elder Scrolls series as well as the forthcoming post-apocalyptic RPG Fallout 3, will partner with Geek Monthly magazine and the American Cinematheque to sponsor 'A Post-Apocalyptic Film Festival Presented by Fallout 3'.

"We are very excited to sponsor this film festival with the American Cinematheque and Geek Monthly magazine as this event brings together fans of film and video games like never before," said Vlatko Andonov, president of Bethesda Softworks. "This is an exciting time for us and this film festival gives us a fun platform to give people further insight into Fallout 3."

"Co-sponsoring this film festival just made perfect sense for us here at GEEK Monthly magazine," said Michael Eisenberg, group publisher at Fusion Publishing. "The showing of post-apocalyptic films that have captivated movie goers' imaginations over the last 40 years and showcasing the definitive post-apocalyptic video game will make for a truly enjoyable festival for fans of the genre."

The festival takes place in Santa Monica, California's Aero Theater and begins at 7:00 p.m. on August 27. Tickets priced at $10 each will be available on Fandango.com beginning July 25.

Though the entire PC gaming world seems to be in a state of exultation due to Blizzard's Diablo III announcement, some are disappointed that the anticipated sequel is sticking a bit too close to the series' tried-and-true mechanics.

"I must say I am disappointed that Blizzard has stayed on the conservative side in terms of design with their updates to Diablo and Starcraft," said Fallout 3 producer Ashley Chung. Chung does make an excellent point: while Diablo III's gameplay does look exciting, Blizzard's conservative strategy of refinement over innovation is also readily apparent during the 20-minute gameplay trailer released this past Saturday along with the game's formal announcement.

Even so, Chung goes on to state what many similarly disappointed gamers have admitted: the game may not stray too far from home, but it looks fantastic nonetheless. "I have no doubt, however, that they will be incredibly fun, addictive and polished games," said Chung. "Blizzard is the top of the class when it comes to game development - nobody does it better."