Atomfall’s Best Easter Eggs And References

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Summary

  • Atomfall’s hidden details focus on pre-2000 British media references, like Wyndham’s homage to author John Wyndham.
  • Easter eggs also nod to video game culture, with a Broken Sword gravestone and a Dead Parrot sketch nod in a shop.
  • References span from Last of the Summer Wine to Mr. Bean, Fawlty Towers, The Wicker Man, and even a surprise appearance of the TARDIS from Doctor Who.

Most games typically include Easter eggs and secret nods as part of their design. Often, these are subtle references to past projects the creators have been involved with, or homages to well-known franchises. However, Atomfall sets itself apart by taking a unique approach.

In Atomfall, despite occasional mentions of video games, it faithfully immerses players in a 20th-century English setting, drawing heavily from pre-2000 popular British media as its primary sources of reference. Many of these nods are skillfully camouflaged, and if you’re not acquainted with the original content, you might overlook them entirely. Here we reveal some of the game’s most intriguing hidden details and guide you to where they can be discovered.

8.

Wyndham’s Namesake

Wyndham Village

Navigating the map of Atomfall is made simpler because it’s divided into different sections. It’s still fun, but less confusing. The spot you’ll probably come back to the most (other than Interchange) is Wyndham Village.

Initially, it may seem like an ordinary, picturesque name for a Northern English village. However, upon closer inspection, it’s a nod to renowned science fiction author John Wyndham. The connection goes beyond just his name; the ominous plant creatures in Casterfell Woods bear a striking resemblance to the Triffids from Wyndham’s most famous work, “The Day of the Triffids.

7.

Broken Sword

Wyndham Village Church

In Atomfall, many Easter eggs and secret details are homages to British television lore; however, there are also subtle hints to video game culture sprinkled throughout. One of the more elusive examples is a gravestone situated beneath the church in Wyndham village, which bears the name George Stobbart – a tribute to video games.

The title character of the extended sequence of puzzle-adventure games is called Broken Sword. Although these Broken Sword games take you on global journeys, the game franchise is created by Revolution Studios, which is situated near York, similar to Atomfall’s location.

6.

Last Of The Summer Wine

Skethermoor

In contrast to many video games, Atomfall seldom incorporates elements from “Last of the Summer Wine,” a series not frequently found in gaming. However, as we know, Atomfall deviates from common gaming tropes.

For over three decades, starting from 1973 to 2010, a popular sitcom set in Yorkshire featured the escapades of a group of elderly men, filled with all sorts of mischief. One of its most memorable scenes has the main characters careening down a slope in a bathtub, and in a creative twist, this scene is reenacted in Skethermoor, but this time the characters are skeletons wearing flat caps.

5.

Monty Python

Wyndham Village Shop

When questioned about a well-known British comedy group, people from Generation X and their elders often quickly respond with Monty Python. This isn’t surprising considering the vast amount of skits, live performances, and films that this collective produced, significantly influencing pop culture during the second half of the 20th Century.

Among many popular skits associated with the show, the “Dead Parrot” sketch stands out as particularly memorable. Inside Wyndham Village Shop, there’s a Norwegian Blue Parrot visible in its cage, and despite any attempts by the storekeeper to deceive you, it’s clear that the bird has passed away.

4.

Fawlty Towers

Wyndham Village Mereview Hotel

Often, British television programs can leave a significant cultural imprint despite having a short airtime, as demonstrated by the classic show Fawlty Towers. Despite running for just four years, it produced only 12 episodes split across two seasons.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but reminisce about the zany antics that have unfolded at the legendary hotel known by its name. One iconic element that stands out from this series is the frequently damaged sign of the hotel. It’s no surprise, really, that the design and melancholic typography of this sign are remarkably replicated at the Mereview Hotel in Wyndham Village.

3.

Mr Bean

Slatten Dale

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but acknowledge the timeless appeal of the quintessential British humor icon, none other than Mr. Bean. Regardless of age or geographical boundaries, his charm seems universally captivating, perhaps owing to the simplicity of actor Rowan Atkinson’s minimalistic vocabulary. Whether it was the live-action series that graced our screens in the ’90s, the animated adaptation from the 2000s, or the feature films that followed, Mr. Bean has been an unavoidable presence throughout my life.

It’s not surprising that Mr. Bean, being deeply ingrained in British pop culture, is referenced in Atomfall. However, one of the more challenging elements to spot is this reference. Perched on a hillside, and hard to reach in Slatten Dale, you’ll find an skeletal replica of Mr. Bean’s car-chair contraption, frozen in motion as it seems to be descending the slope.

2.

The Wicker Man

Casterfell Woods

Despite the fact that the creators of Atomfall obviously enjoyed infusing humor into their work, they didn’t hesitate to express their fondness for classic British horror as well. One standout horror film from the previous century is the 1973 folk horror classic, The Wicker Man.

As a gamer, I’d say the villains in this movie bear a striking resemblance to the enigmatic druids from Atomfall. A dead giveaway? The colossal Wicker Men peppered throughout Casterfell Woods. Sadly, we can’t torch them, but there’s a twist: you can scale ’em and discover some secret stashes inside instead.

1.

Doctor Who

Skethermoor

In the intricate world of Atomfall, one subtly placed Easter egg that might go unnoticed yet lies plainly before our eyes is a tribute to the famous sci-fi series Doctor Who. The area known as Skethermoor in Atomfall carries an undercurrent of tension, and the Protocol Soldiers stationed there are quick to defend their territory if you dare venture into it.

When you arrive at Wyndham Village, it can be challenging not to miss a small navy dot in the distance due to distractions. Upon closer inspection, you’ll see that it’s actually the TARDIS from Doctor Who! If you can dodge enemy gunfire and navigate past the mines surrounding the nearby building, you might hear the TARDIS teleporting as you approach. But don’t fret because you’ll find the Fourth Doctor’s hat left behind where the TARDIS used to be.

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2025-04-01 17:35