I think one thing that should be noted about Fallout: New Vegas in particular is how progressive it is, specifically in matters of representations of women and LGBT people.

Never before has a game represented gay people so well, giving you the option of playing a gay or bisexual character with no penalty, in addition to some well-written, competent, and non-stereotypical portrayals of gay characters (Arcade and Veronica <3). In addition, female characters are treated with much more dignity than other games in the industry by making a woman's portrayal virtually distinguishable from men in regards to not being sexually objectified.

Obsidian is so lovely. <3 Only Atlus competes with them for my favorite developer right now.