NEWS: Fallout Meets Function with GUNNAR’s Brotherhood of Steel Glasses

By Jon Donnis

GUNNAR Optiks has teamed up with Amazon Studios to launch a new officially licensed Fallout eyewear release, with pre orders for the Fallout Brotherhood of Steel Glasses opening on 16 December 2025. Priced at $99 MSRP, the glasses draw directly from the look and ethos of the Brotherhood, blending in world design with everyday eye protection.

The frames take their cues from the Brotherhood's iconic Power Armour, adopting a rounded aviator shape finished in weathered gunmetal. The styling is deliberately worn and industrial, echoing steel plating rather than sleek modern fashion. Flexible spring hinges are built in for comfort and durability, while the wraparound fit is designed to sit securely whether you are gaming, working, or simply wearing them day to day.

At the heart of the glasses is GUNNAR's patented lens technology. The lenses are engineered to block harmful blue light and provide 100 percent UV protection, supported by the G Shield Plus coating that helps reduce reflections while resisting smudges and scratches. A subtle +0.2 diopter is included to enhance focus, staying true to GUNNAR's long standing approach to reducing digital eye strain without turning the frames into traditional prescription eyewear.

Fallout fans will notice carefully placed details throughout the design. The Brotherhood of Steel emblem is engraved on the lens, while the rallying cry "Ad Victoriam" is etched along the temple, quietly marking allegiance to the faction. These touches are complemented by hidden Easter eggs, reinforcing that this is a collector focused release rather than a simple branding exercise.

Each pair arrives in premium collectible packaging. Included are a metal Area 51 collector's case, a microfiber pouch featuring Brotherhood artwork, and a custom Fallout themed microfiber cleaning cloth. A 12 month warranty is also included. The glasses are offered in multiple lens options, including Amber, Amber Sun shift, Sun, and Amber Max, giving wearers a choice of tint depending on their preferred level of protection.

While pre orders open in December, the full launch is expected in mid January. To mark the pre order window, GUNNAR is offering a limited time promotion. Customers who purchase either a Fallout Vault 33 or Brotherhood of Steel frame will receive a free GUNNAR mystery box, with no additional requirements attached.

Designed for fans of the series and for anyone spending long hours in front of screens, the Fallout x GUNNAR Brotherhood of Steel Glasses aim to balance fandom, function, and durability, all while staying firmly within the visual language of the wasteland.

Pre-Order now at

https://gunnar.com/products/fallout-brotherhood-of-steel

Based on one of the greatest video games of all time, Fallout is the story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there’s almost nothing left to have. 200 years after the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters are forced to return to the incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them above.

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NEWS: Roswell Gaming Glasses Land with a Sci fi Edge

By Jon Donnis

The new Roswell glasses mark the first team up between GUNNAR and Alienware, and the result feels like something pulled straight from a secret hangar. The style mixes Alienware's familiar futuristic look with GUNNAR's latest lens tech, creating eyewear built for long sessions at a screen. The finish is called Conspiracy Blue, a clear nod to the old stories that surround Roswell, and the frame carries that same sense of mystery.

The design leans into wide lenses that open up the field of view, helped along by a polymer frame shaped with real precision. There is a confident feel to the build, with multi barrel hinges and rubber coated temple tips that hold everything steady once the games begin. The frame also carries the small alien head icon that has become part of Alienware's identity, which ties the whole style back to its inspiration.

GUNNAR has packed the glasses with its patented lens technology, pairing it with G Shield Plus coatings that cut reflections and help keep smudges at bay. The lenses block harmful blue light along with full UV protection, and the enhanced contrast is there to make fast moving games look crisp and immersive. Everything about the presentation leans into the extraterrestrial theme, right down to the custom puffy pouch and the matching microfibre cloth included in the box.

The frame sits in the medium width category. The lens width measures at fifty-eight millimetres, with a sixteen-millimetre nose and a one hundred- and thirty-six-millimetre frame width overall. The temples run to one hundred and thirty-five millimetres, and the glasses themselves weigh just over an ounce.

Roswell is officially licensed by Alienware Gaming, and each pair comes with the pouch, the cleaning cloth and a twelve month warranty. It is a bold bit of kit, aimed squarely at gamers who enjoy a touch of sci fi with their screen time, and it carries just enough style to make the conspiracy feel real.

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NEWS: GUNNAR Optiks Celebrates Fallout’s 28th Anniversary with Vault 33 Glasses

By Jon Donnis

If there's one thing Fallout fans love as much as looting a Super Duper Mart or listening to "I Don't Want to Set the World on Fire" on the Pip-Boy radio, it's the mix of retro style and high-tech survival gear. GUNNAR Optiks seems to understand that perfectly. To celebrate the 28th anniversary of Fallout, the company has launched a special collaboration inspired by Vault 33, complete with a generous anniversary deal. From October 10 to 12, players, collectors, and wanderers alike can grab a pair of Fallout Vault 33 Glasses or Sunglasses for just $69.30 instead of the usual $99, simply by using the promo code FALLOUT28 at checkout. There's no fine print or purchase limit, just straight-up savings that feel almost too good for the post-apocalypse.

The Vault 33 Glasses are clearly designed with gamers in mind. Built from a combination of stainless steel and nylon, the square frame has a smart, retro-futuristic look that feels like it could have been pulled straight from a Vault-Tec prototype lab. The olive metal temples add a touch of authenticity that fans will recognise instantly. It's the kind of style that feels perfectly at home whether you're grinding through Fallout 4's Commonwealth wasteland or binge-watching the Fallout TV adaptation on Prime Video. Flexible spring hinges make the fit comfortable for long sessions, while the built-in side shields subtly cut out peripheral glare. These aren't novelty items; they're practical, well-engineered glasses that merge form and function in the way the Fallout universe always hinted technology should.

Under the hood (or rather, behind the lenses), GUNNAR's signature technology does the heavy lifting. The patented lens design reduces digital eye strain, which is a blessing for anyone who spends hours in front of a screen, whether you're modding Fallout: New Vegas or raiding in 76. The G-Shield® Plus coating adds a double layer of defence, providing anti-reflective and smudge-resistant protection while blocking 100% of UV rays and harmful blue light. This means sharper focus, less eye fatigue, and fewer headaches after long sessions, something every gamer and late-night Vault Dweller can appreciate.

There's also a sense of collectability here. Each pair comes with a collector's case, microfibre pouch, cleaning cloth, and a 12-month warranty, all stamped with official Fallout and Amazon Studios branding. It's a nice touch for fans who take pride in owning official memorabilia from their favourite franchise. It feels like something you'd find tucked away in a Vault locker, carefully preserved, practical, and unmistakably cool.

What's particularly clever about this collaboration is how seamlessly it ties into the Fallout world. The Vault 33 branding gives the glasses a sense of belonging, like standard-issue eyewear for explorers of the wasteland. They strike that perfect balance between nostalgia and modernity, appealing not only to hardcore gamers but also to those who simply love the design aesthetic that's made Fallout endure for nearly three decades.

In a gaming landscape full of crossover gimmicks, this one genuinely hits the mark. It's more than a marketing tie-in; it's a product that serves a real purpose. Whether you're crafting settlements, dodging Deathclaws, or working long hours in front of a screen, the Vault 33 Glasses bring a touch of Fallout style and serious functionality to your daily grind. For fans of the series, it's the closest thing to equipping a wearable perk, one that protects your eyes instead of just boosting your Charisma.

GUNNAR's Fallout Vault 33 Glasses are the kind of gear any Vault Dweller would be proud to add to their loadout. They're sleek, practical, and unmistakably Fallout, bridging the gap between the game's imaginative world and real-life comfort. And with the limited-time anniversary discount, there's never been a better excuse to treat your eyes, or your inner gamer, to something special before venturing back into the wasteland.

Check out https://gunnar.com/products/fallout-vault-33-glasses

But be quick if you want the discount, don't forget to use the promo code FALLOUT28 at checkout.

Thanks as always to GUNNAR Optiks, our favourite glasses maker!

NEWS: GUNNAR x 2K Launch Mad Moxxi Glasses for Borderlands 4

By Jon Donnis

GUNNAR Optiks' have done it again. Time after time they prove why they sit at the top of the pile when it comes to gaming eyewear, and their latest collaboration with 2K Games is no different. The new Borderlands 4 inspired design, built around the larger-than-life character Mad Moxxi, is as bold and unapologetic as the woman herself.

The first thing that hits you is the look. Steampunk at heart, the glasses come with a round stainless steel frame finished in gold, complete with removable mesh side shields that add a mix of style and practicality. Subtle details like heart engravings on the lenses and temple tips nod directly to Moxxi's signature flair, while the deep red arms echo her unmistakable colour scheme. It's the sort of design that manages to be playful and daring at the same time, exactly what fans would hope for in a Borderlands tie-in.

Of course, with GUNNAR it's never just about appearance. Their patented lens technology is the benchmark for gamers, offering protection from digital eye strain, blocking harmful blue light, and shielding against glare and smudges thanks to their G-Shield coating. The slight magnification is a clever touch, sharpening focus and reducing fatigue over long sessions. Add in the wraparound style that helps keep eyes from drying out during those marathon raids and you have a pair of glasses that are as functional as they are striking.

Every pair comes packaged with the attention to detail you'd expect from both GUNNAR and 2K. There's a collector's case, a pouch decorated with Borderlands motifs, and even a cleaning cloth featuring Moxxi herself. It feels more like an exclusive loot drop than just another accessory.

The tie-in with Borderlands 4 makes perfect sense. This isn't a quick licensing deal, it's a genuine celebration of a character that's become iconic in gaming. Moxxi's charisma, her edge, her sense of theatre, it's all there in the design. For fans, it's a chance to carry a bit of Pandora's chaos into everyday life.

GUNNAR Optiks' have repeatedly proven they make the best glasses for gamers, and the Mad Moxxi release underlines that reputation. Stylish, protective, and built with players in mind, this is an accessory that feels essential rather than optional. And for Borderlands fans, it's about as epic a crossover as you could hope for.

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NEWS: GUNNAR Optiks Raises the Bar Again with the Stunning Tioga Glasses

By Jon Donnis

GUNNAR Optiks has outdone itself again with the Tioga, and it is the kind of pair that makes you sit up and take notice. From the moment you pick them up, you can tell these are designed for people who care about both style and performance. They feel solid yet light in the hand, and once you put them on, the fit just clicks. It is easy to forget you are even wearing them, which is exactly what you want from glasses you plan to use all day.

The inspiration comes from Lake Tioga, and the clarity and purity of that image are reflected in the design. The frames are a modern round shape that manages to look bold without feeling flashy. Italian acetate combined with lightweight carbon fibre reinforced wood gives them a premium feel. The finishes, Maroon Rosewood and Gray Crystal Walnut, are rich and sophisticated, the kind of colours you notice but in a subtle way. You can imagine wearing them at work, in a cafe, or walking around the city. Flexible spring hinges make them comfortable on the nose and behind the ears, and at just over an ounce, you quickly forget they are even there.

Then there are the lenses. GUNNAR has long been known for its lens technology, and Tioga delivers it in full force. Optically pure mineral glass is incredibly scratch-resistant and durable, which is a relief if you are clumsy or like to toss your glasses in a bag. The G-Shield coating blocks blue light and UV rays, which makes a real difference for anyone who spends long hours at a computer or gaming late into the night. Whether you are streaming your favourite game, writing emails, or scrolling through social media, your eyes are under less strain, and everything looks sharper.

The lens options make them even more appealing. The 65 GBLF Amber lenses help reduce eye fatigue and glare for longer comfort, while the 20 GBLF Clear Pro lenses give unmatched clarity and colour fidelity. It is the kind of choice that feels like it was designed for real people with real lives, not just for the sake of a marketing claim.

The real highlight for me is that Tioga can be fitted with prescription lenses. That changes everything. These are not just gaming or office glasses anymore. They can become your everyday eyewear. You get the benefits of GUNNAR technology combined with your exact prescription, which means you do not have to compromise style for vision. You can wear them at work, at home, or out on the town and get the same comfort, clarity, and protection. That versatility is rare, and it is something GUNNAR has clearly considered.

It is also worth noting the attention to detail. Every curve, every angle, and every material feels carefully chosen. The frames are lightweight but strong, the hinges are responsive without feeling stiff, and the lens coating is smooth and effective. You do not have to fight with these glasses; they feel natural. They are functional, but also undeniably stylish.

After wearing the Tioga for a while, you start to appreciate how much thought has gone into making them feel premium in every sense. It is not just about looking good; it is about feeling good, seeing better, and reducing strain in ways that you notice almost immediately. That combination of practicality and elegance is hard to find.

GUNNAR has proven once again why they are number one on the field. The Tioga is more than just a pair of glasses. It is a tool, a fashion statement, and a reliable companion for gaming sessions, office hours, or everyday life. For anyone who cares about both performance and style, these glasses are an easy choice. They are versatile, protective, and genuinely exciting to wear. After seeing and trying the Tioga, it is hard to imagine wanting any other pair of glasses.

For more info check out https://gunnar.com/products/tioga