Your first steps in Fallout 76! Learn how to grab your Pip-Boy, gather essential supplies, and meet Alderton to exit Vault 76 on Reclamation Day.
Welcome to Appalachia! Reclamation Day is the very first thing you'll do in Fallout 76, and honestly, it's super straightforward. You've probably already stumbled through it without even realizing it. Think of this as your friendly nudge to make sure you don't miss anything crucial as you step out into the world for the first time.
Walkthrough
- 1Where am I? You start in your room inside Vault 76.
- 2What do I see? Look around for your Pip-Boy. It's essential for pretty much everything you'll do in the game.
- 3What do I do? Grab the Pip-Boy. If you're lost, just follow the little yellow diamond icon that pops up on your screen – it's your trusty guide for pretty much the entire game.
- 4Where am I? Once you've got your Pip-Boy, you need to head out of your room and down a long hallway.
- 5What do I see? You'll pass a few tables along this hallway.
- 6What do I do? Pick up EVERYTHING you see on these tables! Seriously, grab all the healing items and anything else you can find. You'll definitely want these supplies for when you first step outside.
- 7Where am I? Keep following the signs and the hallway until you reach a large door.
- 8What do I see? A friendly robot named Alderton will be floating next to this door.
- 9What do I do? Talk to Alderton. He's the gatekeeper to the outside world! He'll open the door for you, marking your exit from the safety of Vault 76.
And just like that, you've officially completed the first chapter of Fallout 76. Congratulations on taking your first steps into the Wasteland!
Tips
- Don't ignore the yellow diamond on your HUD; it's your best friend for navigation.
- Seriously, grab all the loot you see in the hallway. Early game supplies are always valuable.
- Alderton is your cue to leave the Vault. Make sure you've talked to him to progress.
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