Summary
- Participate in seasonal events for unique loot and rewards, like Spooky Scorched or Fasnacht.
- Join public events for XP, legendary items, and teamwork with other players every hour.
- Build a team for XP boost benefits and free fast travel to teammates and their CAMPS.
It can be difficult to know what to do first after emerging from Vault 76. There are missions to complete, events to take part in, and several regions to explore. New players might be a little overwhelmed when deciding what to do first.
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While the game does try to usher players in a specific direction, it is sometimes best to deviate from the set path to not only level up faster but also get hold of some top-tier weapons and armor pieces quickly and easily. This topic will cover some of the best things that players can do after they leave Vault 94 for the first time.
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Look For Seasonal Events
There Are Plenty Of Great Limited-Time Events To Check Out
Fallout 76 is always a hive of activity. Some events take place throughout the year. It’s always worth checking Bethesda’s calendar to see what’s going on in the game. From Spooky Scorched to the Fasnacht event, numerous events are worth investigating.
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While some of them, like the Spooky and Holiday Scorched events, require players to hunt down enemies for special loot, other events such as Grahm’s Meet-Cook are stationary events that take place in the same location at the top of every hour. The stationary events are perfect for new players as they are a great way to earn rare items.
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Join Public Events
There’s A Constant Stream Of Public Events That You Should Join
Three public events will take place every hour on any given server. While there is a level recommendation for these events, they are always worth joining. For the most part, there will be other players at these events who can offer some assistance. Completing a public event requires teamwork. Provided the new player is willing to do their best to help, veteran players are usually more than happy to take on the lion’s share of the work.
Public events give players XP, legendary items, plans, Caps, and more. While it may seem a little daunting at first, joining these events is a great way to get to grips with some of the game’s core mechanics while also earning loot along the way.
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Join A Team
Join A Casual Team For A Nice XP Boost
New players may get a little confused when it comes to joining a team. Each team gives the player a unique boost. While some teams, such as Daily Ops teams, are geared toward those who are looking to take on specific missions, there is one team that is perfect for casual play. Joining a casual team grants players a small boost to their XP. Players won’t need to join their teammates. Instead, they can simply go about their business and enjoy the XP boost.
Also, players who are on a team can travel to their teammates and their teammate’s CAMPS for free. This can be pretty useful as the player will be able to save Caps on fast travel.
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Head To The Whitespring Resort
A Central Hub For Missions And Trading
The Whitespring Resort is a location that most players visit relatively often. The area around The Whitespring Resort is a popular place to build, so there are usually a handful of player CAMPs dotted around the area. As for the interior, the Whitespring Mall has plenty of NPC vendors. Each vendor has its own set of items for sale.
This place is perfect for those who are looking to offload some of their unwanted items and for those who want to stock up on various materials. Inside the mall, there are plenty of workbenches that players can use whenever they like.
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Build A Base
Base Building Is A Big Part Of The Game
Players can place down their CAMP almost anywhere they like. Provided that they aren’t trying to build in an existing named location, most open areas are great for building. While building a CAMP does cost resources, it’s always good to start building early on.
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Also, by starting a build early, players can figure out exactly what materials they need, making the search for junk a little easier. By starting a CAMP on day one, players will give themselves a free fast travel point that they can go to at will.
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Follow The Main Questline
Follow The Story To Learn More About Appalachia
As mentioned in the introduction, it’s sometimes better to deviate from the game’s mapped-out path. However, the main storyline in Fallout 76 is a pretty interesting one. There are a few different storylines that tie in together and make for a pretty gripping experience.
The main questline today is a far cry from what was on release. There are now plenty of interesting characters to meet, places to explore, and decisions to make. At the very least, new players should head to the Wayward to meet Duchess.
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Loot The Area Near The Vault
Stock Up On The Essentials
The area surrounding Vault 76 has quite a lot of loot that can be picked up by fresh players. While there will be enemies around the vault, they aren’t difficult to take down. There are a handful of ammo crates, bodies to loot, and a variety of other things to pick up around the vault.
Players aren’t going to get rich by looting this area, but they should be able to scrounge up enough junk to kickstart their base. Also, they may end up finding a few extra bullets. Bullets are always useful when trying to conquer the wasteland.
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November 14, 2018