Is Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76 Worth It?

After years of battling Ghouls in *Fallout 76*, players now have the unique opportunity to experience life from their perspective through a new questline. This feature raises the question: should you take the plunge and become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*?

How To Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To embrace your inner Ghoul, you need to be at least level 50 and embark on the "Leap of Faith" questline. Once you accept, you'll journey to the Savage Divide and encounter characters who will guide you through this transformation. It's a straightforward process, but it comes with its own set of advantages and challenges.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Turning into a Ghoul unlocks exciting new abilities like Feral and Glow. With the Feral ability, your meter starts at 100% and decreases over time. You can replenish it by consuming Chems, which provides the following benefits:

• Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
• Above 60%: +15 Max HP
• Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
• Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
• At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, -300% Hip-fire Gun Accuracy & V.A.T.S. Accuracy

The Glow ability enhances your maximum health and allows you to heal from the damage you take. To leverage this ability, engage in activities typically considered risky, like consuming spoiled food and exploring irradiated areas.

Additionally, Ghouls gain access to exclusive Perk cards, complementing the standard human Perk cards. These perks make Ghouls highly desirable for their enhanced capabilities. Furthermore, Ghouls are immune to diseases and don't need to worry about regular food while exploring the wasteland.

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Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, becoming a Ghoul isn't without its downsides. Engaging in the "Leap of Faith" questline can sour your relationships with certain factions, potentially complicating your ability to complete quests. As a Ghoul, you'll also experience a significant drop in Charisma, which can make interactions less enjoyable.

Fortunately, *Fallout 76* offers solutions to these issues. A new NPC named Jaye Vo, introduced in the "Leap of Faith" questline, provides disguises that allow you to navigate the game world without unnecessary conflicts and continue your missions smoothly.

Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

Despite the cons, the benefits of becoming a Ghoul in *Fallout 76* are compelling. The array of new abilities and perks makes it a tempting choice. If you later decide to revert to a human, you can do so via the Character screen, though this will prevent you from completing the "Leap of Faith" questline. However, once the questline is finished, you can transform back into a Ghoul for 1,000 Atoms.

Armed with this knowledge, venture into the Savage Divide and explore the thrilling possibilities of life as a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*.

So, that's the rundown on whether you should become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*. If you're curious about the game's current state, check out whether the Bethesda title is still worth playing.

*Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*