Fallout 76's Season 20, titled "Glow of the Ghoul," is set to launch on March 18, 2025, as part of the highly anticipated Ghoul Within update. This season marks a significant milestone for the game, introducing the long-awaited feature of playable Ghoul characters. Here's what players can expect from this exciting update:
For the first time in the Fallout series, players will have the opportunity to transform their characters into Ghouls. This transformation will be available once players reach level 50 and will offer unique benefits such as natural resistance to radiation, which can even provide advantages in certain situations. The Ghoul transformation process is reversible, allowing players to switch back to their original form if desired.
Season 20 will feature a variety of Ghoul-themed rewards, including new C.A.M.P. items and outfits. Some of the rewards include:
Apparel Rewards:
C.A.M.P. Rewards:
The Ghoul Within update also provides players with a chance to acquire unique Fallout 76 items that complement the Ghoul theme. These items range from exclusive outfits to functional C.A.M.P. decorations, enhancing both the aesthetic and gameplay aspects of the experience. The availability of these items ensures that players can fully immerse themselves in the world as Ghouls, leveraging both the visual and practical benefits that these items offer to create a more immersive and rewarding experience in the Appalachian wasteland.
In addition to the Ghoul transformation, Season 20 will introduce several gameplay changes, including buffs for pistols. These buffs aim to make pistols more viable in endgame content by increasing base damage, sneak damage multiplier, VATS critical hit damage multiplier, and reducing VATS Action Point cost.
March 2025 will be packed with events for Fallout 76 players, including the Big Bloom Challenge Event and Double Score opportunities. These events will offer new rewards and challenges, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Fallout 76's Season 20 promises to be an exciting chapter in the game's history, offering players a fresh way to experience the Appalachian wasteland. With the introduction of playable Ghoul characters and a host of new rewards and gameplay changes, fans of the series have much to look forward to. As Bethesda continues to support Fallout 76 with innovative updates, the game remains a vibrant and evolving part of the Fallout universe.