Mischief Night has begun testing on Fallout 76's PTS, and players can now experience new content such as Legendary Crafting, Combat Rebalance, and Weapon Updates, and can submit their own Best CAMP Builds soon. The testing about the Railway Rifle tweak has caused a lot of discussion among fans, and we're going to give you a detailed look at the weapon change and what players think about it.
The Railway Rifle in Fallout 76 is undergoing significant changes on the Public Test Server (PTS), which amounts to a substantial nerf. Here are the key modifications:
1. Fire rate reduction: The automatic piston receiver's fire rate has been halved from 90 to 48, severely impacting the weapon's damage output.
2. AP cost adjustments:
- AP cost is now the same for both automatic and single-shot versions
- Overall AP cost reduced, benefiting single-shot users
The automatic version's AP cost more than doubled (from 6 to 13)
3. Recoil improvement: The weapon's recoil has been greatly reduced, making it more usable outside of V.A.T.S.
4. Quad legendary effect Nerf: All quad weapons, including the Railway Rifle, now have a reload speed penalty, significantly increasing reload times.
5. V.A.T.S. changes: Critical hits no longer bypass boss damage reduction, reducing the weapon's effectiveness against end-game bosses.
These changes are expected to significantly impact the Railway Rifle's performance, particularly in boss fights and V.A.T.S. usage. While the reduced recoil allows for better hip-firing, the overall damage output and effectiveness against bosses have been substantially decreased.
Based on the Reddit thread discussing changes to the Railway Rifle in Fallout 76's Public Test Server (PTS), players are expressing mixed opinions about the weapon's modifications:
Positive Feedback:
- Balanced Gameplay: Players appreciate the improved balance and enjoyment of the Railway Rifle.
- Reduced Recoil: The decreased recoil enhances weapon control.
- Sniper Feel: The rifle now feels more like a true sniper weapon.
Negative Feedback:
- Reduced Damage: Some players are unhappy with the lower damage output.
- Effectiveness Concerns: There are worries about its reduced effectiveness against bosses and in PvP scenarios.
Overall, while some players welcome the changes as a step towards better balance, others are concerned about the weapon losing its unique characteristics and effectiveness in certain situations.
To obtain the Railway Rifle in Fallout 76, you have two main options:
1. Random drops: You can acquire the Railway Rifle as a random drop from boss enemies throughout the Appalachian wasteland.
2. Crafting: You can craft the Railway Rifle yourself. To do this, you need to:
a. Purchase the plans from the robot vendor at Berkeley Springs Station, located on the western side of the Mire, for approximately 1800 Caps.
b. Have the Gunsmith 3 perk.
c. Gather the necessary materials, which include adhesive, gear, nuclear material, oil, plastic, screws, and steel. The exact quantities depend on the item level you choose to craft.
It's worth noting that adhesives and screws may be the most challenging materials to acquire. Adhesives can be obtained by scrapping glue and tape or crafted from Vegetable Starch at a Cooking Station. Screws can be found by scrapping items like typewriters and desk fans.