Surviving the Commonwealth:
A Guide To Fallout 4's Survival Mode
With the release of
Fallout 4's new and improved survival mode, we have seen the game take on a whole new life and playstyle that is quickly catching the attention of
Fallout fans. Survival mode is the hardcore, survivalist standard that only a series like
Fallout can bring us; the
implementation of hardcore mode in
Fallout: New Vegas for example, was a great addition that added layers of complexity to a playthrough that changed the face of the entire game. The
Fallout 4 survival mode tries to up the ante further, creating a simulation environment for the first time in the RPG series.
This is mostly achieved by eliminating all saving and fast travelling, something the
New Vegas hardcore mode didn’t have. It is now a strategic challenge in
Fallout 4, a chance to really show your abilities to survive the harsh conditions of the Commonwealth wasteland. With
Far Harbor also being released, it is a chance for players to get into their groove before exploring a new zone, provided they have the skill and patience to contend with survival mode.
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