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Fallout 2 Guide

1998 · Post-apocalyptic role-playing game

Game guides

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GuideWhat you will find
The Fallout 2 dialogue interface displays the Arroyo Elder.Getting startedStart the original campaign without mistaking the opening temple for the whole character build.
The Chosen One explores a stone interior with the original turn-based interface visible.SPECIAL & skillsBuild a readable original-game character around combat, dialogue and useful utility skills.
Fallout 2 character creation displays SPECIAL attributes, traits and skills.CombatManage AP, inventory, ammunition and allies in the original turn-based combat system.
The Fallout 2 inventory panel displays equipment and a character model.HighwaymanFind the car's core requirements and distinguish the controller from optional upgrades.
The Fallout 2 dialogue interface displays the Arroyo Elder.CharactersIdentify the people, opponents and playable roles in Fallout 2, with their functions and relationships in compact tables.

At a glance

Three useful starting points
FocusWhat to know
Plan beyond the TempleThe opening uses melee and unarmed encounters, but the whole build need not be devoted to them.
Use companion capacity wiselyCharisma affects how many standard companions can join.
Prepare the Highwayman partsThe car requires a fuel cell controller, money and ongoing fuel.

Characters Character guide →

Key characters and their roles
CharacterRoleAt a glance
Chosen OnePlayable protagonistLeaves Arroyo to seek a Garden of Eden Creation Kit.
Village ElderArroyo leaderAssigns the mission to save the village.
SulikPotential companionA tribal warrior encountered in Klamath.
VicPotential companionA trader found during the Den portion of the journey.
CassidyPotential companionA veteran encountered in Vault City.
MarcusPotential companionA super mutant leader in Broken Hills.
GorisPotential companionA scholarly deathclaw encountered at Vault 13.

Quick answers

Unlocks, routes and useful answers
TopicGo straight to
SPECIAL & skillsChoose a combat plan →
HighwaymanVisit Smitty in the Den →

Pictures All pictures →

The Fallout 2 dialogue interface displays the Arroyo Elder.
The Fallout 2 dialogue interface displays the Arroyo Elder.
The Chosen One explores a stone interior with the original turn-based interface visible.
The Chosen One explores a stone interior with the original turn-based interface visible.
Fallout 2 character creation displays SPECIAL attributes, traits and skills.
Fallout 2 character creation displays SPECIAL attributes, traits and skills.
The Fallout 2 inventory panel displays equipment and a character model.
The Fallout 2 inventory panel displays equipment and a character model.
References
Guide references
ReferenceWebsite
Fallout 2: game and edition overviewstore.steampowered.com