Fallout 76: How to Start a New Character

If you’re just now learning to play Fallout 76 in 2021, then welcome, first of all, and know that you’re not alone. Chances are, however, that you have questions. Questions such as how to start a new character in Fallout 76, right?

I totally understand your plight. After all, Bethesda sought fit to introduce a few factions, including the Settlers, Raiders, and Brotherhood of Steel. Who do you side with? All of them!

Step-by-Step How to Start a New Character in Fallout 76

If you genuinely want to play on a fresh character, from level one, leaving Vault 76 for the first time, here’s the step-by-step on how to start a new character today!

  • Boot up Fallout 76.
  • At the main menu, select ‘Character’.
  • Instead of choosing your current character, select ‘New’.
  • You’ll start from the very beginning of Fallout 76, creating your brand-new character before leaving the vault.

It is seriously that simple to create a new character in Fallout 76!

Alternative: Respect Your Character

Alternatively, if your goal is to begin a new character to try a new build, know that Bethesda has introduced a way to respec your current character by swapping their perk deck. Like C.A.M.P. slots, you can unlock Perk Deck Slots that you may swap to at will.

It’s a fun new way to try out unique builds!