Exciting Developments in Fallout 76: Burning Springs Expansion
Bethesda has officially announced the highly anticipated launch of Fallout 76 Burning Springs, where players will face off against the formidable Rust King and interact with Walton Goggins, who voices The Ghoul. Creative director Jon Rush and lead producer Bill LaCost have described this Ohio-based expansion as the “biggest update ever” for Fallout 76, aligning perfectly with the second season of the Fallout series on Amazon Prime. As players prepare to embark on this new adventure, it’s time to dust off those boots, stock up on Stimpaks and RadAway, and get ready to claim some bounties.
Five years post-launch, Fallout 76 has evolved significantly, now standing as one of the premier survival games on PC, and arguably one of the best entries in the Fallout franchise. While its more whimsical approach to nuclear weaponry may diverge from the serious tone of earlier titles, those willing to embrace the game as a satirical sandbox for the post-apocalyptic era will find a captivating playground. The upcoming Burning Springs expansion invites players to step outside their comfort zones and journey across the water to Ohio.
The expansion primarily unfolds in the titular Burning Springs, located just north-west of the existing Fallout 76 map. Crossing the Silver Bridge into Ohio, players will encounter the Rust King and his loyal followers. They can choose to complete trials to earn his favor or collaborate with fellow ’employees’ to plot an overthrow of the tyrant.
Once players gain the freedom to explore, they will discover the bustling Highway Town, built atop a dilapidated stretch of road. Here, within the dimly lit confines of the Last Resort bar, players will meet The Ghoul, a standout character from the Fallout show on Prime. He is tasked with overseeing the region’s most significant bounties, with Walton Goggins providing full voiceover for this engaging character.
The Ghoul’s bounties introduce an exciting new layer of gameplay, featuring a variety of repeatable activities. Players can engage in low-tier ‘Grunt Hunts,’ which involve tracking down and dealing with potential troublemakers, or participate in more ambitious ‘Head Hunts.’ These larger missions transform into server-wide public events, inviting nearby players to join forces against particularly challenging adversaries.
Beyond bounties, Burning Springs offers a wealth of discoveries, including new fish species and local legends, as well as lengthy public events that will test player builds against formidable foes such as legendary Oguas and Deathclaw Matriarchs. Additionally, Fallout 76 Season 23, titled ‘Blood and Rust,’ will introduce a plethora of rewards to enhance your character, Power Armor, and Camp, ensuring players are well-equipped for their new escapades.
Fallout 76 Burning Springs is set to launch on Tuesday, December 2, coinciding with Season 23, Blood and Rust. The game is available on Steam and the Xbox Store, with an enticing 80% discount for those who purchase within the next 24 hours, bringing the price down to just .99 / £6.99.
Whether you’re seeking more engaging titles akin to Fallout or eagerly awaiting the release of Fallout 5, stay tuned for the latest updates from the wasteland. If you’re still enjoying Fallout 76, consider joining the PCGamesN community Discord to share what keeps you returning to Bethesda’s expansive worlds.
