"Is Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76 Worth It?"

After years of battling Ghouls in *Fallout 76*, players now have the chance to step into their decaying shoes. A brand-new questline invites you to experience life from the other side—but it’s not a decision to take lightly. So, should you become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*? Let’s break down everything you need to know before making the leap.

How to Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76

To begin your transformation, you must reach at least level 50 and accept the “Leap of Faith” questline. As the story unfolds, you’ll journey to the Savage Divide and meet key characters who guide you through your rebirth as a Ghoul. While the process itself is straightforward, carefully consider the consequences—this change comes with both powerful perks and notable drawbacks.

Pros of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

Embracing your new Ghoul identity unlocks unique abilities that can drastically alter your playstyle. The Feral ability grants significant combat boosts when your meter is high, fueled by Chems to keep it charged. Here's what you gain at each Feral meter threshold:

• Above 80%: +3 Strength, +3 Endurance, +30 Max HP
• Above 60%: +15 Max HP
• Above 40%: -1 Endurance, -5 Max HP
• Above 20%: -3 Endurance, -15 Max HP, -10 Max AP
• At 0%: +150% Melee Damage, but with severe penalties including -5 Endurance, -99 Charisma, -30 Max HP, -20 Max AP, and -300% Hip-fire/V.A.T.S. Accuracy

In addition, the Glow ability lets you regenerate health by embracing the wasteland’s dangers—think irradiated zones and spoiled food. You’ll also unlock exclusive Perk cards tailored for Ghouls, stacking on top of your standard human perks for even more customization. Plus, disease immunity and freedom from needing nutritious meals make survival easier in some ways.

Cons of Becoming a Ghoul in Fallout 76

However, there are trade-offs. Choosing this path will put you at odds with several factions, potentially blocking access to quests and NPCs. Your Charisma takes a hit too, limiting dialogue options and interactions throughout Appalachia.

Thankfully, *Fallout 76* offers a workaround. Jaye Vo, a new character introduced in the “Leap of Faith” storyline, provides disguises that allow you to navigate restricted areas and maintain diplomatic relations where possible.

Should You Become a Ghoul in Fallout 76?

Despite the challenges, becoming a Ghoul opens up one of the most unique and rewarding experiences available in *Fallout 76*. With powerful new mechanics and gameplay flexibility, it’s an adventure worth trying. And if you ever want to revert back, you can toggle between forms via the Character menu—at the cost of 1,000 Atoms. Just note that doing so will prevent you from completing the “Leap of Faith” questline, though you can always re-transform later.

So, are you ready to dive into the Savage Divide and embrace your inner Ghoul? Now that you’ve got all the details, it’s time to make your choice—and wreak havoc in your new form.

This concludes our guide on whether you should become a Ghoul in *Fallout 76*. If you're curious about the game’s current state, check out whether *Fallout 76* is still worth playing today.

*Fallout 76 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.*