- Bethesda announces the Fallout 76 World Pets update, set to release on December 1, 2026.
- Players can now take pets like dogs, cats, radhogs, and deathclaws into combat, with equal combat stats for all species.
- New features include a command wheel for pets and XP leveling for species-wide traits and cosmetics.
- Season 27 introduces new companions and Vault-Tec C.A.M.P. structures, along with Skyline Valley Bounties and weather updates.
Bethesda has released an overview trailer detailing the long-awaited World Pets Update for Fallout 76, confirming an official release date of December 1, 2026. Arriving as the game’s 72nd free update for all players and Game Pass subscribers, the patch allows players to take their C.A.M.P. companions beyond their base walls and into combat across Appalachia.
The reveal also celebrated a major community milestone, confirming that over 25 million players have entered Appalachia since launch.
Key Highlights from the Reveal
- Release Date: Confirmed for December 1, 2026.
- Active Companions: Take dogs, cats, radhogs, or deathclaws with you into the wild.
- Equal Combat Stats: Universal damage stats ensure players can pick their favorite pet species without worrying about stat-min-maxing.
- Commands & Leveling: Use a Pip-Boy command wheel (Stay, Follow, Attack) and unlock species-wide XP leveling for new traits and cosmetics.
- Skyline Valley Bounties: New weather updates and a Bounty Hunting activity hosted by the Robobrain Marshall Cannon.
- Season 27 "YOU'RE SPECIAL": Introducing new light ally Mr. Moore, mechanical Robo-Dog and Robo-Cat companions, and new Vault-Tec C.A.M.P. structures.
Fallout 76 Intel: Patch 1.7.27.11 released
There is a new update for Fallout 76, bringing quality-of-life improvements to Appalachia alongside a progress report on the native Xbox Series X|S and PS5 versions.
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