Fallout 76 offers a vast and immersive world filled with quests that guide players through the post-apocalyptic landscape of Appalachia. While there is no strict order for completing quests, following a structured approach can enhance gameplay and provide a smoother progression. Here's a guide to help you navigate the main and side quests in Fallout 76.

Main Quests

The Overseer's Mission

This is the original main questline introduced with the game's launch in 2018. It follows the player's journey as they explore Appalachia, uncovering the mysteries of the region and the fate of the Overseer.

• Reclamation Day: Exit Vault 76 and begin your journey into the Wasteland.

• First Contact: Travel to Flatwoods and find the Overseer's first log entry.

• Thirst Things First and Second Helpings: Assist survivors in Flatwoods by purifying water and gathering food.

• Final Departure: Continue the Overseer's journey.

• An Ounce of Prevention: Explore the mysteries of disease in Appalachia.

• Into the Fire: Engage with the Scorched, a significant threat in the region.

• The Missing Link: Retrieve an uplink module to infiltrate Scorched communications.

• Signal Strength: Locate and repair radio signals.

• Flavors of Mayhem: Engage with the Responders and their culinary endeavors.

• Key to the Past: Uncover more about the Overseer's past.

• Early Warnings: Investigate early warning systems.

• Reassembly Required: Rebuild and repair equipment.

• Coming to Fruition: Progress further in the Overseer's quest.

• Defiance Has Fallen: Confront the Scorched threat.

• Back to Basic: Revisit basic survival skills.

• Recruitment Blues: Recruit allies for the Brotherhood of Steel.

• Belly of the Beast: Explore a significant underground bunker.

• Uncle Sam: Engage with patriotic themes.

• Bunker Buster: Infiltrate a bunker.

• One of Us: Join the Brotherhood of Steel.

• Officer on Deck: Assume leadership roles.

• I Am Become Death: Launch a nuclear missile.

• Mission: Countdown: Prepare for a final mission.

• The Rundown: Engage in a series of challenges.

• Death from Above: Confront aerial threats.

• Scorched Earth: Face the Scorched in a final confrontation.

Wastelanders Quests

Introduced with the Wastelanders update, this questline adds human NPCs and new factions to the game.

• The Wayward Quests:

  • Wayward Souls: Explore the isolated cabin near Vault 76.

  • Hunter for Hire: Assist the Miss Nanny robot Rose.

  • Strength in Numbers: Gather allies.

  • The Elusive Crane: Search for a treasure.

• Overseer Quests:

  • The New Arrivals: Meet new characters.

  • Overseer, Overseen: Continue the Overseer's storyline.

• Blood Eagle Raiders Quests:

  • Strange Bedfellows: Form alliances with the Raiders.

  • Cheating Death: Engage in Raider activities.

  • Fun and Games: Participate in Raider events.

• Settlers Quests:

  • Here to Stay: Establish a Settler presence.

  • Trade Secrets: Engage in trade and diplomacy.

Side Quests

Early Recommended Quests

• Cold Case: Obtain a level-scaling weapon by completing this quest, which can be initiated at Way Willard's Water Park or other locations.

• Home Expansion: Part of the Steel Dawn update, this quest provides valuable resources and story content.

Faction Quests

• Order of Mysteries: Start with "Into the Mystery" at Tygart Wastewater Treatment Plant to join this faction.

  • Initiate of Mysteries

  • Novice of Mysteries

  • Seeker of Mysteries

  • The Mistress of Mystery

Tips for Smooth Progression

• Explore the Map: While following the main quests, take time to explore Appalachia to discover hidden locations and side quests.

• Join Factions: Aligning with factions like the Order of Mysteries or the Raiders/Settlers can provide additional storylines and rewards.

• Complete Side Quests: Side quests often offer unique rewards and insights into the world of Fallout 76.

By following this guide, you can navigate the complex world of Fallout 76 more effectively, ensuring a rich and engaging experience as you explore the ruins of Appalachia.