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Humans, ghouls, robots and more \u2013 we don’t judge. <\/p>

By Matt Poskitt\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 24 April 2024 at 16:44 PM<\/p>

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Romance has factored into many Bethesda games over the years, everything from The Elder Scrolls to Starfield. So, it\u2019s no surprise, then, that Fallout 4 has plenty of characters whose hearts can be won over. You just need to know how to press the right buttons.<\/p>\n

Since the Fallout TV<\/a> show hit Prime Video in April, fans have been flocking to the latest instalment of the action RPG series. In fact, player sales for Fallout 4 have increased by 7,500 per cent<\/a> week-over-week. That\u2019s the power of television for you.<\/p>\n

Now what many of those players don\u2019t realise is how romance plays a part in the game, and the benefits that come with doing so. For one, the Lover\u2019s Embrace perk will grant an experience boost for a few hours after sharing a bed with a companion. This can make a big difference to levelling up fast as the Sole Survivor.<\/p>\n

To break it all down, we\u2019ve outlined the basics of what you need to know about romance in Fallout 4, as well as the full list of characters vying for your heart.<\/p>\n

Does Fallout 4 have romance?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Magnolia in Fallout 4.<\/span><\/figcaption> Bethesda<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Yes, romance features in Fallout 4 as an optional add-on if you wish to further your relationship with a companion or ally.<\/p>\n

This is determined by an Affinity level that begins at Neutral before working its way through Friend, Admiration, Confidant and Infatuation. On the other hand, if you don\u2019t get on with your companion it can drop below Neutral, to Disdain and, finally, Hatred.<\/p>\n

If a relationship is headed in the right direction, the option to \u201cflirt\u201d will eventually appear in the dialogue options. If pulled off successfully, the \u201cromance\u201d option will appear and if again, done so correctly, the companion will become a love interest.<\/p>

How many romanceable characters are in Fallout 4?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Preston in Fallout 4.<\/span><\/figcaption> Bethesda<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

There are 10 romanceable characters in Fallout 4, so only specific companions and allies fall into this category. Eight of these were available in the original game and a further two were then added as part of DLC.<\/p>\n

The following characters are romanceable in Fallout 4:<\/p>\n

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  • Cait<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Curie<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Gilda Broscoe \u2013 Far Harbor DLC<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • John Hancock<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Magnolia<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Paladin Danse<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Piper Wright<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Porter Gage \u2013 Nuka-World DLC<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Preston Garvey<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Robert MacCready<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Romance is initiated during a conversation with characters and typically takes a long time to establish, with certain side quests to be met or actions to be undertaken. For instance, Piper Wright\u2019s affinity for you rises when you pick locks or choose sarcastic dialogue choices.<\/p>\n

    Apologies to anyone hoping to woo Nick Valentine. Unfortunately, that\u2019s not possible. It\u2019s probably best to keep that relationship professional, after all.<\/p>\n

    Full list of Fallout 4 romance options<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Piper in Fallout 4.<\/span><\/figcaption> Bethesda<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

    Every character has a different set of requirements for romancing. The details for each one can be found below:<\/p>\n

    Cait<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    An Irish cage fighter with a bite as big as her bark, Cait can be found at the Combat Zone, which is East of Diamond City. Defeat the raiders, talk to Tommy Lonegan and Cait will be available to recruit.<\/p>\n

    Romancing Cait can be done once the Benign Intervention quest is complete. You then need to make selfish or violent dialogue choices, drink alcohol and pickpocket others. Doing enough of this will prompt an option to enter a relationship with Cait.<\/p>\n

    Curie<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    To recruit robotic Curie, you need to find three Fusion Cores and take them to Vault 81 \u2013 found South of Oberland Station, near Diamond City. This then initiates the Hole in the Wall questline. Follow this through to unlock Curie as a companion.<\/p>\n

    To romance Curie, you need to complete the Emergent Behaviour and choose kind dialogue options. Another way to increase her affinity is to complete quests for the The Railroad. Eventually, the option will present itself to start a relationship with Curie.<\/p>\n

    Gilda Broscoe \u2013 Far Harbor DLC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Looking for something different? Well, Gilda Broscoe is a former Hollywood actress turned robobrain, found in Vault 118 as part of the Far Harbor add-on. The location is unmarked, so head North-East until you reach the Cliff\u2019s Edge Hotel. The Vault is then buried underneath.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re keen on robobrain, complete the Brain Dead quest and then return to Gilda. The option to flirt will be available and pursuing this will lead to a date with some, ahem, interesting developments.<\/p>\n

    John Hancock<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Not so keen on a brain in a jar? Well, how about a Ghoul? John Hancock is the mayor of Goodneighbor, which is positioned North-East of Diamond City. Once here, you need to complete the quests Pickman Gallery, The Big Dig and The Silver Shroud to obtain him as a companion.<\/p>\n

    To then romance the mayor, select either friendly or violent dialogue choices and use Chems to raise Hancock\u2019s affinity. Keep doing this and a relationship can then be established.<\/p>\n

    Magnolia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Sticking with Goodneighbor, Magnolia is a synth signer who performs at The Third Rail nightclub. Compared to a lot of NPCs, the way to her heart is very straightforward.<\/p>\n

    Simply talk to Magnolia, picking the friendly dialogue choice until the option to flirt appears. Do so three times and a date option will appear, confirming the romance.<\/p>\n