Some actions, such as modifying weapons, picking locks, and entering power armor will raise affinity with certain companions and can be repeated indefinitely. However, these values can be further modified by being multiplied by an affinity size scalar: Size There are four different reactions a companion can have towards the player character's actions/dialogue that will affect their affinity value: For most companions, a new dialogue will be triggered when the affinity value reaches 250, 500, 7.

If the affinity value drops further, they will become angry and refuse to travel with the Sole Survivor. Lowering the affinity to a sufficiently negative value will displease the companion, and they will issue a single warning to the Sole Survivor, asking them to change ways. Raising their affinity to 1000+ (max is 1100) will result in them 'idolizing' the Sole Survivor, at which point the Sole Survivor is granted their companion perk. If the affinity value reaches 500, they will 'admire' the Sole Survivor and often reveal new dialogue. The following companions and allies in Fallout 4 and Fallout 76 respectively can be romanced via the affinity gameplay mechanic.Īll companions begin at an affinity value of 0. The affinity value is a hidden statistic, meaning it is not possible to check the progress without console commands. Reaching maximum affinity with a companion will unlock a special perk. Raising the affinity value grants additional dialogue into their history or the possibility of romance. Actions or dialogue that please one companion may displease another. Each companion has a distinct personality and values. Companions can develop personal connections to the Sole Survivor and some may ask for help with quests of their own.

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