How to use VATS in Fallout 76 and the best perks for it

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VATS, aka Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System, is a game mechanic in Fallout games, also present inFallout 76.

If you are one of the new players who recently started playing Fallout 76, keep reading our guide. We explain how to use VATS in Fallout 76 and list some of the best perks for it.

Fallout VATS

It allows players to auto-target enemies, attack particular limbs, check weaknesses and other such things to help them take out enemies in any combat.

In Fallout 76, using VATS is secondary nature to regular players as it allows them to locate nearby enemies.

How to use VATS in Fallout 76

It also helps a lot in PvP and PvE combat, and while veterans already know how to use VATS effectively in the game, many newcomers are still not used to the VATS system.

How to use VATS in Fallout 76 on PC, Xbox and PlayStation

In Fallout 76, activating VATS is a breeze. On your PC, simply press the ‘Q’ button. On the PlayStation, it’s as easy as pressing ‘L1’, and on the Xbox, just hit ‘LB’. This can be done whenever you’re near an enemy, making it a quick and efficient way to engage.

Doing so will enter the VATS mode, where you’re able to press the following buttons for different actions:

Fallout 76 best perks for VATS

Best perks for VATS in Fallout 76

Now that you know how to use VATS in Fallout 76, there are two perks that we recommend having equipped. These are:

You can find the two listed perks in the Perception section. That sums up our guide on how to use VATS in Fallout 76.

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