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The fourth cRPG in the Fallout series and standalone sequel to Fallout 3, set in a post-apocalyptic Las Vegas. Developed by Obsidian and published by Bethesda.

Fallout: New Vegas is a roleplaying game set in the area around Las Vegas in 2281, after a nuclear war that destroyed most of the world.

Players assume the role of The Courier, tasked with delivering a mysterious package to New Vegas. You barely survive when someone ambushes you and takes the package from you. The contents of that package can decide the fate of the Mojave Wasteland.

Your actions play a pivotal role in deciding which faction will rule over New Vegas, the lawful and bureaucratic New California Republic, the merciless Caesar's Legion, or the mysterious Mr. House.

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What are the rules of Caravan?

I've listened to Ringo explain the game, I've read the explanation in-game, but honestly, it doesn't make any sense to me. What card can I play when and why? What do the face cards do? I'm sure it's a fun game, but the developers could really have…
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Can I drink myself stupid?

One of the notable 'features' of Fallout:New Vegas was the return to the series of 'Low Int Dialog' - that is to say, special dialog options in conversations that reflected the fact that you had rolled a Very Stupid Character. Now, I know the…
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What tactics are best for killing Deathclaws?

Everyone in Fallout tells you that Deathclaws are bad news. Everyone tells you it would be suicide to take them on alone. But this is a game, I'm the hero and I win against impossible odds all the time. Well, it seems they really mean what they say…
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What effect does karma have?

I'm wondering what effects your Karma has in Fallout New Vegas, since they introduced the reputation with different factions?
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The monorail explodes before I can get on it

I'm trying to do the mission I Put a Spell on You. I staked out the control tower until I saw the mole go inside. Then I ran in and pulled out my shotgun. The mole said "You're getting too close, Seamus!" and pulled out his gun, so I killed him. The…
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What parts of Fallout: New Vegas are based on the real world?

I found out that the Helios One power plant actually exists (probably without Archimedes). I also knew Nellis AFB, Hoover Dam and McCarran Airport were real, and some quick Googling showed that Boulder City also exists. What other real-life…
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How do I get Power Armor training in Fallout New Vegas?

I've found some power armor, but I can't use it yet without training. I assumed that the Brotherhood of Steel would train me, if they like me enough. I've completed the Brotherhood of Steel quest series for the overseer (the original one, I did not…
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Is it possible to reach Max Stats in Fallout: New Vegas?

Starting SPECIAL STR 5, PER 5, END 5, CHA 1, INT 10, AGL 5, LUK 9 (Same as 10 when it comes to skill points) Now you can improve your SPECIAL stats in the following ways; STR: +1 Implant PER: +1 Trait (Four Eyes) +1 Implant END: +1 Perk (Intense…
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Why do I get accosted for taking photos of a war memorial?

I received the quest "Classic Inspiration" from Michael Angelo and was told to take photos of various landmarks around the Mojave Wasteland. Being the talented courier that I am, I've taken photos of all kinds of landmarks - but for some reason when…
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What are ammo boxes for?

I've started up New Vegas, and exploited the shop glitch to get some caps. (SO glad they didn't fix that bug.) So I got some decent weapons and ammo, but saw some things in the shop that I wasn't sure what they were for. Under Miscellaneous (not…
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How much time does it take for a shop to restock caps?

I admit that I'm used to Fallout 3, where stores restocked twice a week. In Fallout New Vegas, how long does it take for stores to restock -- particularly on caps? It feels like it's been at least a week since I woke up in Goodsprings, and the…
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Where are good home base sites in Fallout: New Vegas?

Where are some good places to set up a home base in Fallout: New Vegas? My criteria for "good" are as follows: Permanent (non-resetting) storage containers, the more the better Quick to get to from a fast travel location Quick to get to a place…
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Avoiding encumberance in New Vegas

Lately while playing Fallout New Vegas, I've found myself lugging far more equipment than I need. As a result, I'm always either overloaded and can't fast travel or sprint. When I started playing Fallout 3, I discovered that there was far more…
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Is it possible to kill everyone or are some NPCs unkillable?

Is it possible to kill every last person (and non-person) in Fallout New Vegas? Or are some NPCs unkillable? Not that I would advocate or condone such a monstrous action, just idle curiosity.
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Is it worth it to take the Wild Wasteland trait in Fallout New Vegas?

I know that this trait adds some more fun to the game but other than that?
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