Bobbleheads in Fallout 4 are more than just cute desk ornaments; they’re permanent stat boosters! These little wobbly figures, scattered throughout the Commonwealth, offer a significant edge in various areas of your character’s development. Whether you crave increased damage, sharper aim, or a boost to your charisma, there’s a bobblehead out there waiting to be claimed. But with so many bobbleheads and a vast wasteland to explore, pinpointing their locations can be a daunting task. Fear not, Vault Dweller, for this guide will equip you with the knowledge to unearth every bobblehead and maximize your character’s potential!
Before we delve into the specific locations, let’s address some common questions that pop up on Youtube regarding Fallout 4 bobbleheads:
Types of bobbleheads:
There are a total of 20 bobbleheads in Fallout 4, each corresponding to one of the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats (Strength, Perception, Endurance, Charisma, Intelligence, Agility, Luck) and four additional skills (Big Guns, Energy Weapons, Explosives, and Lockpick).
Effects of bobblehead stack:
Yes, bobblehead effects stack with each other and with bobblehead magazines (issues of “Pick Me Up” that provide temporary boosts to the same stats).
I Can miss bobbleheads:
Technically, no. You can revisit most locations throughout the game, so if you miss a bobblehead during your initial exploration, you can always come back later. However, a few bobbleheads are locked behind specific quests or become inaccessible depending on your choices.
There is a reward for collecting all bobbleheads:
Beyond the individual stat boosts, there’s no specific in-game reward for collecting every bobblehead. However, completionists will find satisfaction in acquiring the full set and maximizing their character’s potential.
Conquering the Commonwealth: Bobblehead Locations by Region
Now that we’ve addressed the basics, let’s get down to business! Here’s a breakdown of bobblehead locations across the Commonwealth:
The Commonwealth (Central)
Strength Bobblehead: Found within the Mass Fusion building, west of the Boston Public Library. Head inside, navigate through the raiders, and reach the executive suite on the top floor. The bobblehead sits on a desk in the corner office.
Perception Bobblehead: This one is easy to miss! Located in the Museum of Freedom, the same place you meet Preston Garvey. Look for it on a desk in the room behind the broken terminal where you first encounter Preston.
Charisma Bobblehead: Housed within the abandoned Parsons State Insane Asylum, southwest of Diamond City. Explore the asylum until you find the maximum security wing. The bobblehead rests on a shelf in the overseer’s office.
Intelligence Bobblehead: Venture into Vault 81, located northwest of Malden. Progress through the vault until you reach the Overseer’s office. The bobblehead is perched on a shelf behind the Overseer’s terminal.
Agility Bobblehead: Head to the Gymnasia athletic club, south of Diamond City. Climb the rock wall on the eastern side of the building and enter through the open window. The bobblehead is tucked away in the weight room, behind a weight bench.
The Commonwealth (South)
Endurance Bobblehead: Guarded by the raider leader Cutty, this bobblehead sits on a desk on the central catwalk of the Poseidon Energy plant, southeast of the Commonwealth. Be prepared for a fight before claiming your prize.
Luck Bobblehead: Located within the vault-tec REPCONN headquarters, southwest of the Boston Public Library. Make your way down to the executive suites on the lower levels. You’ll find the bobblehead on a desk in the CEO’s office.
Big Guns Bobblehead: Descend into the depths of Vault 95, northwest of the Glowing Sea. Explore the living quarters until you reach the northernmost room. The bobblehead rests on top of a radio.
Energy Weapons Bobblehead: Await you within Fort Hagen, south of Sanctuary Hills. Fight your way through the fort and reach the command center on the lowest level. Look for the cafeteria on the left side of the corridor and enter the double doors. The bobblehead is on a table between two fridges.
FAQs:
How many bobbleheads are there in Fallout 4?
There are a total of 21 bobbleheads scattered throughout the Commonwealth, each granting a permanent bonus to a specific S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stat.
Where can I find specific bobbleheads?
Here’s a breakdown of all bobblehead locations and their corresponding stat boosts:
Strength: Mass Fusion Building (on a toolbox near the fusion core)
Perception: Museum of Freedom (on a desk in the room where you meet Preston Garvey)
Endurance: Poseidon Energy (on a desk next to a Tesla Science Magazine in the central chamber)
Charisma: Parsons State Insane Asylum (male bobblehead in Kellogg’s office, female bobblehead in the overseer’s office)
Intelligence: Virgil’s lab (on a shelf next to Virgil’s terminal)
Agility: The Libertalia market (sold by Maevern)
Luck: Vault 111 (on a shelf in Overseer’s office)
Barter: Longneck Lukowski’s Cannery (in a metal hut northeast of the cannery building)
Big Guns: Vault 95 (on a radio in the northernmost room of the living quarters)
Energy Weapons: Fort Hagen (on a table between two fridges in the cafeteria on the lowest level)
Explosives: The Castle (on a shelf in the armory)
Lockpick: Gunners plaza (on a table in the office trailer)
Medicine: GREENTECH Genetics (on a metal table next to a Chemistry Station)
Melee: Hubris Comics (on a shelf behind the counter)
Repair: Corvega assembly plant (on a shelf in the supervisor’s office)
Science: Abandoned supermarket (on a metal shelf in the office)
Small Guns: Diamond City Market (sold by Arturo)
Sneak: The Park (on a picnic table near the swan boat pond)
Speech: Third Rail (on a shelf in the back room)
Unarmed: Combat Zone (reward for winning the unarmed gauntlet)
Can I miss any bobbleheads?
Technically, no. The bobble heads remain in their locations throughout the game, so you can always backtrack and collect them later. However, some bobbleheads are locked behind certain quests or require defeating enemies, so it’s best to grab them when you have the opportunity.
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