In the fourth installment of the Fallout series, players were introduced to not only exploring the post-nuclear wasteland but also building and managing their own settlements. This feature was met with mixed reactions, as not everyone enjoys construction and management in role-playing games.
The problem was compounded by the fact that base development was mandatory to progress through the storyline, and the tutorial was less than satisfactory. In this guide, we’ll partially fill this gap by explaining how to assign settlers to work in Fallout 4 and how to generally deal with them.
Basics
The number of settlers in Fallout 4 depends on two things: the number of workbenches in the area and the hero’s charisma. Each workbench allows for ten people, meaning the protagonist can recruit 11 people (12 including themselves) at the start.
This is assuming that the character’s starting stats were not altered, resulting in +1 to charisma.
How to get everyone working
An important aspect of base management is ensuring that all necessary processes have designated workers. Guard posts and scavenging stations will not operate on their own without human assistance. To assign a settler to a job in Fallout 4, you need to:
- Enter the crafting menu (‘V’ key) or use a workbench.
- Find any idle settler at the base and press the ‘E’ key (Command).
- Approach the structure. If workers are needed there, the person icon will be red.
- Press ‘E’ again (Assign command). The icon will turn green. Now the worker will focus on the assigned task rather than anything else.
- Don’t forget in Fallout 4 to assign settlers to artillery to ensure a reliable defense, and also to food, water, and other resource gathering.
Sometimes, due to an unclear bug, workers may stop performing their duties on their own initiative. Traveling to another location and returning should fix this issue.
Cheat Code
There is a simple way to spawn a worker using a cheat code and the command line. Commands should be entered in your own settlement.
ID Codes:
- 00020593
- 0014CEA8 (male)
- 0014CEA9 (female)
Example: player.placeatme 00020593 2, to get two pairs of working hands.
Conclusion
In conclusion, managing settlements in Fallout 4 adds a rich layer of strategy and personalization to the post-apocalyptic experience. By understanding how to effectively assign settlers to various tasks, players can enhance their settlements’ efficiency and defense capabilities. Although the management mechanics were initially met with mixed reactions, they are integral to advancing in the game and maximizing the potential of each settlement.
The process might be daunting at first due to the minimal tutorial guidance provided in-game, but with practice and utilization of the tips and cheat codes outlined in this guide, players can master settlement management. Whether you’re defending your territory with artillery or ensuring the sustenance of your community through farming and scavenging, mastering these tasks is key to survival and prosperity in the harsh world of Fallout 4.
