Fallout 3's VATS system almost didn't make it into the RPG, and Bethesda worried no one would even want to use it

After Morrowind and Oblivion, the difficulties Bethesda had in pivoting to sci-fi for Fallout 3 are well-documented. But one ...
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‘Fallout 76’: How VATS Work and Why the Change Is Good

This month has been a whirlwind of information for the upcoming online adventure from Bethesda, Fallout 76. Since the studio is doing things a bit differently with this spin-off, it’s understandable ...
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How to use VATS in Fallout 76

Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System, also known as VATS in Fallout 76, was first introduced in Fallout 3 as a feature to automate the combat process. Several changes have been made to VATS since its ...

Fallout 3's VATS system helped compensate for Bethesda's lack of shooting chops: "We were never going to create gun combat that was on par with Call of Duty or Ba…

Bethesda hadn't dealt with guns in a long time when it came time to develop Fallout 3; thankfully, VATS helped close the ...
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Fallout 76: Best VATS Builds

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Fallout 76 – How VATS Works

Fallout’s Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System is back for Fallout 76. However, things are a little different. Check out this guide to find out how VATS work in Fallout 76. So, real-time combat was ...
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Fallout 76 has a real-time VATS system

One question about Fallout 76 wasn't clearly answered in the Bethesda reveal at E3 this week: if this entry in the series is always-online, what's to become of the VATS system that slows the action to ...
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Fallout's VATS System Has Ruined Starfield's Combat For Me

Starfield offers a familiar Bethesda experience, but the combat feels lacking without the VATS system from Fallout games. While other RPGs like Mass Effect and The Outer Worlds have similar mechanics ...
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After a decade, Fallout 4's busted VATS system is getting fixed

Tell me if this has happened to you. You're playing Fallout 4. There's an enemy, let's say, a super Mutant. You press the button that slows the game down, so that you can shoot directly at its head — ...
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Fallout 76: How to use VATS

Mohsen Baqery is a Guide Staff Writer from Turkey. With a passion for gaming that borders on obsession, Mohsen thrives on guiding fellow gamers through the most challenging obstacles while exploring ...
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Fallout 76: How to Use VATS

Fallout 76 is almost upon us and one of the most asked questions is, “How will VATS work?” Well, here’s what you need to know about how to use VATS in Fallout 76. One of the defining features of the ...
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How to use VATS in Fallout 76 – Get VATS Criticals

Are you wondering how to use VATS in Fallout 76? The Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System is a powerful tool that every Vault Dweller has at their disposal. Using it will help better your shots in ...