Atomfall: A Guide to All Playstyles

*Atomfall* is a unique RPG that empowers you to tailor your gaming experience through a variety of playstyles. If you're unsure about which to choose, this guide will help you understand each option and make an informed decision.

All Playstyles in Atomfall and How They Work

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*Atomfall* prides itself on offering players the utmost freedom in how they experience its story. When you start a new save, you'll encounter five predetermined playstyle modes, each designed to cater to different preferences:

Sightseer – This "low-pressure mode" is ideal for players who want to immerse themselves in the story without the stress of intense combat or survival challenges. Exploration, Survival, and Combat are all set to 'Assisted' difficulty.

Investigator – Perfect for those who enjoy independent exploration without hints or HUD assistance, yet prefer to keep combat manageable. Exploration is set to 'Challenging', Survival to 'Casual', and Combat remains at 'Assisted'.

Brawler – Designed for players who thrive on combat challenges. While exploration and survival are guided, Combat is set to 'Challenging' difficulty, with Survival at 'Casual' and Exploration at 'Assisted'.

Survivor – Recommended by the developers, this mode offers a balanced challenge across the board, with Combat, Survival, and Exploration all set to 'Challenging' difficulty.

Veteran – The ultimate test for hardcore players, this mode sets Combat, Survival, and Exploration to 'Intense' difficulty.

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If you find your initial choice too stressful or too easy, you can change it without any penalty. Simply pause the game, navigate to 'Options', and select the 'Game' tab where 'Playstyle' is located at the top. Here, you can adjust the difficulty of Combat, Survival, and Exploration, which will align you with another playstyle. For more detailed customization, visit 'Advanced Options' to tweak multiple aspects within each category.

Which Atomfall Playstyle Should You Start With?

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*Atomfall* aims for a balanced experience, avoiding extremes in gameplay. Ultimately, the choice depends on what you find most enjoyable. The game offers flexibility to adjust your challenges according to your preference.

If you're choosing from the default playstyle options, starting with either Investigator or Brawler could be beneficial. These modes help you gauge your comfort level with the game's combat and exploration mechanics, allowing you to adjust your experience as needed.

However, the most personalized option is to create a customized playstyle. This allows you to fine-tune every aspect of gameplay—from enemy behavior to the ease of exploration and bartering—making your experience truly unique.

Notably, there are no achievements or trophies tied to completing the game on specific difficulties, so feel free to change your playstyle as often as you like without worrying about penalties.

This wraps up our explanation of all *Atomfall* playstyles. For more on the game, including how to obtain a free Metal Detector early, be sure to check out our other content.