Fallout New Vegas - Guide for a Melee Build

The debate about the best build in Fallout: New Vegas will always persist

There are a few notable things to consider when embarking on your first journey into the world of

Updated on September 12, 2023, by Sean Murray: Facial

How To Play As A Melee Character

Melee characters tend to exhibit a preference for close-quarters combat, relying

In general, camouflage doesn't align well with a melee-focused build. If you

The Strongest Gear For A Melee Build

There are several equipment options available in

The Strongest One-Handed Weapon For A Melee Build

If you're pursuing a melee-focused playstyle, it is advisable to prioritize acquiring weapons that

The Strongest Two-Handed Weapon For A Melee Build

Oh Baby is one of the most formidable melee weapons in Fallout: New Vegas. Its impressive power and devastating impact

You can find Oh Baby in the southwestern region of the Charleston Heights, a location known for its challenging yet rewarding

The Strongest Armor For A Melee Build

The best armor for a melee-focused character depends on personal preference and play

This equipment piece grants a 25 damage resistance.

The Best Stats For A Melee Build

There are several things you need to know in order to build a strong melee character

The Best SPECIAL Stats For A Melee Build

There are several things you need to know in order to build a strong melee character:

However, endurance is also important as it determines your maximum hit points and overall resilience in combat

SPECIAL Stat	Number Of Points
Strength	10
Perception	1
Endurance	10
Charisma	3
Intelligence	5
Agility	6
Luck	5

The Best Skills For A Melee Build

However, endurance is also important as it increases

However, endurance is also important as it increases your maximum hit points, which is crucial when engaging enemies in close-quarters combat. Other SPECIAL attributes can be useful for a melee build, but these two are particularly important. You have a total of 40 points to distribute at the beginning of a game session. Below is a guide for a balanced build that you can follow:

The Best Perks For A Melee Build

You receive a perk every time you level up by two

Perk	Requirements	Number Of Ranks	Effect
Super Slam!	Level 8, Strength 6, Melee Weapons 45	1	Grants you a 15 percent chance to knock down enemies with a one-handed melee weapon or an unarmed attack and a 30 percent chance with a two-handed melee weapon.
Piercing Strike	Level 12, Unarmed 70	1	All melee and unarmed attacks will ignore 15 Damage Threshold points.
Purifier	Level 14	1	Grants you a 50 percent damage bonus against Spore Plants, Spore Carriers, Night Stalkers, Centaurs, Deathclaws, and Super Mutants while wielding melee or unarmed weapons.
Unstoppable Force	Level 12, Strength 7, Melee Weapons 90	1	Grants you four times the damage against enemies that are blocking with all melee and unarmed weapons.
Ninja	Level 20, Sneak 80, Melee Weapons 80	1	Grants you 25 percent more damage with melee and unarmed critical hits, in addition to multiplying your critical hit chance with melee and unarmed weapons by 1.15 percent.
Slayer	Level 24, Strength 7, Agility 7, Unarmed 90	1	All melee and unarmed weapons swing 30 percent faster.

The Best Traits For A Melee Build

Traits provide you with advantages that can be even more

The best trait for a melee build is "

Another trait you should consider is "Hot

The Best Implants For A Melee Build

You can purchase implants from Dr. Usanagi at the

You can also acquire

The Best Companion For A Melee Build

Lily Bowen is a super mutant that you can recruit in Jacobstown by completing the associated quest