Atomfall Playstyles: A Comprehensive Guide

*Atomfall* offers a unique RPG experience that empowers players to tailor their gameplay to their preferences. Right from the start, you're presented with a variety of playstyles to choose from. If you're unsure which to select, this guide will break down each option to help you decide.

All Playstyles in Atomfall and How They Work

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*Atomfall* prides itself on providing maximum freedom in how you experience its story. When starting a new save, you'll encounter five distinct playstyle modes, each designed to cater to different player preferences:

• Sightseer – Ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in the story without the pressure of intense combat or survival challenges. Exploration, Survival, and Combat are all set to 'Assisted' difficulty.
• Investigator – Perfect for explorers who prefer minimal guidance and HUD assistance, yet want to keep combat stress-free. Exploration is set to 'Challenging' difficulty, Survival to 'Casual', and Combat remains at 'Assisted'.
• Brawler – Suited for players who thrive on combat challenges. Combat is set to 'Challenging' difficulty, while Survival is 'Casual' and Exploration is 'Assisted'.
• Survivor – Recommended by the developers for a balanced challenging experience. Combat, Survival, and Exploration are all set to 'Challenging' difficulty.
• Veteran – The ultimate test for seasoned players. Combat, Survival, and Exploration are all set to 'Intense' difficulty.

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If you find your initial choice too easy or too difficult, you can adjust your playstyle at any time without penalty. Simply pause the game, navigate to 'Options', and under the 'Game' tab, select 'Playstyle'. Here, you can change the difficulty settings for Combat, Survival, and Exploration to align with one of the other playstyles. For even more granular control, head to 'Advanced Options' to fine-tune various aspects of each category.

Which Atomfall Playstyle Should You Start With?

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*Atomfall* is crafted to offer a balanced gameplay experience that doesn't force players into extremes. The choice of playstyle ultimately depends on your personal enjoyment. Among the default options, **Investigator** or **Brawler** are great starting points. They allow you to test your comfort with the game's combat and exploration mechanics, which you can then adjust as needed.

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

Importantly, there are no achievements or trophies linked to specific difficulty levels, so you're free to change your playstyle as often as you like without any penalties.

That wraps up our guide on all *Atomfall* playstyles. For more tips and tricks, including how to obtain a free Metal Detector early in the game, be sure to explore our other content.