How do I efficiently use fusion cores?

Fusion cores can be expensive, especially early in the game. How can I make the most of my fusion cores, so that they last as long as possible?

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Best Answer

I believe that one of the simplest ways to make cores last is to just skip VATS.

I started using Power Armor permanently from about lvl 30. I have no perks that increase the duration of fusion cores. I have maxed out endurance however, which likely contributes to less fusion core consumption when sprinting. I was amazed at how little impact it actually had on my fusion cores. I started out with about 20 fusion cores at lvl 30, and by lvl 60 the number of fusion cores I posessed had actually increased. This is just from normal looting.

During this time I wore power armor 99% of the time, only walking out of it to sell loot with charisma gear.

I think that the reason for my low fusion core consumption is that I very rarely use VATS. But then again since I never use VATS I can't really say for sure if I would notice a large difference in fusion core consumption if I started using it. I just know that the way I played the game, I never had to worry about running out of fusion cores.

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How do you use fusion cores?

To manually replace the Fusion Core externally, walk up to the suit and press Transfer to insert the Fusion core into the Power Armor inventory the same way you would replace its armor parts. Also keep in mind that your Power Armor can be stolen, so remove the Fusion Core before leaving the suit anywhere.

Why do fusion cores drain so fast?

Any activity that uses/drains your AP will cause extra drain on the fusion core. This is understood that power attacks, sprinting in power armor and jetpacks should drain the core quickly.

Should I give 3 fusion cores to vault 81?

McNamara will advise the player character that if they want to enter the Vault, they need to bring three fusion cores as a means of payment. Alternatively, the Survivor may pass a Hard speech check. If the choice is made to part with the cores, they will be compensated with 100 bottlecaps by the overseer.

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