Fallout 76's Next Update: Pets Roam Free, Hideouts & Raven Rock

Ever wanted your Fallout 76 pet to actually follow you into the Wasteland instead of just chilling at your C.A.M.P.? That wish is finally coming true.

Eight years after launch, Fallout 76 is still rolling out massive updates with features players have been begging for. Until now, pets have been stuck in the C.A.M.P. system, basically acting like decorative roommates. But the next big patch will finally set them free to roam the Wasteland alongside their owners. Yes, you read that right — your furry (or scaly) friend can tag along on your adventures.

But that's not all. The update also adds Hideouts and Raven Rock. Hideouts sound like a new way to carve out your own secret space in the Wasteland, while Raven Rock is a location that should ring a bell for longtime Fallout fans — it's a classic spot from the series' lore. We don't have all the details on how these will work yet, but the fact that they're coming is enough to get excited about.

For context, the game's current season, The Slasher, kicked off on September 15th and brought its own batch of content. But even with that season in full swing, Bethesda is already teasing what's next. That's the kind of long-term support that keeps a game alive nearly a decade after launch.

If you've been playing since the early days, you know how far Fallout 76 has come. From a rocky launch to a steady stream of updates, it's become a totally different experience. Free-roaming pets might not sound like a game-changer on paper, but for the community that's been asking for it, it's a big deal. It makes your C.A.M.P. feel less like a static base and more like a home base for a crew that actually travels with you.

Hideouts could also shake up how you build and explore, giving you a new kind of personal space. And Raven Rock? That's a name that carries weight in Fallout history, so expect some nostalgia and maybe some new secrets to uncover.

We don't have a release date for this patch yet, but it's clearly on the horizon. With The Slasher season running now, there's plenty to keep you busy in the meantime. But if you're like us, you're already planning where your pet will follow you first.

What do you think about roaming pets in Fallout 76? Will you be picking this up when it drops? Let us know in the comments!