The Invaders from Beyond event in Fallout 76 has returned! This unique and immensely popular activity, now in its fifth iteration, arrives just as the game is experiencing a surge in popularity across all platforms thanks to the release of Amazon's Fallout TV show. This guide provides all the details of the Invaders from Beyond event in Fallout 76 that you need to know.
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Fallout 76 Invaders from Beyond Event Duration
The latest edition of the Invaders from Beyond event kicked off along with the version 1.7.11.12 update on April 30 and will run until 12 pm ET on May 14, 2024.
The Zeta aliens have been a part of the Fallout franchise since its inception in the 1990s. What started as a mere joke has evolved into a beloved Easter egg, culminating in the Mothership Zeta DLC for Fallout 3.
With the Invaders from Beyond update in 2022, these extraterrestrial creatures made a grand return to the series in Fallout 76, introducing the eponymous event and other themed content.
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Invaders from Beyond Event Locations & Rewards
The Invaders from Beyond event is a fast-paced activity that pits you against waves of Zeta aliens. Unlike many other events in the game, this one is not static and can spawn across several locations throughout Appalachia. You have a chance to participate in 24 such activities per day, one at the top of every hour.
Possible Event Locations
- Wavy Willard's Water Park in the Toxic Valley
- Garrahan Mining Headquarters and Garrahan Estate in the Ash Heap
- Monongah in the Savage Divide
- Charleston Capitol Building in the Forest
- Dyer Chemical in the Mire
- Sparse sundew grove in the Cranberry Bog
Guaranteed Rewards
- 500 XP
- 100 caps
- 1-star legendary weapon or armor
- 2 Treasury Notes
- 3 Legendary ores
- Plan: Alien souvenir beer stein (one-time)
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Rare Plan Rewards
The Invaders from Beyond event is particularly notable for its rare plan rewards, which include the coveted Alien Blaster. This high-powered energy pistol is renowned for its impressive rate of fire and immense single-shot damage, making it one of the best handguns in Fallout 76.
| Plan | Repeatable Drop |
|---|---|
| Alien blaster | No |
| Alien blaster cryo mag | Yes |
| Alien blaster poison mag | Yes |
| Alien disintegrator | No |
| Alien disintegrator automatic receiver | No |
| Alien disintegrator cryo receiver | No |
| Alien disintegrator high-powered receiver | No |
| Alien disintegrator poison receiver | No |
| Alien stash box | Yes |
| Alien tube | Yes |
| Asteroid | Yes |
| Electro enforcer | No |
| Freezing electro enforcer | No |
| Overcharged electro enforcer | No |
| Poisoned electro enforcer | No |
| Spiked electro enforcer | No |
| Human tube 1 | Yes |
| Human tube 2 | Yes |
Other rare plan rewards include various modifications for the Alien Blaster, the Alien Disintegrator, and the Electro Enforcer, as well as cosmetic items like the Alien Stash Box and Asteroid.
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Preparing for the Invasion
While the Invaders from Beyond event can be completed by a team of experienced players in under ten minutes, it is not a walk in the park. The Zeta aliens hit hard and are one of the few enemies in Fallout 76 that wear head armor, making them less susceptible to the common V.A.T.S. headshot strategy.
To prepare for the event, you are advised to bring your best weapons and armor, as well as ample amounts of ammunition and stimpaks. Teaming up with other players can also increase the chances of success and make the event more manageable.
Summary
It's time to gear up, grab your trusty weapons, and show those extraterrestrial baddies who's boss in the Invaders from Beyond event! And hey, if you manage to fend them off, you might just score yourself some seriously cool loot! So, get ready for the ultimate showdown, it's about to get wild out there in Fallout 76!
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