Fallout: New Vegas - Melee Weapons Build Guide
The best build in Fallout: New Vegas will forever be debatable, but there are many advantages of playing a melee build. Not only are there a plethora of melee weapons to collect, but you also don't need any ammo to wield a melee weapon, unlike other weapons such as guns and launchers.
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There are a few notable things to consider when starting a melee character for the first time. You'll need to have a powerful weapon, along with the correct SPECIAL stats and perks to unleash the full potential of your build. Below you'll find everything you need to become the best melee user in the Mojave Wasteland.
Melee characters tend to be tankier, so you have more opportunity to get up-close to your enemy, which is essential since you'll be wielding weapons without range. As such, you'll need to attack enemies head-on and dodge by moving side to side during combat.
Generally, stealth doesn't pair well with a melee build. However, if you do choose to incorporate stealth into your build, then you'll need to be extra careful not to be detected when you're directly next to an enemy.
There are a few options for gear in a melee build. The proper armor is essential since you'll be absorbing a lot of damage during close combat. There are also two weapons you should know about if you want to wield the strongest melee weapons in New Vegas.
If you want a melee weapon that deals quick damage, then you should consider the Ripper. Rippers are tiny chainsaws, making them perfect for combat with the enemies in New Vegas. This weapon deals quick and consecutive damage, at 50 damage per second. You can obtain a Ripper easily by defeating Fiends in Vault 3.
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