Bethesda Previews Fallout 76 World Pets and Hideouts in Latest PTS Update

Bethesda has launched a new Fallout 76 Public Test Server (PTS) build, offering players a first look at upcoming content slated for late 2026 and spring 2027. The experimental update is currently available for testing across PC via Steam, as well as Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 consoles.

December 2026 Update: World Pets and Skyline Valley Rework

The headline feature for the December update is the introduction of World Pets. According to the preview details, existing C.A.M.P. pets will soon be able to accompany players across Appalachia. Key elements of the World Pets system include:

• Commands and Combat: Players can issue commands such as stay, attack, and protect. Pets can participate in combat, become downed, and be revived using Stimpaks.
• Progression System: Pets can reach up to level 200, with progression tracked per species rather than individually to streamline the leveling loop.
• Passive Abilities and Rewards: Pets can learn passive buffs, with up to two active at once. Leveling up grants cosmetic rewards, outfits, backpacks, and Player Titles.

Additionally, the December update features a comprehensive rework of the Skyline Valley region, bringing enhanced lighting, weather, landscaping, and a new Bounty Hunting system anchored by a reprogrammed RoboBrain named Marshal Canton at the Trading Post. A new collectible questline involving mysterious glass canisters containing live brain specimens will also be introduced.

Spring 2027 Update: Hideouts

Looking further ahead to spring 2027, Bethesda is testing "Hideouts" on the PTS. Designed to bridge the gap between traditional endgame content and Raids, Hideouts are dynamic bounty encounters accessed using craftable "Leads."

• Difficulty Tiers: Hideouts feature four tiers—Basic, Challenging, Lethal, and Marked—allowing teams to scale the challenge to their build strength and coordination.
• Locations: The initial test locations include The Forever Farm in Burning Springs and Vault 63’s Immortality Sector in Skyline Valley.

How to Verify and Participate

Players interested in testing these features ahead of their official release can access the PTS via Steam on PC or through Bethesda's official Discord server for console participation details. Because this content is currently in testing, specific mechanics, rewards, and performance metrics are subject to change before the official launch dates.