*Atomfall* offers a unique RPG experience where you can tailor your gameplay to your preferences right from the start. With a variety of playstyles to choose from, here's a comprehensive guide to help you decide which one suits you best.

All Playstyles in Atomfall and How They Work

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*Atomfall* prides itself on giving players the utmost freedom to shape their gaming experience. Upon starting a new save, you'll encounter five predetermined playstyle modes, each designed to cater to different player preferences:

Sightseer – This "low-pressure mode" is ideal for players who want to immerse themselves in the story without the stress of intense combat or survival challenges. All aspects—Exploration, Survival, and Combat—are set to 'Assisted' difficulty.

Investigator – Tailored for those who enjoy exploring independently without HUD assistance, yet prefer less stressful combat. Exploration is set to 'Challenging', while Survival is 'Casual' and Combat remains at 'Assisted'.

Brawler – Designed for players who relish combat challenges. While combat is set to 'Challenging', Survival remains 'Casual', and Exploration is 'Assisted', ensuring a more guided experience in those areas.

Survivor – Recommended by the developers, this mode offers a balanced challenge across all areas. Combat, Survival, and Exploration are all set to 'Challenging' difficulty.

Veteran – The most demanding mode for players seeking a hardcore experience. All aspects—Combat, Survival, and Exploration—are set to 'Intense' difficulty.

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If the initial playstyle you choose feels too easy or too hard, you can easily adjust it without any penalty. Simply pause the game, navigate to 'Options', and select the 'Game' tab where 'Playstyle' is prominently displayed. From here, you can toggle the difficulty of Combat, Survival, and Exploration to switch to another preset playstyle. For even finer control, delve into 'Advanced Options' to customize multiple facets within each category.

Which Atomfall Playstyle Should You Start With?

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*Atomfall* is designed to provide a balanced gameplay experience, allowing you to choose the level of challenge that suits you best. If you're selecting from the default options, starting with either Investigator or Brawler can help gauge your comfort with the game’s combat and exploration mechanics. These options allow you to test the waters before making further adjustments.

However, the ultimate flexibility comes with the customized playstyle, where you can fine-tune every aspect of the game—from enemy behavior to exploration and bartering—according to your personal style. Importantly, *Atomfall* does not tie achievements or trophies to specific difficulty levels, so you can freely change your playstyle as often as you like without any penalties.

That wraps up our guide on *Atomfall* playstyles. For more tips and tricks, including how to get a free Metal Detector early in the game, be sure to explore our additional content.