Fallout Factions' next expansion lets dogs wear power armor

The upcoming Battle for Boston starter set will introduce an armor perks system that allows canine companions to don power armor.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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The popular miniature wargame Fallout Factions is set to release a new expansion called Battle for Boston, which will introduce an armor perks system that allows players to outfit their canine companions in power armor. In a recent live AMA, lead designer Evie Moriarty confirmed that while super mutants will be unable to wear power armor, all other characters, including dogs, will be able to benefit from the new armor upgrade mechanics.

Why it matters

The ability to equip dogs in power armor is an exciting new feature that is sure to delight Fallout Factions fans. It speaks to the game's commitment to capturing the quirky and whimsical elements of the Fallout universe, where even man's best friend can become a heavily armored combat companion.

The details

The new armor perks system in Battle for Boston will allow players to tinker with and upgrade their character's armor, eventually unlocking the ability to don power armor. While super mutants will be excluded from this upgrade path, Moriarty confirmed that all other characters, including dogs, will be able to benefit from the power armor perks. This opens up new strategic possibilities for players, who can now field canine units equipped with the same advanced protection as their human counterparts.

  • The Battle for Boston starter set for Fallout Factions is scheduled for release in 2026.

The players

Evie Moriarty

The lead designer of the Fallout Factions miniature wargame.

Fallout Factions

A popular miniature wargame set in the Fallout universe, developed by Modiphius Entertainment.

Bethesda

The video game company that owns the Fallout intellectual property and licenses it to Modiphius for the Fallout Factions wargame.

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What they’re saying

“Yes, dogs can wear power armor.”

— Evie Moriarty, Lead Designer, Fallout Factions (Wargamer Discord)

“I now get messages asking me when we're making power armored dog models. I can't tell you that that's ever happening because I don't think it's likely, but also please do convert them, I want to see those miniatures!”

— Evie Moriarty, Lead Designer, Fallout Factions (Wargamer Discord)

What’s next

Modiphius Entertainment is beholden to Bethesda's licensing department, so the creation of official power-armored dog models for Fallout Factions is uncertain. However, the game's designer has encouraged fans to create their own custom conversions, which the community is eager to see.

The takeaway

The ability to outfit canine companions in power armor is a delightful and unexpected feature that speaks to Fallout Factions' commitment to capturing the quirky and whimsical elements of the Fallout universe. This new armor perks system opens up exciting new strategic possibilities for players, who can now field furry, heavily armored combat units alongside their human forces.