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Fallout 76 Releases $30 NCR Power Armor DLC
Fans criticize the high price tag and inability to use in-game currency to purchase the new content.
Jan. 30, 2026 at 4:07pm
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Bethesda has released a new $30 DLC pack for Fallout 76 that includes an NCR Ranger Power Armor skin, along with some other in-game items. The decision to lock this highly-anticipated cosmetic behind a paywall has upset many fans, especially since the content cannot be purchased using the game's premium currency, Atoms. Players argue that Bethesda is more focused on monetization than fixing ongoing issues with the game.
Why it matters
The Fallout franchise has a dedicated fanbase that has stuck with Bethesda through the many ups and downs of Fallout 76's rocky launch and post-launch support. This latest move to sell a high-priced, exclusive cosmetic item has been seen by many as an overly aggressive cash grab that prioritizes profits over providing a quality gaming experience.
The details
The new Mojave Bundle DLC for Fallout 76 includes the NCR Ranger Power Armor skin, some camp items, and name tags, all for a $30 price tag. This is particularly upsetting to players because the content cannot be purchased using the game's premium Atoms currency, which can be earned through gameplay or a monthly subscription. Players argue that Bethesda is more focused on monetization than addressing the game's ongoing technical issues and bugs.
- The Mojave Bundle DLC was released on January 30, 2026, coinciding with the penultimate episode of Fallout season 2.
The players
Bethesda
The video game developer and publisher behind the Fallout franchise, including Fallout 76.
Fallout 76 players
The dedicated fanbase that has stuck with Bethesda's online Fallout game through its many issues since launch.
What they’re saying
“This is CRAZY. They love making you pay a stupid amount of money for NCR stuff.”
— RyGuy
What’s next
Bethesda has not indicated any plans to make the NCR Power Armor skin available through in-game means or at a lower price point.
The takeaway
Bethesda's decision to sell a high-priced, exclusive cosmetic item for Fallout 76 has angered many long-time fans of the franchise, who feel the developer is prioritizing monetization over addressing the game's ongoing technical issues and providing a quality gaming experience.
