How to take off Power Armor in Fallout 4

To take off Power Armor in Fallout 4 means to shed your exoskeleton that symbolizes your power in the Commonwealth. The Power Armor is a hulking representation of strength and resilience, but sometimes you need to step out and explore the wasteland on your own two feet, or step into a different kind of build for whatever reason.

This article will explain how you can step out of your gigantic metal armor, and explore the wastelands with a different kind of flair.

Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the writer's opinions.

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How do you take off Power Armor in Fallout 4?

Power Armor in Fallout 4 (Image via Bethesda Softworks)

A few simple steps need to be followed to take off the Power Armor in Fallout 4. The process differs for each platform, so we will explain them separately.

• Xbox players - Hold the A button on your gamepad to shed your Power Armor.
• PlayStation players - Simply hold the X button to come out of your Power Armor.
• PC players - Just press and hold the E button on your keyboard to take off Power Armor in Fallout 4.

And just like that, your player's character will step out of the metallic framework in Fallout 4.

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When to take off Power Armor in Fallout 4?

All Power Armor in Fallout 4 (Image via Bethesda Softworks || Oxhorn on YouTube)

The Power Armor is a fantastic combat option in Fallout 4 no doubt, but it might not be the best choice for certain scenarios. Some of these are:

Stealthy approaches

The Power Armor is loud and clunky, making it a suboptimal choice for sneaky and stealthy approaches. Take off Power Armor in Fallout 4 before taking a stealthy route for infiltrating enemy bases or lock-picking in a high-security area.

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Settlement building

Because of its clunky stature, the Power Armor is not the fastest (or anywhere near the fastest) option in Fallout 4. Taking it off during building can offer a less restricted movement and makes interaction with workbenches easier.

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Exploring tight spaces

Certain tight spaces like run-down buildings with narrow corridors can be difficult to traverse while wearing the Power Armor. In such a scenario, removing the armor can offer more scope for agile movement.

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Conserving fusion cores

Power Armors in Fallout 4 rely on a fusion core as its central component and power source. Fusion cores are scarce and if you are running low on these items, then a sensible choice might be to take off Power Armor in Fallout 4.

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With the new Fallout 4 next-gen update, many fresh faces are joining the fray. Armed with this knowledge, all players will now be able to discern when to take off their Power Armor in Fallout 4 for maximum efficiency. Ultimately, the choice relies on you, so use your newfound knowledge wisely and keep dominating the Commonwealth.

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