There are 26 endings with multiple variations that the Courier has influence over in Fallout New Vegas (FNV). Read on to know all the endings, and the overall best ending!
List of Contents
- All Endings
- Best Ending
- Related Guides
 Attention! | This section contains spoilers to all of the endings! Please proceed with caution. |
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How to Get All Endings
Main Quests
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| Main Quests | Minor Factions | Towns | Companions |
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| 1. Battle for Hoover Dam2. The Courier |
Battle for Hoover Dam
| Summary | Condition |
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| NCR Ending With the NCR's second victory at Hoover Dam, the NCR takes definitive control over the entire Mojave Wasteland. Soon after, they negotiated terms to annex The Strip, Freeside, and many surrounding communities. | ・Finish Eureka! |
| Independent Ending w/o Securitron UpgradeThe Courier, with the aid of Yes Man, drove both the Legion and the NCR from Hoover Dam. However, the Securitrons did not get upgraded so anarchy ruled the streets until New Vegas reinstated itself. | ・Finish Wild Card: You and What Army? ・Do not upgrade Securitrons |
| Independent Ending w/ Securitron UpgradeThe Courier, with the aid of Yes Man, drove both the Legion and the NCR from Hoover Dam. With the Securitrons being upgraded, they enforce order in the Strip. | ・Finish Wild Card: You and What Army? ・Upgrade Securitrons |
| Mr. House EndingMr. House continued to run New Vegas his way with the help of an upgrade Securitron army, a despotic vision of pre-War glory. The streets were orderly, efficient, cold. New Vegas continued to be the sole place in the wasteland where fortunes were won and lost in the blink of an eye. | ・Finish The House Always Wins questline |
| Caesar's Legion w/ Caesar AliveCaesar entered The Strip as though it was his Triumph. The Legion pushed the NCR out of New Vegas entirely, driving them back to the Mojave Outpost. The Legion occupied all major locations, enslaving much of the population and peacefully lording over the rest. Under the Legion's banner, civilization - unforgiving as it was - finally came to the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Let Caesar live during Et Tumor, Brute? ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Caesar's Legion w/ Caesar DeadWith Caesar dead, The Legate is crowned as the new Caesar. He entered The Strip as though it was a military target, destroying anyone who resisted him. The Legion brutally occupied all major locations, killing and enslaving a large amount of the population. Under the Legion's banner, civilization - savage as it was - finally came to the Mojave Wasteland. | ・ Let Caesar die during Et Tumor, Brute? ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
The Courier
| Summary | Condition |
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| Side with the NCR The Courier was honored by the NCR for his/her support of the military at Hoover Dam. He/she was presented with the Golden Branch, the highest civilian decoration given by the Republic. | ・Help NCR at the Battle for Hoover Dam ・Comments changes based on Karma |
| Side with Caesar's LegionThe Courier helped the Legion achieve victory at Hoover Dam. Caesar honored him/her with a golden coin, minted in celebration of his/her contributions and distributed throughout the wasteland. | ・Help Caesar's Legion at the Battle for Hoover Dam ・Comments changes based on Karma ・Slide changes based on whether you kill Caesar or not |
| Side with Mr. HouseThe Courier maintains the Mr. House's rule by winning the war at Hoover Dam. Mr. House afforded the Courier every luxury at his disposal in the Lucky 38 | ・Help Mr. House at the Battle for Hoover Dam ・Comments changes based on Karma |
| Side with No OneThe Courier was the man/woman responsible for a truly independent New Vegas. He/she had removed Mr. House from power over the Strip and broken the influence of the NCR and Caesar's Legion in the Mojave Wasteland. | ・ Let Yes-Bot help you fight in the Battle for Hoover Dam ・Comments changes based on Karma |
Minor Factions
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| Main Quests | Minor Factions | Towns | Companions |
| Minor Factions |
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| 1. Followers of the Apocalypse2. Great Khans3. The Kings4. The Misfits5. Powder Gangers6. Rangers7. Enclave Remnants8. Boomers9. Brotherhood of Steel10. Fiends |
Followers of the Apocalypse
| Summary | Condition |
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| Junkie Den As a result of killing Julie Farkas and the Followers of the Apocalypse, the Old Mormon Fort is lost to local drug addicts and junkies. | ・Kill Julie Farkas |
| NCR Pushes the Followers Out Since the Followers of the Apocalypse refrain from coopering with the NCR, the NCR sees them as a threat. The Followers are then pushed out of the Old Mormon Fort in Freeside | ・Do not convince the Followers to help the NCR after the You'll Know It When It Happens quest |
| Followers Cooperate with NCR Having been convinced by the Courier, the Followers agree to cooperate with the NCR, giving them the freedom to provide medical support in the Mojave Wasteland with relative safety. | ・Convince the Followers to help the NCR after the You'll Know It When It Happens quest |
| Overwhelming Independence The Followers of the Apocalypse become overwhelmed by an increase in patients in an independent New Vegas. | ・Finish the No Gods, No Masters quest. |
| Caesar Evacuates the Followers Out of respect for his former people, Caesar allows the Followers of the Apocalypse safe passage out of the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici. without killing Caesar during Et Tumor, Brute? |
| The Legate Obliterates the Followers With Caesar dead, the Legate hunts down the Followers of the Apocalypse and destroys the Old Mormon Fort | ・ Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici. and kill Caesar during Et Tumor, Brute? |
Great Khans
| Summary | Condition |
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| Put an End to the Khans The Courier puts the nail in the coffin by killing the leaders of the Great Khans. Those few who avoided the Courier's wrath moved north, into the wilderness of Idaho, where they tried once more to rebuild. | ・Kill Papa Khan and Regis |
| Great Khans Integrated into the Legion As a reward for their service, the Great Khans are forcibly integrated into the Legion's ranks. The sick and elderly were killed, the women sold as wives to ranking officers, and the tribe's identity was annihilated. | ・Do not convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Legion Erases the Great Khans From History After the Great Khans' betrayal to Caesar's Legion, Caesar had them ruthlessly hunted down. Caesar destroyed all evidence of their existence at Red Rock Canyon, and forbade mention of their name in any history. | ・Convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Replace Regis with Papa Khan during the For the Republic Part 2 quest ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Great Khans RelocatedAfter helping the NCR during the battle of Hoover Dam, the Great Khans settled in the Red Rock Canyon. However, the NCR's conquest for more land resulted in the Khans further north. | ・Convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Replace Regis with Papa Khan during the For the Republic Part 2 quest ・Finish Eureka and side with NCR. |
| NCR Hunts Down the Great KhansHaving helped Caesar's Legion, the Great Khans were hunted down by the NCR. The few Khans who survived Hoover Dam were driven north, into the wilderness of Idaho. | ・Do not convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Finish Eureka and side with NCR. |
| Great Khans and the Followers of the Apocalypse Join ForcesThe Great Khans left Red Rock Canyon after the battle of Hoover Dam, after which they reconnected with the Followers of the Apocalypse to help rebuild their strength. Bolstered by this alliance, they carved a mighty empire out of the ruins of the Northwest. | ・Convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Do not replace Regis with Papa Khan during the For the Republic Part 2 quest ・Tell Papa Khan that the Great Khans should claim their own legacy. |
| The Great Khans DisbandAfter their suicidal last stand at Hoover Dam, the Great Khans ceased to exist as a tribe. The few surviving members dispersed, joining up with other tribes and gangs across the Mojave, and quickly forgot their heritage | ・Convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Do not replace Regis with Papa Khan during the For the Republic Part 2 quest ・Tell Papa Khan that the Great Khans do not have a true legacy. |
The Kings
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Courier Finishes the Kings With the King killed by the Courier, the Kings as a group dissolve and Freeside is relinquished from their grip. | ・Kill the King |
| Caesar's Legion Punishes the KingsThe Kings were destroyed by the Caesar's Legion upon discovery of their ties with the NCR. | ・Complete G.I. Blues ・Complete King's Gambit by stopping the violence against the NCR ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Caesar's Legion Invites the KingsCaesar's Legion was impressed by how the Kings opposed the NCR, thus inviting the group to be assimilated into their ranks. However, the Kings refused and were made into slaves. They tried escaping but were caught, resulting in all of their deaths. | ・Complete G.I. Blues by killing Kieran ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Caesar's Legion Slaughters the KingsCaught in the Legion's crusade in Freeside, the Kings were slaughted. The few survivors fled into the wastelands of Mojave. | ・Do not complete G.I. Blues ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Kings Help with Relief EffortsThe temporary truce between the NCR and Kings blossomed into a full-scale relief effort for the people. While the NCR makes entreaties for the Freeside to join the republic, the Kings maintain their independence. | ・Complete G.I. Blues ・Complete King's Gambit by stopping the violence against the NCR ・Finish Eureka! |
| NCR Sweeps the KingsDuring the Battle of Hoover Dam, some of the Kings took advantage and attacked NCR citizens and soldiers around Freeside. The NCR, after winning, responded by sweeping the Freeside with a platoon, killing most of the Kings. | ・Complete G.I. Blues ・Complete King's Gambit by assassinating Pacer ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Kings Control FreesideEven with NCR winning the battle of Hoover Dam, Freeside remains problematic and uncontrollable even with multiple attempts at occupation. With this, the Kings stay nominally in control of the Freeside. | ・Do not complete G.I. Blues ・Complete King's Gambit by assassinating Pacer ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Kings Get Forcibly RemovedAccused of having lying with a foreign invader for their newfound ties to the NCR by Mr. House, the Kings are punished with forced removal. The Kings resisted but were met with a quick end by the Securitrons. | ・Complete King's Gambit by stopping the violence against the NCR ・Finish All or Nothing |
| Mr. House Leaves the Kings AloneSince the Kings attacked some NCR citizens and soldiers during the Battle of Hoover Dam, Mr. House favored the Kings' "loyalty". With that, the Kings are left to their devices in Freeside. | ・Complete G.I. Blues by killing Kieran and her forces ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish All or Nothing |
| The Kings are Killed by SecuritronsMr. House planned on increasing control over the general area of the Vegas Strip by subjugating Freeside. The Kings, whom fought valiantly, were no match for the armored killing machines, and were wiped out to the last man. | ・Do not complete G.I. Blues ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish All or Nothing |
| The Kings Protect FreesideWith the Kings protection, Freeside became known as one of the more stabler regions in the region. Despite the previous feud with NCR, NCR refugees found Freeside safer than most of the rest of New Vegas, where resentment still lingers. | ・Complete King's Gambit by stopping the violence against the NCR ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| The Kings Removes NCR From FreesideIn the aftermath of the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, the Kings took the opportunity to viciously force all NCR citizens out of Freeside. Travelers from the Republic quickly learned to avoid Freeside if they valued their safety. | ・Complete G.I. Blues by killing Kieran and her forces ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| The Kings Tolerate NCRThe Kings retained their control over Freeside. They continued to favor the needs of locals, they tolerated the citizens of the defeated NCR. | ・Do not complete G.I. Blues ・Do not complete King's Gambit ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
The Misfits
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Courier Wipes the MisfitsThe Misfits are slain by the Courier without so much as a challenge, saving them the humiliation they will suffer from Caesar's Legion. Few mourned for their absence. | ・Kill the Misfits |
| The Misfits are LaudedWith the Courier's advice, the newly trained Misfits distinguished themselves during the Legion's attack on Camp Golf. Mags was finally promoted to Sergeant, and the rest of The Misfits received an official commendation, serving with distinction for years to come. | ・Complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups by following O'Harahan's or Mags' advice ・Finish Eureka!, All or Nothing, or No Gods, No Masters |
| The Misfits Die but are RecognizedDespite the Misfits distinguied efforts in Golf Camp, Caesar's Legion won the battle. After their death, they were recognized by the NCR for their valor. | ・Complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups by following O'Harahan's or Mags' advice ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Punished for LazinessThe laziness and complacency of the Misfits were met with a grisly end when Caesar's Legion attacked Camp Golf. Those who were not killed and fleed were caught at Mojave Outpost, court-martialed, and hanged from the ranger monument. | ・Do not complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups ・Complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups by following Poindexter's advice ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici or All or Nothing |
| Psycho AddictsDue to the frenzy caused by consuming Psycho, the Misfits were able to inflict heavy casualties to the Legion during the defense of Camp Golf. Despite being lauded at first, chem addiction started to set in. The Misfits turned on travelers in Outer Vegas. For their dishonorable conduct, the NCR court-martialed and executed them by firing squad. | ・Complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups by following O'Harahan's or Mags' advice ・Finish Eureka!, All or Nothing, or No Gods, No Masters |
Powder Gangers
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Courier Dispatches the Powder GangersWithout Cooke to lead them in Vault 19, the Powder Gangers quickly fell apart. Those that were not killed by the Courier fled into the hills or attempted to reintegrate into the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Kill Samuel Cooke |
| The Powder Gangers Terrorize CitizensHaving amassed a wide array of improvised explosives and stolen weapons, the Vault 19 Powder Gang tormented the Mojave Wasteland and its citizens for years, especially NCR ones. | ・Do not finish Why Can't We Be Friends?; ・ Finish Why Can't We Be Friends? by blowing up the sulfur deposits and Vault 19. |
| The Powder Gangers Surrender to the NCRAfter their surrender to NCR, the Powder Gangers were re-incorporated into the correctional system. | ・Finish Why Can't We Be Friends? by blowing up the sulfur deposits ・Convince Philip Lem to surrender |
| The Powder Gangers Join the Great KhansAfter being convinced by the Courier, the Powder Gangers of Vault 19 joined the Great Khans. Not all were capable, and those who were not scattered throughout the Mojave Wasteland and did not survive. | ・Convince Philip Lem or Samuel Cooke to join the Great Khans |
Rangers
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Courier Cripples the RangersBy having the Courier murder Chief Hanlon, the Rangers are fractured and take years to rebuild. | ・Kill Chief Hanlon |
| The Rangers Defy All OdsEven with Chief Hanlon's sabotage, the Rangers persevered and distinguished themselves during the Second Battle of Hoover Dam. Hanlon wisely stayed out of the spotlight, crediting General Oliver's leadership for NCR's success. Hanlon then peacefully retires to his ranch. | ・Do not expose the chief during Return to Sender ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Rangers Lose ReputationEven if the Rangers performed admirably during NCR's defense of Hoover Dam, the rangers fell into decline soon after due to Chief Hanlon's sabotage being exposed. Many rangers were greeted coldly on their return home and public and political support for the organization quickly dwindled. | ・Chief Hanlon commits suicide during Return to Sender ・Finishing Eureka! makes Oliver a war hero ・Finishing No Gods, No Masters or All or Nothing denounces Oliver for losing |
| Chief Hanlon Retires with HonorWith the Courier's intervention, Chief Hanlon abandoned his plan to sabotage the defense of Hoover Dam. As expected, the Rangers fought admirably, and General Oliver and Chief Hanlon were both praised for their leadership. After some fanfare about lifelong accomplishments, Hanlon peacefully retires to his ranch. | ・Convince Chief Hanlon to stop faking records during Return to Sender ・Finish Eureka! |
| Hanlon Becomes Senator of ReddingWith the Courier's intervention, the Ranger's victory was short-lived and was forced to evacuate by Hanlon's direction. Growing bitter about the waste of life in Mojave, he stepped down from his post and held a campaign against imperialist ways. Hanlon wins the campaign and is elected senator of Redding. | ・Do not expose the chief during Return to Sender ・Finish No Gods, No Masters or All or Nothing |
| Hanlon Evades the BlameWith the Courier's intervention, Chief Hanlon abandoned his plan to sabotage the defense of Hoover Dam. Though the Courier snatched victory from NCR, only General Oliver was blamed for the loss of Hoover Dam. Hanlon, exhausted, steps down from his position and peacefully retires to his ranch. | ・Convince Chief Hanlon to stop faking records during Return to Sender ・Finish No Gods, No Masters or All or Nothing |
| The Rangers Die in BattleDuring the attack on Hoover Dam, Chief Hanlon and his rangers threw themselves into the path of the Legion assault, dying in the process. Hanlon and his fallen rangers were revered for their bravery and sacrifice. However, citizens and senators denounced President Kimball and General Oliver. | ・Do not expose the chief during Return to Sender ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Hanlon Stirs DoubtSince the Legion won, Chief Hanlon's reasonings were provided a small measure of vindication. While most saw him as a traitor, many believed he was the only military commander who saw the futility in defending New Vegas. | ・Chief Hanlon commits suicide during Return to Sender ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Caesar Beheads Chief HanlonWith the Legion's forces winning, most NCR military officers fled the territory soon after the dam was lost. However, Chief Hanlon stays in Camp Golf for his surrender. Out of respect for Hanlon's composure and worth as an adversary, Caesar had him beheaded. | ・Convince Chief Hanlon to stop faking records during Return to Sender ・Finish Et Tumor, Brute? by letting Caesar live ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Legate Crucifies Chief HanlonWith the Legion's forces winning, most NCR military officers fled the territory soon after the dam was lost. However, Chief Hanlon stays in Camp Golf for his surrender. Despite the late Caesar's respect for Chief Hanlon as an adversary, Legate Lanius had Hanlon crucified along with all of the other rangers. | ・Convince Chief Hanlon to stop faking records during Return to Sender ・Finish Et Tumor, Brute? by letting Caesar die ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
Enclave Remnants
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Courier Snuffed Out The EnclaveThe Enclave Remnants proved no match to the Courier. The aging Enclave Remnants are wiped from the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Kill the remaining Enclave members |
| The Enclave Disappears After supporting the NCR during the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, the Enclave Remnants disappeared and were never heard from again. Rumors about them spread, a grim reminder of the sight of vertibirds in the sky. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne by convincing the Remnants to aid the NCR ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici, Eureka!, No Gods, No Masters or All or Nothing |
| The Legion Leaves the Enclave AloneAfter witnessing the Enclave's brutality in the Second Battle of Hoover Dam. Caesar decides that it would be wise to abstain from pursuing the Enclave Remnants | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne by convincing the Remnants to aid Caesar's Legion ・Finish Et Tumor, Brute? by letting Caesar live ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Legion Pursues the EnclaveHaving been struck by the Enclave's merciless attack in the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, the Legate decides to pursue the Enclave Remnants into Arizona. This results in hundreds of legionaries dying and gaining nothing in return. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne by convincing the Remnants to aid Caesar's Legion ・Finish Et Tumor, Brute? by letting Caesar die ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
Boomers
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Boomers Lose LeadershipThe Courier having killed the leaders of the Boomers, they slowly drifted away, leaving Nellis Air Force Base to be flooded by prospectors and scavengers. Years of knowledge and experience slowly faded away from history. | ・Kill Pearl and Loyal |
| The Boomers Align with the Gun RunnersAfter the Battle of Hoover Dam, NCR had multiple campaigns against the Boomers but were met with loads of artillery. Overtime, the Boomers found a need for gunpowder, so they developed a trading relationship with the Gun Runners. | ・Do not finish the Volare quest ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Boomers Venture ino the Wasteland The Boomers developed a healthy trading relationship with the NCR. As they grew, they ventured out further into the Wasteland while still preventing outsiders from entering Nellis. | ・Finish the Volare quest ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Legion Enslaves the BoomersDespite the Boomers' best efforts at fending off the Legion, they were eventually defeated due to the sheer amount of numbers the Legion has. The Boomers were enslaved and erased any memory of their existence from the wasteland | ・Do not finish the Volare quest ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Caesar Leaves the Boomers AloneHaving seen the Boomers' prowess during the Battle at Hoover Dam, Caesar decides to leave the Boomers alone. The Boomers remained isolated but have been seen flying over the Mojave Desert from time to time. | ・Finish the Volare quest ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Boomers PersistThe Boomers continued to defend themselves against the prospectors and scavengers invading their territory. | ・Do not finish the Volare quest ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Fear the BoomersWith the anarchic state of New Vegas, the reputation of the Boomers' power looms still, dissuading fortune seekers from going to Nellis. | ・Finish the Volare quest ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| House Leaves the Boomers AloneMr. House showed little interest in the Boomers and left them to themselves in Nellis. The tribe remained fortified in Nellis with their backs to the world. | ・Do not finish the Volare quest ・Finish All or Nothing |
| The Boomers VentureMr. House showed little interest on the Boomers, who eventually began venturing out of Nellis to meet and trade with travelers | ・Finish the Volare quest ・Finish All or Nothing |
Brotherhood of Steel
| Summary | Condition |
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| Bury the Brotherhood of SteelThe Courier buries the Mojave chapter of the BoS in rubble. The remaining members that were outside settled into new lives while others headed west to find a new chapter to join. | ・Destroy the Hidden Valley Bunker |
| Overwhelmed by Caesar's LegionWhilst the Battle at Hoover Dam was commencing, the BoS took HELIOS One, inflicting heavy damage on retreating NCR forces. After that, however, Caesar's forces overwhelmed their temporary settlement and routed them out of the Hidden Valley and HELIOS One. | ・During Render Unto Caesar, do not destroy the Hidden Valley Bunker ・Kill all the Brotherhood Members ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Retook HELIOS OneGiven the opportunity while the Battle at Hoover Dam was commencing, the BoS took HELIOS One. With no opposition, the BoS began patrolling Interstate 15 and 95. | ・Do not finish Still in the Dark ・Finish Still in the Dark by installing Hardin as Elder ・Finish No Gods, No Masters w/o upgrading Securitrons |
| The Brotherhood and NCR UniteThe official truce between the BoS and NCR was bolstered with NCR's win in Hoover Dam. Despite continued hostilities between the two in the west, the Brotherhood helped with patroling Interstate 15 and Highway 95.. | ・Sign the truce during For the Republic, Part 2 ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Brotherhood Allows the NCR to RetreatDue to the truce between the BoS and NCR, the BoS allowed the NCR to retreat from the Mojave Wasteland without incident even with the NCR's defeat. The BoS patrols appeared along major roads. | ・Sign the truce during For the Republic, Part 2 ・Finish No Gods, No Masters w/o upgrading Securitrons |
Fiends
| Summary | Condition |
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| The Fiends Disband The Fiends, without any leadership, were scattered throughout the wasteland. | ・Kill all the Fiend Leaders: Motor-Runner, Cook-Cook, Violet, and Driver Nephi. |
| The NCR Suffers High LossesThe Fiends attacked Camp McCarran during the Battle at Hoover Dam. Even though the NCR defended Camp McCarran from the Fiends successfully, they suffered major losses. | ・Kill all the Fiend Leaders except Motor-Runner ・Finish Eureka! |
| The NCR Suffers Minimal LossesThe Fiends attacked Camp McCarran during the Battle at Hoover Dam. The NCR defended Camp McCarran from the Fiends successfully with minimal losses due to their lack of a leader. | ・Kill only Motor-Runner ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Securitrons Dealt with the FiendsThe Fiends launch an attack on Camp McCarran that proves successful. However, the Fiends’s victory over the NCR is short-lived as Mr. House’s Securitron Army quickly puts them down in an assault on the Camp. | ・Kill all the Fiend Leaders except Motor-Runner ・Finish All or Nothing |
| The Securitrons Eradicates the Remaining FiendsThe Fiends launch an unsuccessful attack on Camp McCarran. Afterwards, Mr. House’s Securitron Army enters outer Vegas and wipes out the Fiends completely. | ・Kill only Motor-Runner ・Finish All or Nothing |
| The Fiends Overran Camp McCarranThe Fiends launches a successful assault on Camp McCarran during the Battle of Hoover Dam. In the anarchic state of New Vegas, the Fiends asserted dominance over Outer Vegas. | ・Kill all the Fiend Leaders except Motor-Runner ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| The Fiends Remain a NuisanceThe Fiends, even after heavy casualities, managed to subdue Camp McCarran. With their few numbers, they keep substantial control over small areas and continue to be a nuisance. | ・Kill only Motor-Runner ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Caesar Removes the FiendsCaesar, after seeing the Fiends' pitiful attempt at Camp McCarran, had them exterminated. Caesar was unimpressed with their performance and their dependence on chems. | ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
Towns
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| Main Quests | Minor Factions | Towns | Companions |
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| 1. Goodsprings2. Jacobstown3. Black Mountain4. NCR Correctional Facility5. Novac6. Primm |
Goodsprings
| Summary | Condition |
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| Goodsprings Left in RuinsSince this is where the Courier rose from the dead, people rarely venture into the ruins Goodsprings. However, people come here to refill water from the water source while treading Long 15. | ・Kill all the people in Goodsprings ・Finish Run Goodsprings Run |
| Goodsprings Flourished in TradeMore trade routes were established after NCR gained control of the Mojave Wasteland, causing Goodsprings to grow. However, the increase in taxes led some of the older settlers to move on. | ・Finish Ghost Town Gunfight ・Finish Eureka! |
| The Elderly RemainedEven if the Legion scarcely take notice of Goodsprings during their conquest of New Vegas, most of its inhabitants left Goodsprings in fear of them. Only those who were old and stubborn stayed. | ・Finish Ghost Town Gunfight ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Securitron ProtrectionMr. House, as an award for housing the Courier, sent Victor to protect Goodsprings. However, he also uses Victor to spy on the small town. | ・Finish Ghost Town Gunfight ・Finish All or Nothing |
| Goodsprings Thrived with TrafficWith a newly independent Vegas, Goodsprings thrives as a result of more travelers passing through the town on their way to New Vegas. | ・Finish Ghost Town Gunfight ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
Jacobstown
| Summary | Condition |
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| Jacobstown is DesertedAs a result of killing Marcus and removing the leadership in Jacobstown, the Super Mutants and Nightkin of Jacobstown leave. | ・Kill Marcus |
| Super Mutant HavenHaving developed a cure for the nightkin's schizophrenia with the help of Doctor Henry and Lily, Nightkin and other super mutants in the wasteland flocked to Jacobstown. The town became known as a haven for all Super Mutants. | ・Finish Guess Who I Saw Today ・Pass Speech Check with Keene ・Pass Science Check with Doctor Henry / Encourage Doctor Henry |
| Nightkins Scatter in the MojaveEven if the cure for the nightkins' schizophrenia was discovered, there was too little supply for the demand. Along with the death of their leader Keene, most of the nightkin scattered into the wasteland, their insanity worsening with each day. | ・Finish Guess Who I Saw Today ・Keene dies during the quest |
| Nightkins Terrorize the MojaveEven if the cure for the nightkins' schizophrenia was discovered, there was too little supply for the demand. Most Nightkin followed their leader Keene to terrorize the Mojave for years to come. | ・Finish Guess Who I Saw Today ・Fail Speech Check with Keene and let them leave ・Fail Science Check with Doctor Henry |
| Jacobstown ProsperedThe cure for the nightkins' schizophrenia was discovered, albeit taking a significant amount of time. With the cure and leadership of Keene, Jacobstown prospered and became known to be a fair place for a trading. | ・Finish Guess Who I Saw Today ・Pass Speech Check with Keene ・Fail Science Check with Doctor Henry |
| No Cure was MadeHaving no cure for their schizoprenia, the Nightkin grew insane each day. The crazed nightkin terrorized the wasteland, causing a backlash for Jacobstown advocacy towards mutants. In the end, the mutants left the place and its existence quickly forgotten. | ・Do not start or finish Guess Who I Saw Today |
Black Mountain
| Summary | Condition |
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| Utobitha DisappearsWithout Tabitha, Utobitha loses its splendor and eventually leaves but a trace of its existence. Many Super Mutants and Nightkin travel to Black Mountain only to find Jacobstown, confused and disheartened. | ・Kill Tabitha |
| Tabitha and Rhonda ExploreHaving Rhonda repaired, Tabitha and her trusty robot friend ventures the Wasteland east, through Caesar's land. Stories about the duo begun to arise and saw coverage, and proved to be quite popular with children. | ・Repair Rhonda |
| Broadcast ContinuesThe peculiar broadcast coming from Black Mountain Radio persists with its propaganda. Raul faces execution, and is pardoned each day. Travelers venturing near Black Mountain are still harassed by Tabitha's followers. | ・Avoid Black Mountain |
| Avoid the NightHaving released Raul from his confinement, Tabitha is thrown into a rage and began rallying her followers. Travelers in the region soon learned to avoid the roads at night, as caravans were repeatedly attacked by unseen assailants. | ・Release Raul during Crazy, Crazy, Crazy ・Finish Crazy, Crazy, Crazy |
NCR Correctional Facility
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| The Correctional Facility is AbandonedHaving their leader dispatched by the Courier, the Powder Gangers at the Correctional Facility vanished into the wastes and abandons prison. | ・Kill Eddie |
| The Powder Gangers are ExecutedAfter the Battle at Hoover Dam, the NCR sets its sights on the Correctional Facility. The Powder Gangers, who were no match for the trained troops, were dealt with. The survivors are to be executed by gunfire. | ・Do not kill Eddie ・Finish Eureka! |
| Fled and CrucifiedMost of the remaining Powder Gangers fled into the Wasteland in fear of the Legion. Those that stayed were killed or crucified by the legionnaire's of Caesar. | ・Do not kill Eddie ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The Powder Gangers StayThe NCR, exhausted of resources and troops after the Battle at Hoover Dam, were unable to reclaim the Correctional Facility. As a result, The Powder Gangers continue to raid caravans in the Mojave for years to come. | ・Do not kill Eddie ・Finish All or Nothing or No Gods, No Masters |
Novac
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| A Rare StepNovac, whom were no match by the Courier, were slaughtered in their hometown. Left vacant, the motel and Dinky the Dinosaur are now just a rare stop for travelers. | ・Kill the people of Novac |
| Novac Falls to the LegionDespite its settlers' efforts, the town of Novac falls to the Legion's persistent attacks with the lack of intervention from other communities. | ・Kill Jason Bright and all of the Bright Followers |
| Ghouls Terrorize NovacThe citizens of Novac died in its defense against the Legion. In the weeks that followed, feral ghouls from the REPCONN test site ravaged the weakened town. | ・Do not finish Come Fly With Me |
| Bright Followers Restore NovacBright and his followers return from their journey to help restore Novac’s defenses, allowing them to keep their independence. | ・Finish Come Fly With Me ・Finish Eureka!, All or Nothing, or No Gods, No Masters |
| Bright Followers Help the SettlersBright and his followers come to Novac’s aid in the rescue and evacuation of Novac’s citizens as the Legion lay waste to the town. | ・Improve the navigation of the rockets ・Finish Come Fly With Me ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| The REPCONN Rockets Irradiate the AreaHaving successfully sabotaged the rockets, they crash near the area of Novac. Radioactive fuel from the wrecked ships seeped out and contaminated the area. Salvagers were forced to move on, and the town was abandoned. | ・Sabotage the navigation of the rockets ・Finish Come Fly With Me |
Primm
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Dealt the Killing BlowHaving already been raided by the Powder Gangers, the Courier deals the killing blow to Primm with no hope of re-establishing. | ・Kill the people of Primm |
| Rebuilt by NCRBy having allegiance with NCR, Primm prospered due to greater merchant trade and prosperity. However, Primm's citizens chafe under NCR's taxes in exchange for protection and economic growth. | ・Appoint the NCR as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Eureka! |
| Under the Legion's WatchDespite vowing to protect Primm, NCR fled as soon as they lost in Hoover Dam. Caesar keeps Primm open for business, but its citizens live under the constant watch of Legion soldiers | ・Appoint the NCR as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| High TaxesAfter the NCR leaves after their loss to the Courier, Mr. House sent a group of Securitrons to "protect" Primm. These Securitrons collect an absurd amount of taxes from Primm due to their loyalty to NCR. | ・Appoint the NCR as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish All or Nothing |
| Independent Yet AgainAfter NCR left, Primm is left to their devices again as an independent town. Primm goes through a ride of ups and downs. | ・Appoint the NCR as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Vigilante JusticePrimm thrives under the fair watch of Sheriff Meyers. However, there are often cases where someone winds up dead with little to no evidence against them. | ・Appoint Meyers as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Eureka!, All or Nothing, or No Gods, No Masters |
| The Legion Slaughters Primm Sheriff Meyers chooses to oppose Caesar's takeover of Primm with a standoff, which devolves into the town fighting for itself. However, the town quickly falls to Caesar. | ・Appoint Meyers as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Slow but WillingWith Primm Slim's watchful eye, Primm continues to prosper. However, due to his slow build, many criminals escape from him. | ・Appoint Primm as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Eureka!, All or Nothing, or No Gods, No Masters |
| Clueless RobotSheriff Primm Slim valiantly attempts to resist Caesar's will, unaware that Primm's takeover by the Legion has already commenced. | ・Appoint Primm as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
Companions
| Jump to a Type of Ending! | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Quests | Minor Factions | Towns | Companions |
| Companions |
|---|
| 1. Lily2. Raul3. Rex4. Arcade Gannon5. Boone6. Rose of Sharon Cassidy7. ED-E8. Veronica |
Lily
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Lingering Thoughts of Lily's GrandchildrenThe long life of Lily has finally come to a close. As the life faded from her, her last thoughts were of her grandchildren | ・Let Lily Die |
| Lily Moves OnEncouraged to take her medicine, Lily gained a semblance of clarity. Lily, due to the pills, cast aside the recording of her grandchildren, no longer remembering its significance. | ・Encourage Lily to take her medicine ・Finish Lily and Leo |
| Lily Tries to Find her PastTaking half of her usual dose, Lily still remembers her grandchildren at the cost of her memories being muddled. Lily travels west to seek the remnants of her past. | ・Encourage Lily to take her medicine at half-doses ・Do not finish Lily and Leo |
| Lily Loses her SanityAs Lily stopped taking her medicine, she grew more and more unstable. Eventually, she turned into a mindless Nightkin, the kindly grandmother consumed by rage. | ・Encourage Lily to stop taking her medicine ・Finish Lily and Leo |
Raul
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Raul is Laid to RestDuring Raul's time with the Courier, he is met with death after an eventful and long life. | ・Let Raul Die |
| A Different IdentityStill haunted by his lack of a purpose, Raul never found peace with himself. After the events that transpired, Raul left the Mojave and assumed a new name. | ・Recruit Raul ・Do not finish Old School Ghoul |
| The Ghastly VaqueroReinvigorated by his time with the Courier, Raul once more took up his guns in memory of his lost Rafaela. Tales of a ghost-valquero that punishes those that prey on the weak is spread around the Mojave. | ・Agree that he needs to become a vaquero again ・Finish Old School Ghoul |
| Raul Makes PeaceBeing enlightened after his time with the Courier, Raul made peace with the idea of growing old. Raul retires and settles down in Outer Vegas, where he spends his days fixing ancient machinery. | ・Agree that he is no longer a gunslinger ・Finish Old School Ghoul |
Rex
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Rex Succumbs to the WastelandDespite surviving multiple experiences, Rex utlimately met his end in the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Let Rex Die |
| Rex Neurological DegradationDue to not getting their brain replaced, Rex shuts down abruptly one quiet morning. | ・Do not finish Nothin' but a Hound Dog |
| Peaceful Old DogRex, while having trouble to adjust to the old scrapyard dog's memories, eventually settles peacefully and makes new memories with Old Lady Gibson. | ・Implant Rey's Brain ・Finish Nothin' but a Hound Dog |
| Quick AdjustmentRevitalized by having Lupa's brain implanted, Rex quickly melded well with his own memories of the Legion | ・Implant Lupa's Brain ・Finish Nothin' but a Hound Dog |
| Fiendish DogRex, having implanted Violetta's brain, grew to become more vicious due to her memories of the Fiends. Rex's mind had difficulty adjusting at first, but eventually found peace with new, more vicious self. | ・Implant Violetta's Brain ・Finish Nothin' but a Hound Dog |
Arcade Gannon
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Arcade Gannon DiesDespite his noble intentions, Arcade Gannon he ultimately met his end in the Mojave Wasteland. | ・Let Arcade Gannon die |
| Sold Arcade Gannon to CaesarArcade Gannon, tricked by the Courier, is sold to Caesar as his personal doctor. Caesar, amused by Arcade's aptitude in philosophy, made him his unwilling intellectual sparring partner. However, during an unguarded moment, Arcade disembowels himself with a scalpel. Caesar mourns this loss for a significant amount of time. | ・Sell Arcade Ganon as Caesar's personal doctor during Et Tumor, Brute? ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Arcade Gannon is a CasualtyAfter being sold to Caesar, the Courier beat Caesar's Legion. As the Legion are retreating, Arcade was a sad casualty, one of many. His body was heaped with those of many others in a nameless ravine on the Legion's long march home | ・Sell Arcade Ganon as Caesar's personal doctor during Et Tumor, Brute? ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Sold Arcade Gannon to LuciusThe Legate, having no need of Arcade Gannon's expertise in medicine like Caesar, had the man crucified for his sarcasm and wit. | ・Kill Caesar during Et Tumor, Brute? ・Sell Arcade Ganon to Lucius ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Arcade Becomes a TeacherDespite wishing for independency from NCR's rule, Arcade was glad that the Legion lost the battle. He tended to the sick in Freeside, then became a teacher after. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to return to the Follower's camp ・Finish Eureka! |
| Arcade Gets CaughtAfter hearing the news that the Legion is heading to Freeside, Arcade did his best to help people escape with adequate supplies. However, he was spotted and then tracked somewhere near Westside, leaving no survivors. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to return to the Follower's camp ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici! |
| Arcade DisappearsDespite feeling pride for holding the Legion back, his aspirations were crushed as he saw Mr. House rise in power. Saddened by the loss of life and liberty in the area, Arcade left the Mojave Wasteland for parts unknown; never to be heard from again. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to return to the Follower's camp ・Finish All or Nothing |
| Arcade's Reality CheckArcade stays in Freeside to care for the unfortunate. Arcade feels that the independancy was not what he hoped to be, but he does his best to help the locals govern themselves. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to return to the Follower's camp ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Enclave BloodlineArcade, due to his history with the Enclave, gets ousted from the Followers of the Apocalypse. As he is being pursued by bounty hunters, the NCR, and BoS, he is forced to pushed deep into the eastern plains. Arcade was never heard of again | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to aid the Remnants ・Finish Eureka! |
| Arcade Gets ImprisonedAfter being beat by the Legion, the NCR retreats. Arcade, not being one of the casualties, he helped defend NCR citizens and refugees during the retreat to Mojave Outpost. However, an NCR ranger identified his father's armor as Enclave property. He was arrested and imprisoned indefinitely. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to aid the NCR ・Advise the Remnants to aid the NCR ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici! |
| Arcade is DistraughtDespite the initial pride after his influence during the Battle of Hoover Dam, his feelings were ultimately crushed by Mr. House's ascent of power. Completely distraught y the loss of life and liberty in the area, Arcade left the Mojave Wasteland for parts unknown, never to be heard from again. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to aid the Remnants ・Finish All or Nothing |
| Arcade Embraces his Enclave LineageArcade, happy and proud of the results of the Battle of Hoover Dam, did not expect the downsides of a truly independent New Vegas. Despite this, Arcade uses his Enclave knowledge and technology to keep order wherever he could. | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to aid the Remnants ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
Boone
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Awaited DeathTired of waiting, Boone ventured into the wastes to make his own way out. In the Wasteland, he was granted the death he'd awaited, bringing rest to a life that had ended long ago. | ・Let Boone Die |
| Hunting the NCR OfficerBoone leaves the Mojave Wasteland to hunt down the NCR officer responsible for the massacre at Bitter Springs. | ・Do not finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget |
| Boone Re-enlistsBoone found himself re-enlisting with his old unit. Rather than having his past further fuel his regrets, he instead embraced and made a purpose out of it. He spends the rest of his days sniping down Slavers in the desert. | ・Convince Boone to make amends ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish Eureka! |
| Boone Enacts his RevengeAfter the Battle of Hoover Dam, Boone confirmed that revenge would never quiet his troubled mind. He ventured to California to search for the NCR officer who had led the attack on Bitter Springs. With only two bullets loaded in his sidearm, Boone did the only thing he believed would put an end to his suffering. | ・Convince Boone to be vengeful ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish Eureka! |
| Highest BountyBoone, who is not willing to take the Legion's victory lying down, heads to the hills with his rifle. Boone began a deadly campaign against high-ranking Legion officers. The price on his head rose to levels unheard of, but few pursued it, fearing it would be the last thing they never saw. | ・Convince Boone to make amends ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Suicide MissionDriven mad by his memories and the Legion's victory, Boone set out for a suicide mission against the Legate. Fighting as he wished he had on the day of his wife's death, he brought down scores of Legionaries before being caught. Before his crucifixion, the Legate expressed his admiration, but Boone just spat tobacco in his eye. | ・Convince Boone to be vengeful ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Returns to GuardingRemaining in New Vegas, Boone finds work as a security guard and caravan scout along the highways. While he might have preferred rejoining his old unit, Boone could not bring himself to abandon the city where he met his wife. | ・Convince Boone to make amends ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish All or Nothing or No Gods, No Masters |
| Mercenary and AssassinNo longer bound by his conscience, Boone now works as a mercenary and assassin. No job was too violent, no target too innocent. As long as the caps were good, Boone would take the job. | ・Convince Boone to be vengeful ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget ・Finish All or Nothing or No Gods, No Masters |
Rose of Sharon Cassidy
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Unmarked GraveLike her caravan, Rose of Sharon Cassidy died and is buried in an unmarked grave. | ・Let Cass Die |
| Rose PendantCass, after going back to the west, lived for 30 more years. She passed away in a small shack outside of Vault City, the rose pendant still around her neck. | ・Persuade Cass to leave the Mojave and travel back west |
| Supply Lines SufferDue to the deaths of the Van Graffs and the Crimson Caravan, NCR's supply lines suffered further as the two caravans withdrew support. | ・Kill Gloria Van Graff and Alice McLafferty. ・Finish Heartache by the Number |
| Better Trade LawsAfter the destruction of Cassidy Caravans, NCR used evidence of the plot to blackmail the Crimson Caravan and the Van Graffs. With little resistance, the NCR enacted strict trade laws and strengthened the supply lines in the Mojave. | ・Let Gloria Van Graff and Alice McLafferty live ・Expose the Van Graffs and the Crimson Caravan ・Finish Heartache by the Number |
| Missing SpecificationsAfter being removed from their post, the Van Graffs and Alice McLafferty were attacked by a group with advanced weaponry and military tactics while they were heading west. The Gun Runners were questioned, but denied any involvement, claiming they would have no public motivation for such an attack. | ・Steal the Gun Runner's manufacturing specifications ・You Can Depend on Me ・Get the Better Trade Laws ending |
| Part II | |
| What a Hero Must Feel LikeHaving seen the NCR flag flying proud over Hoover Dam, Rose thought that "this is what a hero must feel like". She almost went and told the Courier not to be too proud, then she figured he/she knew that already. | ・Finish Eureka! |
| One Night StandAfter a night of celebrating with drinks, Cass kicked in the door to the room of the Courier. What she found on the bed was a cute NCR soldier whose barracks had been destroyed. After things happened, she walked along the Dam in the night, she felt drunk, content, and happy to be alive. Which to her, was the whole point of it all. | ・Finish Heartache by the Number ・Have a male Courier ・Finish Eureka! |
| Play it OutCass raises a bottle to the Dam and the ones who had fought for it. What she felt was that the whole thing was proof that playing out a bad hand can pay off in the end, as long as someone/a woman like the Courier was holding the cards. | ・Do not finish Heartache by the Number ・Have a female Courier ・Finish Eureka! |
| A Large GravestoneCass lived to see the mark of the Legion looming over Hoover Dam. She sees the Dam as nothing more than a gravestone for the Mojave - and everyone in it. | ・Finish Veni, Vidi, Vici |
| Full Speed AheadCass lived to see Hoover Dam in its Old World glory, full of power. Before leaving the dam, her last words were "We were going full speed ahead... but facing backwards the whole time." | ・Finish All or Nothing |
| One-man ArmyCass lived to see the Courier bring down three armies, which was nothing she expected. | ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
ED-E
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Put Out of CommissionDuring ED-Es journey with the Courier, it met its end in the dangers of the Mojave. ED-E lays destroyed, waiting for scavengers to dismantle it for parts. | ・Let ED-E Die |
| Joins Another CourierAs ED-E lays unrepaired in the shop of Johnson Nash, another courier eventually repairs it and lets ED-E continue on its journey to Navarro.Eventually, the bot was discovered by the Followers of the Apocalypse, who managed to recover vast databanks of scientific knowledge. | ・Do not repair ED-E |
| Sudden TriggerED-E traveled with the Courier until one of its memory banks was triggered. This caused ED-E to continue its travels on to Navarro, never to be seen again. | ・Repair ED-E ・Do not finish ED-E My Love |
| The Courier's Companion + Sun EnergyThe Courier keeps ED-E as a constant companion in his journeys. After recovering information on Poseidon Energy, The Followers of the Apocalypse developed new methods to harness the energy of the sun. | ・Give ED-E to the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Keep as an active companion |
| Caravan Protector + Sun EnergyED-E, after being left by the Courier, is discovered and was took by a traveling caravan. After recovering information on Poseidon Energy, The Followers of the Apocalypse developed new methods to harness the energy of the sun. | ・Give ED-E to the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Dismiss ED-E |
| The Courier's Companion + Army of EyebotsThe Courier keeps ED-E as a constant companion in his journeys. The BoS used the information recovered from ED-E to create a small army of Duraframe eyebots. | ・Give ED-E to the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Keep as an active companion |
| Caravan Protector + Army of EyebotsED-E, after being left by the Courier, is discovered and was took by a traveling caravan. The BoS used the information recovered from ED-E to create a small army of Duraframe eyebots. | ・Give ED-E to the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Dismiss ED-E |
Veronica
| Summary | Condition |
|---|---|
| Veronica DiesVeronica looked to the Mojave Wasteland for an answer to the BoS' problematic methods. However, the dangers of the wasteland would eventually claim her life. | ・Let Veronica die |
| Frustration SettlesDespite wanting to lead the Mojave chapter to a better path, Veronica did not find the answer she was looking for in the wasteland. After her expression of frustration, she was banished and ended her days a wandering tinker. | ・Do not finish I Could Make You Care. |
| Unsung RepairsDespite leaving from the group, Veronica is relieved that the Brotherhood's peace treaty with NCR happened. To avoid having those around her from being involved, she continues her life as a solitary scavenger, helping Mojave scientists and social workers without recognition. | ・Convince Veronica to join the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Sign the truce in For the Republic, Part 2 |
| Paying RespectsEven with her best efforts to leave the past behind, she found herself compelled to make one final journey to Hidden Valley after finding out the destruction of the bunker. There, she paid her last respects to the only family she had ever known. | ・Convince Veronica to join the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Destroy the Hidden Valley Bunker |
| Leaving Behind the PastGrowing more aggressive, the Brotherhood of Steel troubled Veronica greatly. This development removed all doubt from her mind that in leaving them she had made the right choice. | ・Convince Veronica to join the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
| Studying New TechnologyWith the truce between the NCR, Veronica was put at ease even for a little. She began secluding herself in crumbling libraries of the Old World, learning of promising technologies she knew the Brotherhood would never adopt. | ・Convince Veronica to stay in the Brotherhood of Steel ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Sign the truce in For the Republic, Part 2 |
| Small ComfortsThe death of the Mojave Brotherhood came much too soon for Veronica, and in their absence, she felt truly lost. Yet in its wake, she took small comfort in her decision to remain by their side through their few remaining days. | ・Convince Veronica to stay in the Brotherhood of Steel ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Destroy the Hidden Valley Bunker |
| Putting Up With ItVeronica put aside her morality and supported the Brotherhood's new campaign of aggression as best she could. Yet deep down, she understood that it meant their end would surely be soon to follow. | ・Convince Veronica to stay in the Brotherhood of Steel ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Finish No Gods, No Masters |
Best Ending
NCR + Good Reputation
While the topic remains subjective, the best ending of Fallout New Vegas lies in having the NCR winning the Second Battle of Hoover Dam. With the NCR's victory, most factions were well off. The factions prospered, were safe, and still had agency under NCR's rule, suffering only minor casualties. Overall, The NCR maintains order without totalitarianism.
Furthermore, the NCR is not an individual's political paradigm. The NCR is a diplomatic movement not born out of charisma (Caesar) and money (Mr. House) but of a single purpose to unite the Wasteland.
There is still an argument about having an independent Vegas, but the overall loss of life and chaos enacted in an independent Vegas is not a small matter. Without authority, anarchy is suppressed only by a few factions with already sufficient roots.
See Also
King's Gambit Walkthrough | Fallout New Vegas｜Game8Green Man Gaming’s 14th Birthday – The Best Games Of The Last 14 Years – Green Man Gaming BlogThere Stands the Grass Side Quest Walkthrough | Fallout New Vegas｜Game8The House Always Wins V Walkthrough | Fallout New Vegas｜Game8What Ending Did You Prefer?
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Caesar's Legion 1
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Mr. House 3
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Independent 6
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All Best Endings
| How to Get the Best Endings | ||
|---|---|---|
| No. | Ending | Condition |
| 1. | NCR EndingBattle for Hoover Dam | ・Finish Eureka! |
| 2. | Side with the NCRThe Courier | ・Maintain good karma |
| 3. | Cooperate with NCRFollowers of the Apocalypse | ・Convince the Followers to help the NCR after the You'll Know It When It Happens quest |
| 4. | Great Khans Relocated Great Khans | ・Convince Papa Khan to break his alliance with Caesar's Legion ・Replace Regis with Papa Khan during the For the Republic Part 2 quest |
| 5. | Help with Relief EffortsThe Kings | ・Finish G.I. Blues ・Finish King's Gambit by stopping the violence against the NCR ・Finish Eureka! |
| 6. | The Misfits are Lauded The Misfits | ・Complete Flags of Our Foul-Ups by following O'Harahan's or Mags' advice |
| 7. | Surrender to the NCR Powder Gangers | ・Finish Why Can't We Be Friends? by blowing up the sulfur deposits ・Convince Philip Lem to surrender |
| 8. | Chief Hanlon Retires with Honor Rangers | ・Convince Chief Hanlon to stop faking records during Return to Sender |
| 9. | The Courier Snuffed Out The Enclave Enclave Remnants | ・Kill the remaining Enclave members |
| 10. | The Boomers Venture ino the Wasteland The Boomers | ・Finish the Volare quest |
| 11. | The Brotherhood and NCR Unite Brotherhood of Steel | ・Sign the truce during For the Republic, Part 2 |
| 12. | The Fiends Disband The Fiends | ・Kill all the Fiend Leaders: Motor-Runner, Cook-Cook, Violet, and Driver Nephi. |
| 13. | Goodsprings Flourished in Trade Goodsprings | ・Finish Ghost Town Gunfight |
| 14. | Super Mutant Haven Jacobstown | ・Finish Guess Who I Saw Today ・Pass Speech Check with Keene ・Pass Science Check with Doctor Henry ・Encourage Doctor Henry (Optional) |
| 15. | Tabitha and Rhonda Explore Black Mountain | ・Repair Rhonda |
| 16. | The Powder Gangers are Executed NCR Correctional Facility | ・Do not kill Eddie |
| 17. | Bright Followers Restore Novac Novac | ・Finish Come Fly With Me |
| 18. | Rebuilt by NCR Primm | ・Appoint the NCR as sheriff ・Finish My Kind of Town |
| 19. | Lily Tries to Find her Past Lily | ・Encourage Lily to take her medicine at half-doses ・Do not finish Lily and Leo |
| 19. | Lily Tries to Find her Past Lily | ・Encourage Lily to take her medicine at half-doses ・Do not finish Lily and Leo |
| 20. | Raul Makes Peace Raul | ・Agree that he is no longer a gunslinger ・Finish Old School Ghoul |
| 21. | Peaceful Old Dog Rex | ・Implant Rey's Brain ・Finish Nothin' but a Hound Dog |
| 22. | Arcade Becomes a Teacher Arcade Gannon | ・Finish For Auld Lang Syne and advise Arcade to return to the Follower's camp |
| 23. | Boone Re-enlists Boone | ・Convince Boone to make amends ・Finish I Forgot to Remember to Forget |
| 24. | Better Trade Laws + What a Hero Must Feel Like Rose of Sharon Cassidy | ・Let Gloria Van Graff and Alice McLafferty live ・Expose the Van Graffs and the Crimson Caravan ・Finish Heartache by the Number |
| 25. | The Courier's Companion + Sun Energy ED-E | ・Give ED-E to the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Finish ED-E My Love ・Keep as an active companion |
| 26. | Unsung Repairs Veronica | ・Convince Veronica to join the Followers of the Apocalypse ・Finish I Could Make You Care ・Sign the truce in For the Republic, Part 2 |
Fallout New Vegas Related Guides
Beginner's Guide: Fallout New Vegas Tips and Tricks
Fallout New Vegas Tips and Tricks
| General Tips and Tricks | |
|---|---|
| How to Get All Endings and the Best Ending | Romance Guide and Best Romance Options |
| How to Level Up Fast | How to Get Caps Fast |
| How to Farm Ammo | How to Get to New Vegas Strip Fast |
| Game Mechanics Guides | |
| How to Hack Terminals | How to Repair Weapons and Armor: What is CND? |
| How to Respec | How Does Karma Work? |
| How to Holster Weapons | Caravan Rules and Guide |
| How to Change Faction Reputation | Can You Sprint? |
