The post-apocalyptic world of Fallout 76 is filled with all kinds of mutated critters, some more horrifying than others. But often, hunting them down is a necessity and can result in some useful items. Radtoads, the giant post-nuclear version of a frog, is one of the less appealing mutants, with multiple eyes and exploding eggs. So just where can you find these delightful creatures, and what are they good for?
“Deal a Critical Hit to a Radtoad” Daily Quest
One of the first reasons you may seek out these giant amphibians is to complete the daily quest called “Deal a Critical Hit to a Radtoad.” It’s a simple enough ask, and the quest actually teaches you the best way to down these mutants without having to deal with their troublesome attacks: from a distance with a crit hit. But before that, you must find one, and Radtoads in Fallout 76 spawn in a few specific areas in Appalachia.
Radtoad spawn locations
- Beckwith Farm – Low chance to spawn
- The Forest – Throughout the area
- Grafton – On the outskirts of the town
- Helvetia – The first wave of enemies to appear during the “Fasnacht Day” event
- Landview Lighthouse – Always spawn during the “Path of Enlightenment” event
- The Giant Teapot – Possibility to spawn during the “Tea Time” event
- The Sludge Hole – High chance to spawn
- Toxic Valley – Throughout the area
Increased Carry Weight
While slaughtering Radtoads, you’ll likely pick up eggs and legs, both of which can be used in cooking. The eggs make a Radtoad omelette that provides some health regen and a slight endurance boost. The real gems are the legs, though, which can give a nice increase to your Carry Weight.
Cooking legs with Wood will result in Grilled Radtoad and +10 Carry Weight for 30 minutes. But chowing down on Fried Radtoad Legs will get you +20 Carry Weight, doubled if you have the Carnivore mutation, along with +60 HP and 20% Food.
Fried Radtoad Legs recipe
- Boiled water x2
- Pepper x2
- Radtoad leg x2
- Razorgrain x2
- Wood x1
Taming a Radtoad
If you have the Animal Friend perk equipped, Radtoads in Fallout 76 can also be tamed and sent to defend your C.A.M.P. There are nearly a dozen variants of the critters, and they can all be tamed. So after you’ve taken one out for the daily quest and chopped up a few more for stat boosts, it might be worth taking a tour to see the different varieties and make one your pet.
