Can Codsworth Wear Hats in Fallout 4? The Ultimate Guide

Yes, Codsworth can wear certain hats in Fallout 4! He is one of the few companions with this unique ability. Specifically, Codsworth can equip the standard bowler hat or the Triggerman bowler hat to change up his appearance.

Equipping a stylish hat makes Codsworth even more endearing. However, customizing him at a robot workbench will remove this capability permanently. So be sure to adorn him in a hat before modding Codsworth with the Automatron DLC parts.

Now let‘s dive deeper into Codsworth‘s intricate functions and capabilities as a companion. With over 200 years of serving your family, Codsworth has much to offer the sole survivor in Fallout 4!

An Extensive List of Names Codsworth Can Say

One of Codsworth‘s most delightful features is his vast vocabulary. He can audibly pronounce a whopping 924 different names to address your character! According to data miners and player testing, the list of names includes:

• Common names like John, Mary, Jason, etc.

• Funny names like Fartface, Boobies, Grognak

• Pop culture references like Neo, Batman, Katniss

• Even most curse words!

Reddit user /u/Marvelettes compiled a comprehensive list of all the names Codsworth can say in this post. It seems like the devs included just about any name they could think of!

According to gaming site Kotaku, Codsworth can even pronounce the name "Dickface", saying it with "complete earnestness and sincerity." The breadth of names is a testament to how devoted Codsworth is to faithfully serving your character.

How to Max Out Codsworth‘s Affinity

Like all Fallout 4 companions, Codsworth has an affinity level that measures how much he likes you. Building up his affinity unlocks perks and bonuses:

• At 500 affinity, Codsworth gains +5% damage resistance
• At 1000 affinity, Codsworth gains +10% damage resistance
• At max 2500 affinity, you gain Codsworth‘s perk: Robot Sympathy – Take 15% less damage from robot energy weapons

Here are some tips for raising Codsworth‘s affinity quickly:

• Craft weapons or armor – Codsworth loves watching you work at a weapons bench or chem station!
• Do good deeds – Helping others in need, being generous and not stealing will please Codsworth.
• Use polite dialogue – Gentle, sympathetic dialogue choices raise affinity. Avoid aggression.
• Stay sober – Drug use and addiction upset Codsworth. He prefers you keep a clear head.

Conversely, actions like stealing, pickpocketing, and using chems will rapidly lower Codsworth‘s affinity.

With his old-fashioned values, Codsworth favors selflessness and moral behavior. Make decisions to help others and avoid greed or violence with Codsworth nearby.

Customizing Codsworth‘s Appearance

The Automatron DLC allows you to customize and modify Codsworth‘s appearance by building robot mods. These include:

• Paint jobs – Such as Army green, yellow, blue, red, and more. Add chrome or rust textures as well.
• Arms – Gatling laser, rocket launcher, claws, saw blades, and other tools of destruction.
• Misc Parts – Helicopter rotors, tank treads, radar dishes, and other silly accessories.

Mix and match parts to create a Codsworth that matches your personality. Turn him into a heavy weapons platform or decorate him to be totally ridiculous.

Just know that customizing Codsworth prevents him from equipping hats in the future. Make sure to adorn him in a spiffy bowler before modifying Codsworth if you want to preserve the look.

Codsworth‘s Formidable Combat Capabilities

You might not realize it at first, but Codsworth can absolutely wreck enemies once you unlock his full potential. Here‘s a breakdown of his combat features:

• Buzz Saw – Codsworth‘s saw blade melee arm delivers rapid physical damage. Upgrade its rotation speed for deadly DPS.
• Flamethrower – His short range fire attack devastates groups of weaker foes. Keep him stocked with fuel.
• Damage Resistances – With 95% resistance to poison and radiation, Codsworth shrugs off hazards.
• Tanking Ability – With high HP, defenses, and agility, Codsworth can draw fire while you attack from cover.
• Stealth Detection – Codsworth can see cloaked enemies thanks to enhanced robot sensors.

Against humans, ghouls, and some wildlife, Codsworth can hold his own even late into the game. He mops up packs of weaker enemies easily with his buzz saw shredding limbs and his flamethrower incinerating them.

Against tougher foes, use Codsworth to distract them while you snipe from a distance. With his damage resistances, he survives a pounding while dishing out continuous DPS. Keep him upgraded with advanced robot armor for even higher survivability.

No matter your playstyle, Codsworth remains a versatile battle buddy. He‘s especially valuable early on before you acquire stronger weapons.

Resources for Modifying and Maintaining Codsworth

To keep Codsworth dominating as your companion, you‘ll need to provide him with resources for repairs, fuel, and modifications.

• For armor upgrades, seek out shipments of aluminum, circuitry, and steel.
• Codsworth‘s flamethrower uses fuel to generate heat attacks. Stock up on oil shipments.
• Basic robot repairs require steel, circuitry, and rubber shipments after tough battles.
• Unlocking advanced modifications requires perk investment in the Robotics Expert perk.

I recommend establishing supply lines from settlement workshops early on. Having resources shipped automatically between linked settlements ensures you can maintain Codsworth at peak fighting condition at all times.

Invest perk points into Cap Collector and Local Leader as soon as possible. This allows you to establish more profitable shops and supply lines. Keep Codsworth upgraded with top tier gear and he‘ll be your trusty killing machine companion!

How Codsworth Functions as a Settlement Provisioner

After recruiting Codsworth as a companion, you can assign him as a provisioner to supply trade routes between your settlements.

Provisioners travel between settlements you‘ve linked via supply lines. This shares the resources in the workshop inventory so you can access crafting materials from any connected settlement!

However, Codsworth won‘t actually operate as a provisioner until completing the "Out of Time" main quest in Fallout 4‘s story.

Prior to that, assigning supply lines for Codsworth will make him pack up and carry items, but he‘ll just remain stationary in Sanctuary Hills. Complete "Out of Time" first if you want Codsworth running supply lines properly.

Then connect Sanctuary Hills using the workshop interface. Tap Codsworth in workshop mode and select "Supply Line" to link him between settlements. He‘ll happily haul goods and materials between your bases!

Why You Can‘t Romance Codsworth (Unfortunately)

I‘m sorry to break it to you, but romancing Codsworth is not an option in Fallout 4. As a robot, he does not have romantic affinity scenes programmed.

While companions like Piper, Curie, and Preston can develop into romantic partners, Codsworth remains limited to his platonic butler role.

That doesn‘t stop the internet from shipping Codsworth with the Sole Survivor though! Fan art and fan fiction depicting Codsworth in romantic situations are prevalent online.

But in the actual game, Codsworth will never offer the player a lover‘s embrace. At least he makes up for it with his charming personality and loyalty!

Additional Tips for Traveling with Your Robot Butler

To wrap up this guide, here are some final tips to make the most of your time with Codsworth:

• Take Codsworth on early quests before acquiring better gear. His firepower compensates for your weak starting weapons.

• Equip a bowler hat before modifying Codsworth to permanently preserve the look.

• Choose polite dialogue when Codsworth is nearby to avoid lowering his affinity.

• Quick save often – Codsworth‘s tendency to charge enemies may lead to occasional mishaps!

• Carry extra supplies – Keep oil, steel, circuits, and rubber on hand for Codsworth‘s needs.

• Install mods that enhance robots – Makes Codsworth even more devastating like this one.

With his customizable appearance, specialized combat abilities, and lovable personality, Codsworth stands out among Fallout 4 companions. Understanding his nuances helps you maximize his potential. I hope this guide has covered everything you need to know about outfitting and adventuring with Codsworth!

For more tips be sure to check out my other Fallout 4 guides here on WendellBarlowsGuides.com. Stay safe in the wasteland!