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Looking for that shiny fungus in the wasteland? Here’s where to find Glowing Fungus in Fallout 76 without much effort.
Fallout 76 is an open-world action role-playing video game developed by Bethesda Game Studios and released in 2018. Set in a post-apocalyptic world following a nuclear war, the game takes place in West Virginia, where players must rebuild civilization and survive against hostile creatures and factions.
One of the unique aspects of Fallout 76 is its inclusion of a wide variety of plants that players can harvest and use for various purposes. These plants are found throughout the game world and can be used for crafting, cooking, or even as a source of healing.
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Where to find Glowing Fungus in Fallout 76
In the wilds of Appalachia, identifying edible vegetation can be a challenge. You’ll find all sorts of colorful flora dotting the landscape, but not all are tasty. Thankfully, Glowing Fungus is a bright green beacon that’s easy to spot, and plenty of it can be had.
This luminescent shroom grows in large clusters throughout the game world, offering a bountiful harvest to any intrepid scavenger. To find Glowing Fungus, keep your eyes peeled in these areas:
- The river near FlatwoodWhere To Find Glowing Fungus In Fallout 76
- A tunnel and roads between Watoga and Abandoned Bog Town
- Around the Abandoned Waste Dump
- The Carson Family Bunker
But for the most fruitful hunt, head to Flatwoods, where you’ll find nearly 50 of these glowy delights waiting for you. Plus, it’s an easy spot to return to, thanks to quick travel options from Vault 76.
Glowing Fungus Recipes: What’s for Dinner?
Let’s say you find Glowing Fungus in Fallout 76. Now what? Well, the Glowing Fungus isn’t just a pretty sight — it’s also a versatile ingredient you can use in culinary creations. And while some dishes offer a tantalizing taste, others boast the added benefit of being able to cure your ails. Here are just a few of the many items that you can craft with Glowing Fungus:
- Bloatfly Loaf
- Detoxing Slave
- Disease Cure (Cranberry Bog)
- Disease Cure (The Mire)
- Glowing Fungus Pureé
- Glowing Fungus Soup
- Healing Salve (The Mire)
- RadAway
Fallout 76 is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.