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In this video, the creator, Way Landers Wanderer, provides a comprehensive guide on modding Fallout 4, focusing on improving game performance, visuals, and mechanics. Key points include the use of Mod Organizer 2 (MO2) for mod management and avoiding other managers like Vortex or Nexus Mod Manager, beginning with a clean install. Essential setup steps are outlined, such as installing the ENB series and Fallout 4 Script Extender (F4SE) along with the High FPS Physics Fix to enhance load times and game stability.
Numerous mods are recommended to enhance visuals, including the Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch for bug fixes, various texture packs like Architect Texture Pack and Vivid Fallout All-in-One, and detailed texture enhancements for specific elements such as power armor, blood effects, and environmental textures. Mods by Luxor, Jester, and others are highlighted for significant visual improvements, including realistic water, leaf, and cloud textures.
Performance-enhancing mods like Previs Bins Repair Pack Light (prpfx), which fixes previs and pre-combines, and Console Utilities for modders are discussed. Additionally, mods improving user interface, immersive elements, and gameplay mechanics, such as the Floating Damage Text and the FOV Slider, are recommended.
Horizon 1.9.4, a major overhaul mod, is emphasized, with detailed instructions on correct installation and load order to ensure compatibility and optimal performance. Specific mods compatible with Horizon are also covered, such as Fast Start for skipping the prologue, and enhancements like Fusion Core power drain adjustments and night vision improvements for power armor. Throughout, the importance of the correct load order and careful configuration is stressed to achieve the best results.
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In this segment of the video, the creator, Way Landers Wanderer, addresses requests to go over his mod list for Fallout 4 and how to install Horizon along with the associated load order. He begins by emphasizing the need for Mod Organizer 2 (MO2) for proper support, warning against using Vortex or Nexus Mod Manager. He recommends starting with a clean install of Fallout 4 and suggests not updating to the Next Gen version.
He proceeds to detail the essential mod settings, starting with the ENB (Enhanced Natural Beauty) mod, specifically the “Grim wolf Institute ASD preset” found in Grim’s miscellaneous files. Instructions include downloading ENB series version 496 and extracting the necessary dll files into the Fallout 4 directory.
Next, he explains installing the High FPS Physics Fix, which requires the Fallout 4 Script Extender (F4SE). He guides viewers to download the necessary build of F4SE, extract and copy the files into the Fallout 4 folder, and then install the High FPS Physics Fix by following a similar process. He advises on tweaking settings in the INI file such as disabling VSync for G-Sync monitors to improve load screen speeds.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses settings and optimizations for achieving faster loading times and better performance in Fallout 4. They suggest enabling the ‘disable animation on loading screen’ setting for quicker load times and setting the maximum game FPS to match the monitor’s refresh rate. They also talk about increasing the FPS during loading screens to speed up loading times but caution about potential risks of crashes. The segment concludes with an overview of essential mods for Fallout 4. Key mods mentioned include the Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch, which fixes numerous bugs, and the HUD Framework for a better interface. Additionally, they discuss using various retexture mods to enhance game visuals, emphasizing the importance of load order to prioritize preferred textures.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various mods used to enhance textures in Fallout 4. They mention multiple texture packs, beginning with one that serves as a general catch-all for elements not covered by other mods. The speaker highlights the Architect Texture Pack from Horizon, NMC’s Texture Pack known for its quality in New Vegas and Fallout 4, and Vivid Fallout All-in-One, which is essential for several other mods and provides substantial improvements.
The speaker also stresses the importance of having Vivid Rocks and Vivid Fallout Complex Parallax Occlusion, noting that these mods require an updated ENB series to achieve a more realistic appearance, especially for elements like leaves, rocks, and ground textures. Next, they introduce the Vivid Power Armor Frame mod, which enhances the texture of power armor frames to match the upgraded armor.
Other significant mods mentioned include Langley’s HD Textures Workshop, VAS’s High Resolution Texture Pack 2K and 4K, and Flack and Oil’s Complete Retexture Project, each addressing different overlooked textures in the game to provide a more immersive experience. Finally, they touch on the Enhanced Blood Textures mod, which updates the game’s outdated blood textures to look more realistic.
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In this segment of the video, the creator discusses several mods they have installed for Fallout 4. They start with blood splatter effects, mentioning the realistic and gritty impact of headshots near walls. They then touch on the “Visible Galaxy 4K and framework” mod, installed as a prerequisite for another mod. The “Natural Mom” preset is highlighted for creating a natural-looking character. “Dread Deathclaw 4K” by Luxor is introduced, enhancing deathclaw textures, followed by “Luxor Verte Birds 4K,” which significantly improves the visuals of Verte bird interiors and exteriors, including ray tracing-like reflections.
Next, the “Real Water HD for EN2” mod by Luxor is mentioned, with a preference for murkier, realistic water textures. The creator discusses two mods by Jester: “Jester’s Better Ammo,” which enhances ammo box textures, and “Jester’s Better Destroyed Vehicles,” making destroyed vehicles look significantly better. The “Mod Configuration Menu” by Registrator2000 is noted for its necessity in adjusting settings for other mods. Another useful mod highlighted is one allowing the placement of objects anywhere in settlements, enhancing customization and alignment. Lastly, the mod “Rosary” by Doodlum is praised for its highly detailed black asphalt road textures, despite potential lore inconsistencies.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses a variety of mods for Fallout 4. The mods by Savon X cover aspects not included in other mods, enhancing the game’s detail. Luxir’s screen space reflections add ray tracing-like reflective surfaces, improving immersion. Vivid Fallout enhances quarry textures, making them more realistic and weathered. Lush Landscapes, including the dead edition, offers visually improved, lore-friendly textures for grass. Leaf Piles Improve mod by Oin makes leaf piles look more realistic. Flect’s Better LOD improves distant object details in a vanilla game setup. X-ray’s Clouds HD bc7 mod enhances cloud textures, making them more realistic. The No More Fake Puddles mod by Crystal39208 removes unrealistic puddle reflections that ENB could not handle well. Console Utilities by fudgyduff adds features for modders and is necessary for certain mods. Lastly, the Fast Start Skip Sanctuary mod is briefly mentioned.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various mods compatible with Horizon 1.9.4 for Fallout 4. They introduce a Fast Start mod that skips the prologue, Persistent Volume Sliders for avoiding copyright issues, and the Address Library for f4se plugins necessary for other mods. They explain the Previs Bins Repair Pack Light (prpfx) which improves game performance by fixing broken previs and pre-combines. The FOV Slider and Player Height mod allows adjustments to player height and field of view. An unavailable mod, Enhanced Flickering Fire Light, improves firelight realism. The Floating Damage Text mod shows damage numbers on screen, similar to Fallout 76. Lastly, the Power Armor Night Vision mod aids visibility in dark areas caused by ENB settings, crucial for better viewing on compressed YouTube videos and low-end mobile devices.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various mods for power armor in Fallout 4, specifically focusing on Fusion Core power drain and night vision improvements. The Fusion Core power drain mod is not used because the existing drain is already significant. The speaker mentions a “blur fix for Power Armor night vision” by jimy Boy 321 to counteract the blurring effect. Additionally, a “longer headlamp light distance” mod is recommended for enhancing visibility.
The segment also covers the Horizon mod version 1.9.4 D, emphasizing the importance of correct installation and load order. Specific steps are provided to ensure Horizon and its dependencies are correctly sorted in the load order, particularly mentioning the placement of texture packs and other mods. The speaker concludes with advice on setting up Horizon and references Horizon’s installation page for further details.