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00:00:00 – 00:10:36
The YouTube video discusses the Fallout 4 Next Gen update and its impact on mods, particularly those using f4se. The speaker anticipates mod disruptions but expresses excitement for a new playthrough. They touch on popular mods like the companion infinite ammo and improved map mods. Various gameplay-enhancing mods are highlighted, emphasizing their importance. The speaker discusses a mod that bypasses Charisma perks for settlement features and advises caution in selecting mods for future compatibility. Viewers are encouraged to follow the speaker's Twitch stream for more content.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the upcoming Fallout 4 Next Gen update that is expected to break many mods, particularly those relying on f4se (Fallout 4 Script Extender). Bethesda has not released full details, but it’s anticipated that numerous mods will be affected by the update. Modders using f4se will likely face issues as it may not work initially, prompting volunteers to fix it. The exact timeframe for these fixes is uncertain since volunteers don’t have early access to the update. Despite potential mod disruptions, the speaker is excited to begin a new live stream playthrough once the Next Gen update is live.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the popularity of the game due to the recent TV show and the spikes in concurrent players on Steam. They mention preparing a build plan and creating a backstory for roleplay elements. The focus shifts to mod selection, specifically mentioning the breakage of some mods based on F4 SE. The speaker highlights finding Quality of Life mods that do not alter gameplay significantly, like the companion infinite ammo mod and the improved map mod. The companion infinite ammo mod simplifies micromanaging by ensuring companions’ default weapons have infinite ammo and any gifted guns work the same way. The improved map mod enhances visibility on the Pit Boy map for easier navigation. The speaker expresses optimism that these mods should still work for the Next Gen update following future patches.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various mods for the game. They mention a mod that improves NPC behavior in doorways, a mod that extends power line reach, a faster terminal display mod, Rich Merchants mod providing more caps to vendors, a copyright-free Diamond City radio replacer for content creators, and a mod addressing settlement limitations for low charisma players. The speaker urges for updates to certain mods and emphasizes the importance of these mods for gameplay experience.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the content focuses on a mod that allows access to settlement features without heavy investment in the Charisma perk tree. The speaker mentions testing the mod and expresses some skepticism about its compatibility with the Next Gen update. They also advise caution when selecting mods on Nexus, suggesting to choose ones with no dependencies and recent user activity to increase the likelihood of survival post-update. The speaker concludes by inviting viewers to follow their Twitch stream for their upcoming playthrough.