Kraken - a truly silent sniper rifle

⭐ ⭐ (232 endorsements) 📥 28,817 downloads 📌 v1.1.0 📅 9/2/2025
🟡 Updated this year

By m1klos · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 5/10/2026 📅 Created: 9/2/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ Cyber Engine Tweaks — Cyber Engine Tweaks (CET) Download ↗
2🛠️ RED4ext — RED4ext (native plugin loader) Download ↗
3🛠️ redscript — redscript (scripting framework) Download ↗
4🧩 ArchiveXL — ArchiveXL (archive loader) Download ↗
5🧩 TweakXL — TweakXL (tweak framework) Download ↗
6🧩 Codeware — Codeware (UI framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #112 of 116 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

The Kraken: an iconic Power Sniper rifle capable of penetrating through obstacles without damage reduction. Thanks to the room-temperature super conductor coils, the projectile already reaches Mach 1 in the barrel, where the built-in, computer assisted suppression system can be most effective to counter and muffle the sonic boom, resulting in silent shots. Unparalleled armor penetration! Shots cannot ricochet, and the additional coil system makes the weapon very heavy, decreasing jump height and preventing running, and dodging. The weapon comes with 2 mod slots, and it works with the Kiroshi "Sentry" optics making it straightforward to highlight and shoot enemies through obstacles.

UPDATE: Now it is available with silent sound, thank you zasshou for providing the sound! If you already have the original non-REDmod version installed, uninstall that first, before you install the alternative main file with the silent sound.

What does Truly Silent mean?

Snipers in Cyberpunk 2077 even if they are suppressed, are never entirely silent. If there are other enemies in closer proximity to the one we one-shot kill with a silent sniper rifle, those enemies will instantly initiate combat. This affects all silenced snipers (Overwatch in vanilla game, and all modded silent snipers as well), and this is what makes the sniper nest part of "You Know My Name" main quest in Phantom Liberty so finicky. That is not the case with The Kraken, this sniper is truly silent, if you kill an enemy (still has to be one-shot, or a 2nd shot in sandevistan has to follow very quickly), the bystander enemies will be alerted and start looking for you, but they won't initiate combat (just like it is the case with other non-Sniper silent weapons).

How to obtain?

Once neutralized, it can be looted from Zion Wylde at Uncommon (T2) quality. Alternatively can be bought from Herold Lowe (Petrochem Stadium weapon vendor, Phantom Liberty)

What if I want it 'here and now'?

The console command to get it:

Game. AddToInventory("Items.m1klos_Kraken",1)

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Kraken is a silent Power Sniper rifle mod for Fallout 4 that penetrates obstacles without damage reduction. With 232 endorsements and 28,817 downloads, it's a popular choice for stealth players seeking a powerful, iconic weapon.

✨ Key Features

Silent sniper rifle for stealth gameplay
Penetrates through obstacles without damage reduction
Iconic design

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High download-to-endorsement ratio (28,817 downloads, 232 endorsements) indicates solid community support
  • Unique mechanic: no damage reduction when shooting through obstacles
  • Silent operation fits stealth builds perfectly

⚠️ Cons

  • Only one weapon, so limited variety if you want more than a sniper
  • No mention of balance tweaks or compatibility patches, so may conflict with other weapon mods
🎯 Is This For You?
For stealth-focused Fallout 4 players who want a powerful, silent sniper that can shoot through walls. If you're a collector of unique weapons or enjoy tactical gameplay, this is a must-have. Skip if you prefer loud, run-and-gun playstyles or want a full weapon pack.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Pair with stealth perks and silenced weapon damage bonuses to maximize effectiveness.
  • Use the penetration ability to take out enemies behind cover without exposing yourself.
  • Test the weapon in a safe area to understand its handling and range before relying on it in combat.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
Author
m1klos
Version
1.1.0
Downloads
28,817
Endorsements
232
Category
Weapons
Created
9/2/2025
Updated
5/10/2026

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