Animated Wasteland Trees
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #63 of 89 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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This mod was play tested and confirmed working in fallout 3 by Linygami
What does this mod do?
Across fallout 3 you will find Wasteland trees which are now animated. their branches sway as if they are being hit with a slight breeze -
the mod has two versions for you to pick. one uses the animations in the video and the other uses a less pronounced set.
Animated Assets-
nvsassafrasdead01.nif
nvsassafrasdead02.nif
nvsassafrasdead03.nif
nvsassafrasdead04.nif
nvsassafrasdead05.nif
treewastelandbranchpile01.nif
treewastelandbranchpile02.nif
treewastelandevergreen03.nif
treewastelandevergreen04.nif
treewastelandhardwood01.nif
treewastelandhardwoodlog01.nif
credits/thanks
Nexus community
Screenshot and header image by Linygami
obsidian/bethesda
Blender nif extentsion
Geck extender
Animates dead trees across Fallout's wasteland, adding subtle life to the barren landscape. A lightweight visual enhancement for players who want more atmospheric movement without major gameplay changes. With 261 endorsements and 12,378 downloads, it's a modestly popular cosmetic mod.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 261 endorsements and over 12k downloads
- Adds subtle life to the wasteland without changing gameplay
- Simple concept that fits the game's atmosphere
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021 — may not be compatible with the latest Fallout version
- Only affects dead trees, so the effect is limited in scope
For Fallout players who want a bit more visual dynamism in the wasteland without overhauling the game. If you're into atmospheric tweaks and don't mind a small, focused change, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for major content or gameplay alterations.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple mod, just drop the files into your Data folder and activate it in your mod manager.
- Check if your game version is up to date, as the mod hasn't been updated since 2021.
- If you use other environment mods, test for conflicts by loading a save near dead trees.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- Ashens2014
- Version
- V1
- Downloads
- 12,378
- Endorsements
- 261
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 7/12/2021
- Updated
- 7/12/2021
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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