Gauss Rifle Hi-Res Retexture
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #67 of 313 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
High quality texture replacement for the Gauss rifle.
If you want to use for EVE with the glowing bits, download as normal. If you do not want any glowing parts download the optional file.
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- Credits
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- Model: Bethesda
- Re-texture: ChristopherWallace
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- INSTALLATION
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- Drag and drop the 'data' folder into your FO3 and/or FNV directory
- REAPPLY Archive Invalidation
Please do not redistribute/reupload without my permission.
A high-resolution retexture for the Gauss Rifle in Fallout 4, created by ChristopherWallace. It replaces the original weapon texture with a new, more detailed version. With over 1,000 endorsements and 23,000 downloads, this is a popular cosmetic upgrade for players who want a fresh look for their Gauss Rifle.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,063 endorsements and nearly 24k downloads
- Simple drop-in retexture—no gameplay changes, just a fresh look
- Lightweight and compatible with most load orders
⚠️ Cons
- No screenshots or detailed description—you're flying blind on the visual result
- Last updated in 2015, so it may not be optimized for current game patches
- Only covers the Gauss Rifle—don't expect any other weapon overhauls
For Fallout 4 players who want a quick visual upgrade to the Gauss Rifle without messing with gameplay. If you're a texture junkie or just tired of the vanilla look, this is a low-risk add. Skip if you're looking for weapon rebalances or new models—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no load order worries.
- If you're using other Gauss Rifle mods, check if they also alter textures to avoid conflicts.
- Make sure you have the game's HD texture pack installed if you want the full effect, but it's not required.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- ChristopherWallace
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 23,992
- Endorsements
- 1,063
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/14/2015
- Updated
- 4/14/2015
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