Open Up
⚪ Last updated 2009⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #177 of 420 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod basically removes the lockpicking and hacking minigames from Fallout. While it doesn\'t change which locks you can open or which terminals you can hack (those are still restricted based on the 25/50/75/100 skill level tiers), it allows you to bypass locks and terminals quite quickly. All locks will have a force percentage of 100%. All hacking games will have only 1 word to choose.
Open Up removes the lockpicking and hacking minigames from Fallout, while keeping the skill level restrictions (25/50/75/100) for which locks and terminals you can access. A classic QoL mod from 2009 with 481 endorsements and 14,580 downloads, still relevant for players who find the minigames tedious.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 481 endorsements and over 14k downloads.
- Saves time and frustration for players who hate the minigames.
- Preserves game balance by keeping skill-based restrictions intact.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2009, so it may not be compatible with modern game versions or mods.
- Removing minigames might reduce immersion for players who enjoy the challenge.
For Fallout players who find lockpicking and hacking minigames tedious and just want to bypass them without breaking progression. Skip if you enjoy the minigames or want a more immersive experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2009, check if your game version is compatible before installing.
- If you use other mods that alter lockpicking or hacking, test for conflicts.
- The mod keeps skill requirements, so you still need to invest in Lockpick and Science skills to access higher-level locks.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- Bedurndurn
- Version
- N/A
- Downloads
- 14,580
- Endorsements
- 481
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 7/5/2009
- Updated
- 7/5/2009
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