Realistic Damage Mod
⚪ Last updated 2011⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.9% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #239 of 420 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This very little mod makes the not-melee weapons\' damage more realistic. It multiplies the damage differently in every body part: Head: 100x (3x for behemoth) Torso: different for every creature (4x to 8x) legs: different for every creature (max 2x) arms: different for every creature (max 2x) (it\'s different in every creature) PS:The mod WORK ON THE PLAYER TOO,so a shot on your head will kill you. PPS:The companions will die easily The Dlc addons modify ONLY the Dlc gameplay,so you can use them with the only-fo3 version I will add the melee-weapon mod -BUGS- The flies\'attack become powerful -REQUIRIMENT- -fomm HERE YOU CAN FIND THE NEW VEGAS VERSION: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=44404 SORRY FOR THE BAD ENGLISH:I AM ITALIAN
Realistic Damage Mod by Getaway1 adjusts weapon damage values to be more realistic, making combat more lethal. It is compatible with all official DLC. With 93 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads, it's a niche gameplay mod for players seeking a more grounded experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Over 10,000 downloads shows it's got a solid following
- Compatible with all official DLC, so no worries about breaking your game
- Simple concept: just makes damage more realistic, no bloat
⚠️ Cons
- Only 93 endorsements, so it's not exactly a community favorite
- Last updated in 2011, so it might not work with the latest game patches
- No details on how damage values were changed, so you're going in blind
For players who want a more hardcore, realistic combat experience where a few shots can take you down. If you're tired of bullet sponges and want a quick tweak to damage, this might be for you. Skip if you want a comprehensive overhaul or if you're playing on a heavily modded setup where compatibility could be an issue.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2011, make sure to check if it's compatible with your game version before installing.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it through that to keep track of it easily.
- Test the damage changes in a low-stakes save first to see if the realism is to your liking.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- Getaway1
- Version
- N/A
- Downloads
- 10,389
- Endorsements
- 93
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 10/14/2011
- Updated
- 10/18/2011
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