Treasure Maps_ A Fist Full of Caps
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #57 of 117 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod is similar to my Treasure Maps mods for Oblivion. The idea is to give the player the ability to find buried treasure by following the clues on treasure maps. There are 18 treasure maps in this first version. On each of the maps is the location of buried treasure. Once you find a treasure map simply look at it in the notes section of your Pipboy. Follow the clues on the maps to locate the treasure. Look in the area indicated on the map for a disturbed patch of dirt. Search the dirt to find the treasure. The maps include many types of puzzles & riddles for the player to solve. Some are easy & some are more difficult. The treasures include caps, weapons, ammo, armor etc.. The items are useful but not overpowering. I have scattered the treasure maps throughout the game world for the player to find. I have also included a readme file with the locations of all the maps. So you can go after the treasures right away or you can find them on your own as you play the game. Although I have created many mods for Oblivion, this is my first mod for Fallout3. PLease be patient if there are any mistakes or problems let me know by adding a comment. INSTALLATION: Extract the zip file to your Fallout3/Data folder. Remember to check the esm in the data files menu. I assume you guys know about the ini thing. But if not, if this is your first mod installation on Fallout 3, you must do this before installing any mod, or they won\'t work : Go to \"My Documents\", you should find the \"My Games\" folder with \"Fallout3\" in. In this folder, open the \"FALLOUT. INI\" with the notepad and search for the line : \"bInvalidateOlderFiles=0\" you need to change the \"0\" to \"1\" and save.
Treasure Maps: A Fist Full of Caps adds treasure maps to Fallout 3, guiding players to buried loot like weapons, ammo, books, and caps. A separate readme lists map locations. With 660 endorsements and 14,232 downloads, this classic quest mod remains a popular addition for explorers.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 660 endorsements and over 14k downloads.
- Adds a scavenger hunt element to exploration, rewarding thorough players.
- Simple concept that fits the Fallout 3 vibe perfectly.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008 — may have compatibility issues with modern setups or DLC.
- Treasure locations are in a readme, which spoils the mystery if you read it.
For Fallout 3 explorers who enjoy treasure hunts and want extra reasons to scour the wasteland. Perfect for completionists who like collecting unique loot. Skip if you prefer story-driven quests or need modern mod manager support.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod files in your Fallout 3 Data folder and enable the .esp in the launcher.
- Use the readme only if you're stuck — the maps themselves are the real challenge.
- Check the mod's comments section for any known issues with Windows 10/11 or mod managers.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- Kevin
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 14,232
- Endorsements
- 660
- Category
- Quests and Adventures
- Created
- 12/24/2008
- Updated
- 12/24/2008
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