Alien Assault Rifle
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #207 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mods adds a fully moddable Alien Assault Rifle to the game.
The design is mostly based on the Alien Blaster.
You are able to convert it to a shotgun, sniper rifle, assault rifle, SMG or even a powerful beam rifle.
The mods provide See-Through-Scopes Framework support, as well as an AWKCR version.
For custom animations, see the following mod:
Alien Assault Rifle Animations by Steampunk755, Wardaddy and DrLazlo
The weapon is obtainable from the Alien, just as the Alien Blaster.
Further more, the Alien Assault Rifle may also spawn as a Legendary weapon.
Show-case Videos
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In depth reviews (more complete than the quick showcase videos)
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UPDATE: v1. 5
- Addition of a link to custom animations
Alien Assault Rifle Animations by Steampunk755, Wardaddy and DrLazlo
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UPDATE: v1. 4. 5
- Adds an option to use Valdacil's Item Sorting for naming the weapon.
UPDATE: v1. 4. 4
- Fixes the crafting recipe for the AWKCR version of this mod.
UPDATE: v1. 4. 3
- Bayonet now changes color together with the glow of the rest of the weapon. The impact of the bayonet is adjusted accordingly
- AWKCR version: weapon is no longer unique and is now scrapable.
UPDATE: v1. 4. 2
- Fixed an issue causing crashes when applying a Pink Glow effect to the weapon
- Fixed an issue related to missing textures when using the Black Glow effect.
UPDATE: v1. 4. 1
- Fixed an issue causing crashes in the AWKCR version
UPDATE: v1. 4
- Added the ability to change the color of the metal and the plastic individually. 11 Metal and 10 plastic colors/tints available atm.
- Added the ability to change the glow color of the rifle. 5 Colors available.
- Fixed the flow animation while firing using Fusion Cores or Nuka Cola Quantum.
- Added a recipe to convert Ice Cold Nuka Cola Quantum to Weaponized Nuka Cola Quantum. ICNCQ does not provide any bonuses YET.
UPDATE: v1. 3. 3
- Fixed a full-auto/semi-auto issue when using the damage-reduce options.
UPDATE: v1. 3. 2
- Fixed an issue with the fire rates
- Fixed a potential sound issue
Adds a fully moddable Alien Assault Rifle to Fallout 4, allowing transformation into SMG, AR, Sniper, Shotgun, or Beam Rifle. With over 10k endorsements and 296k downloads, it's a popular weapon mod for players seeking versatile alien tech.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 10,152 endorsements and nearly 300k downloads.
- Versatile weapon mod—one rifle that can become five different weapon types.
- Adds unique alien tech flavor to your arsenal.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017—may have compatibility issues with current game versions or DLC.
- Requires you to invest in modding perks to unlock all transformations.
For Fallout 4 players who want a single, flexible alien weapon that can adapt to any combat situation. Great for role-players and weapon collectors. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or realistic firearms.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check your load order—place this mod after any weapon overhaul mods to avoid conflicts.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM for easy installation and uninstallation.
- Experiment with different mods on the rifle to find your favorite configuration.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- henkspamadres and elgoes
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 296,935
- Endorsements
- 10,152
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/25/2016
- Updated
- 2/2/2017
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