Better Children Face Mesh and Presets

⭐ ⭐ (752 endorsements) 📥 20,089 downloads 📌 vv1.3 📅 6/2/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By Elwin · Body, Face, and Hair

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 11/2/2020 📅 Created: 6/2/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗
3📦 Custom Playable Children Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #19 of 93 Body, Face, and Hair mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

New face presets for children:

Whether you dislike the Vanilla faces or like to have some variety, this mod will give you a wider range of customization by adding 3 new fully morph-able face options per gender as a baseline. These faces were re-shaped based on immersion and looks; less rounded faces due to mal-nutrition and different, more diverse looks give a more realistic view of the children of the Fallout universe.

Face replacement for vanilla children:

As of version v1. 2, you can now use Vortex or FOMOD to select one of the three re-shaped faces to replace all children in the game with; additionally, you can replace the ugly curved eyebrows vanilla boys use with something more natural-looking. The vanilla replacements do not require Custom Playable Children.

How it works:

This is not a LooksMenu presets mod, this mod goes deeper and re-shapes the mesh of the face directly to allow further customization with the in-game tools. To accomplish this, I used Custom Playable Children's presets and re-placed the vanilla mesh paths to my modded meshes.

How to use:

Once you have installed this mod, you can customize your character by opening the console and typing the command "slm 14" (without quotes) and swapping the meshes in this mod by pressing "A" and/or "D" in your keyboard or the bumpers if you're using a controller.

The default preset when you open the customization menu should have the vanilla mesh, while the next presets to the right (by pressing "D") should cycle through the 3 modded presets; these are the only 3 slots I used so moving forward through the rest of the presets will either have an adult face mesh or a vanilla child face mesh.

Future plans:

If people like these presets:

- I will release options to replace the faces of all vanilla children with them.

- I will make more presets for more diversity.

- I will customize some "notable children" a bit further for a more unique look.

Recommended mods:

Hair for Children, by Abbalovesyou

Children of Fallout, by Eidolon80

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Suggestions and feedback are welcome!

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod reshapes children's face meshes for a more immersive and varied look, and integrates with Custom Playable Children by Abbalovesyou. With 752 endorsements and 20,089 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic enhancement for players seeking more realistic child NPCs.

✨ Key Features

Reshapes the mesh of children for a more immersive and varied look.
Adds the same re-shaped meshes for use with Custom Playable Children by Abbalovesyou.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 752 endorsements and over 20k downloads.
  • Directly compatible with Custom Playable Children, expanding its utility.
  • Aims to improve immersion with more varied child appearances.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in November 2020 — may be outdated for current game versions.
  • Requires Custom Playable Children for full functionality, adding an extra dependency.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want more realistic and varied child NPCs without overhauling the whole game. Also for fans of Custom Playable Children who want matching meshes. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes — this is purely cosmetic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install this mod and let it overwrite the original child meshes.
  • Make sure to load this mod after Custom Playable Children in your load order to ensure the meshes apply correctly.
  • Check the mod's posts section for any compatibility notes with other child appearance mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Elwin
Version
v1.3
Downloads
20,089
Endorsements
752
Category
Body, Face, and Hair
Created
6/2/2020
Updated
11/2/2020

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