Companion Command and Tactics
⚪ 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
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #48 of 77 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds keys for shouting to your companion from wherever you are, letting you position your companions, switch up their equipment and be a lot more tactical in your fights.
Keys (configurable):
G - Command Companion H - Toggle Hold / Follow (independent of Follow/Stay via dialogue, so don't use both together) Shift-G - Tactics: Select companion distance (Close, Medium , Far) Ctrl-G - Open Companion InventoryCompanion tactics were originally part of the game but was cut from Fallout 4. Why? I don't know! Perhaps there wasn't enough space with just four dialogue options. There are recorded lines for requesting companions to stay back, attack on sight, etc. Unfortunately Bethesda didn't get around to getting everybody to record their lines.
I've restored this. You'll be able to change tactics with all companions via hotkey, and you'll get special voiced responses from Codsworth, Paladin Danse, Curie, Deacon, X6-88, Cait, Preston Garvey and Strong. Some of them prefer certain combat styles over others.
Requirements:
Mod Configuration Menu
Installation:
Install with your preferred mod manager, or copy the files in the download to your Fallout 4 Data folder for a manual install.
Note that Companion Command is a script-only mod - there is no plugin to activate!
Assign keys to your desired actions in the MCM menu.
Recommended:
Talking about tactics - Bethesda made some very poor decisions regarding companion distance when you enter stealth. I highly recommend using Companion Stealth Distance Fix by spacefiddle in conjunction with this mod for a better companion experience. The mod will prevent your companions from rushing up to you and overriding whatever distance orders you've given them when you enter stealth.
Companion Command and Tactics lets you shout commands to companions with a hotkey, no aiming needed. Position them, switch equipment, and restore cut tactics like 'stay close.' For Fallout 4 players wanting more tactical control, this mod has 4,401 endorsements and 251,779 downloads.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 4,401 endorsements and 251,779 downloads show it's a go-to for many.
- Hotkey commands mean no more fiddly aiming at companions mid-combat—just shout and they obey.
- Restoring cut tactics adds depth for players who want smarter companion behavior.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017—might have compatibility issues with newer game patches or DLC.
- No detailed instructions or feature list in the description, so you'll have to figure out hotkeys and setup in-game.
- Only covers companion commands and tactics; if you want full companion overhaul, this won't do that.
For Fallout 4 players who want more tactical control over companions without aiming at them. Great for those who use companions as frontline fighters and need quick positioning. Skip if you're looking for a full companion AI overhaul—this is focused on commands and tactics.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Assign the hotkey in the mod's settings menu to avoid conflicts with your usual keys.
- Test the 'stay close' tactic in a safe area to see how it affects companion behavior in combat.
- If you use other companion mods, load this one after them to ensure command overrides work.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- registrator2000
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 251,779
- Endorsements
- 4,401
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 4/9/2016
- Updated
- 9/9/2017
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