CROSS PlasRail

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (12,541 endorsements) 📥 456,540 downloads 📌 v0.94a 📅 5/25/2016
⚪ Last updated 2016

By Niero · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 8/12/2016 📅 Created: 5/25/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #129 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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In-World Locations:

Fort Strong, in the General's office. Terminal in the cubicle area.

West Boston Federal Survallence Center (Abandoned shack in Glowing Sea), New room near elevator. Terminal in same room.

The institute, Advanced Systems Firing range.

AMMO is crafted at CHEMLAB, trade 100 plasma cartridges and a fusion core for 100 Plasma Cores

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Version notes:

Added New barrel type: Standard Amp

-Standard Amp Increases the damage and explosion size of standard shots.

-Adds 1 second of charge time.

-Adds 25 direct damage and 10 energy damage to help with the standard shot's weak scaling.

-Total of +35 direct hit damage, and +10 explosion damage (before perks).

-Uses a new unique model.

Added new barrel type: Arc Cannon Mk. II

-Direct upgrade to the Arc Cannon.

-Adds a chain effect to shots that can hit multiple targets.

-Build cost requires a significant investment of Nuclear Materal.

Added a new sight type: Reflex w/ Holo + Targeting Hud

-New top end reflex sight that uses reworked targetting hud effect.

Reworked the automatic cores

-Recircular Core is no longer fully automatic, still uses rifleman perk.

-Dual Core now uses the Commando perk and has increased firing speed to go with its full auto.

Removed leveled list records, the weapon is now added to leveled lists via a script.

Added a category specific to the PlasRail for the Cyberlab. (if you have cybernetics, not required)

Added an Ammo crafting recipe for the Cyberlab (if you dont like crafting stuff at the chemlab).

Slight damage nerf (-25 energy damage) to the Arc Cannon.

Reworked the targetting Hud effect:

-Highlights target in green instead of red.

-Minor drain on AP while aiming (4 per second).

Standardized the Core type Synths can spawn with.

-This is to prevent them from winning the RNG lotto and spawning with a godlike combo of mods.

Minor edits to original textures to fix some color inconsistancies.

Added Chrome Style

-Uses index colors

-Works best on darker colors

Swapped some firing sounds around a little bit

-Standard barrel and Disc barrel were swapped

Added Disc Launcher Mk. II Barrel

-This removes the

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

CROSS PlasRail is a weapon mod for Fallout 4 that adds a highly customizable plasma rifle with 5 barrels, 6 internal cores, a working tactical flashlight, and numerous scopes, stocks, and slides. It also features an improved palette system for color customization. With over 12,500 endorsements and 456,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking deep weapon modification.

✨ Key Features

Adds 5 barrels that significantly alter firing mechanics.
Includes 6 internal cores that alter the charge-up behavior.
Features a working tactical flashlight.
Offers a variety of scopes, stocks, and slides for customization.
Includes an improved palette system for color customization.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community favorite with 12,541 endorsements and over 456k downloads.
  • Deep customization with multiple barrels and cores that change how the weapon fires.
  • Working tactical flashlight is a nice touch for dark dungeons and night raids.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2016 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
  • No explicit mention of compatibility with other weapon mods or DLC, so expect potential conflicts.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who love tinkering with weapon mods and want a plasma rifle that feels truly unique. If you enjoy customizing every aspect of your gear and want a reliable, community-tested weapon mod, this is for you. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or minimalistic additions.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Nexus Mods' Vortex to install and manage this mod, as manual installation can be tricky with multiple files.
  • Check the mod's forum posts for user reports on compatibility with your game version and other weapon mods.
  • Test the weapon in a new save or after disabling other weapon mods to avoid conflicts.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Niero
Version
0.94a
Downloads
456,540
Endorsements
12,541
Category
Weapons
Created
5/25/2016
Updated
8/12/2016

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