Energy Weapon Replacer - AER15

⭐ ⭐ (691 endorsements) 📥 26,981 downloads 📌 v2.1 📅 11/24/2020
🟡 Updated this year

By cyanide4suicide · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/22/2026 📅 Created: 11/24/2020
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #276 of 337 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

AboutThis mod replaces vanilla laser guns, institute guns, and/or laser muskets into Utherien's AER15 weapon mod

Replaced weapons will spawn with the following modifications:

  • []All replaced weapons will be named "AER15" in-game and will follow the instance naming conventions

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random low-tier receiver (General Atomics Mk1, General Atomics Mk2 mod 0, General Atomics Mk2 mod 1)

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random barrel

    []Institute weapons have a chance of spawning with the Prototype Quad Barrel

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random grip

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random stock

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random magazine

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random scope/sight

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random beam modifier (Amplifier, Splitter, or none)

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random foregrip

    []Replaced weapons may spawn with a left rail flashlight

    []Replaced weapons may spawn with a right rail laser

    []Replaced weapons may spawn with a top rail laser

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random fire mode (Semi-auto or Automatic)

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with a random wavelength modifier

    []Replaced weapons will spawn with the Default skin

  • Institute weapons will spawn with the Institute skin

    Optional plugins are included that completely override Super Mutant leveled lists and gives them either melee weapons, miniguns, or missile launchers. Place the Super Mutant Leveled List Override esp very low in your load order to allow it to win any leveled list conflicts

    Installation1. Download and install: AER15 Modern Laser Assault Rifle by Utherien - https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/mods/47159

    2. Make sure the esp for that mod is activated and all the assets from it are in your Fallout 4 data folder

    3. Install this mod. Select the replacers you want in the installer and click finish

    Troubleshooting
    1. Place the replacer esp(s) lower or last in your load order. It's possible you have another mod activated that is overwriting the replacer data or your mod manager is auto sorting the esp's in a poor configuration

    2. If an NPC/Companion weapon is broken, you can individually update them by entering the console, selecting the NPC, and entering the "Resurrect" console command. You will have to do this one-by-one for each NPC. If the NPC/Companion isn't equipping their replaced weapon after the resurrect command, open the console, select them, then enter the "openactorcontainer 1" console command. You can use this console command to view their inventory and force them to equip their repla

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Energy Weapon Replacer - AER15 swaps several vanilla weapons with Utherien's AER15 mod, giving your arsenal a fresh sci-fi look. With 691 endorsements and nearly 27k downloads, it's a popular cosmetic overhaul for Fallout 4 players who want more variety without adding new weapons.

✨ Key Features

Replaces a variety of vanilla weapons with Utherien's AER15 weapon mod
Cosmetic overhaul that changes the appearance of existing weapons
Popular choice with 691 endorsements and 26,981 downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 691 endorsements and nearly 27k downloads—clearly a fan favorite
  • Simple concept: swaps vanilla weapons for the AER15 model, so you get a fresh look without cluttering your inventory
  • Lightweight and focused—does one thing and does it well

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is bare-bones—no list of which weapons are replaced, so you'll have to test in-game
  • Last updated January 2026, but no guarantee it works with the latest game patches or other weapon mods
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who want a quick visual refresh on their weapons without adding new ones. If you're tired of the same old laser rifles and want a sleeker sci-fi look, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for new gameplay mechanics or need detailed documentation.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have Utherien's AER15 weapon mod installed first—this replacer depends on it, even though it's not listed as a requirement.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage load order—it'll save you headaches if you have other weapon mods.
  • Test in-game after installing to see which vanilla weapons are affected—the description doesn't list them, so you'll need to check your inventory.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
cyanide4suicide
Version
2.1
Downloads
26,981
Endorsements
691
Category
Weapons
Created
11/24/2020
Updated
1/22/2026

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