Fallout 4 FPS and Performance Fix
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #25 of 26 Performance mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Fallout 4 FPS and Performance Fix!
What will this mod do?
My mod will help improve performance and increase FPS in Fallout 4. I have gotten 10-35 frames, myself.
How do I install it?
To install this mod, you just manually download the txt file, then follow the instructions in there!
A Conclusion on what it does:
Following the instructions in the txt file, this will change some of the values in the Fallout4Prefs.ini file. It will reduce your render-distance, and more, for a better experience. This mod is recommended for lower spec computers, or anyone using high-end mods.
An extra solution for laggy games:
I found this video to be extra useful for gaming! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnKDPLjbg_I(I like setting mine to 1 minute.)
(Suggestion of video commented by: trojankiller ; Video Author: LooneyGoonX)
Check out my other mods:
https://www.nexusmods.com/newvegas/mods/67809 Fallout New Vegas FPS and Performance Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout3/mods/23932 Fallout 3 FPS and Performance Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout76/mods/491 Fallout 76 FPS and Performance Fix
Fallout 4 FPS and Performance Fix is a performance-oriented mod by SiTheHandsomeGuy, designed to boost FPS and help lower-spec PCs run Fallout 4 more smoothly. With 7,699 endorsements and 145,580 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking performance improvements. Last updated in 2019, it may not be optimized for the latest game patches.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 7,699 endorsements and 145k downloads — clearly works for a lot of people
- Targets lower-spec PCs, so if you're struggling to hit playable frames, this is a solid starting point
- Simple performance fix mod — no complex setup or dependencies to worry about
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019 — might not play nice with the latest game patches or DLC
- Performance gains vary by system — what works for others might not do much for your rig
For Fallout 4 players on lower-end PCs who want a quick, no-fuss performance boost. Also for anyone who's tried other performance mods and wants a popular, community-tested option. Skip if you're on a high-end rig or want detailed control over individual settings.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple mod, just drop it into your Data folder or use a mod manager — no need for complex load order tweaks.
- If you're using other performance mods, try this one alone first to see if it helps before stacking them.
- Check the mod's comments section for user reports on compatibility with the latest game version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- SiTheHandsomeGuy
- Version
- 0.3
- Downloads
- 145,580
- Endorsements
- 7,699
- Category
- Performance
- Created
- 6/19/2019
- Updated
- 6/23/2019
🔧 How to Install Fallout 4 Mods
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