Fatigue - Enhanced Combat Realism

⭐ ⭐ (967 endorsements) 📥 221,639 downloads 📌 v1.3.0 📅 10/23/2022
⚪ Last updated 2023

By Zzyxzz · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/28/2023 📅 Created: 10/23/2022
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #42 of 64 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Enhanced Combat Realism

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What is Fatigue - Enhanced Combat Realism

If you dislike the static feeling when pointing your gun at an enemy, this mod is for you!

Fatigue - ECR removes the the static aim behavior when using guns. Your character stats influence your gun handling and will improve it, the more you invest in it. The weight of your gun, now slowly drains your Action Points, while aiming and handling the recoil. The lower your Action Points fall, the wobble of your weapon will increase.

Stats influence

gameplay

Strength

Reduces the wobble effect, when your Action Points gets less.

Agility

Reduces the amount, which is drained from your Action Points.

(Agility also increases the amount of Action Points.)

Both stats won't have any impact, when your Action Points are fully depleted. Manage your Action Points with care!

Settings

This mod also features a Mod Configuration Menu and allows you tweak this mod to your liking!

Don't like the recoil handling feature? Turn it off!

Do you only want a slight wobble, so that weapons don't feel static anymore? Tweak the wobble settings to make it perfect for you!

You can also tweak the recoil settings seperate for Laser/Plasma and Flamer.

Feel free to give feedback and what settings you would like to see added or changed!

Power Armor

This mod also works with Power Armor and also has a seperate settings tab with modifiers for the wobble effect and AP drain, while wearing Power Armor.

Aim Wobble

Nearly full AP - very light wobble

Almost out of AP - increased wobble

Recoil

Shooting a weapon causes recoil and will affect Action points. The more you shoot, the less steady your we

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Fatigue - Enhanced Combat Realism removes static gun aiming, making character stats affect gun handling and improving it with investment. Gun weight slowly drains Action Points while aiming. A popular immersion mod with 967 endorsements and 221,639 downloads, last updated in January 2023.

✨ Key Features

Removes static aim behavior when using guns
Character stats influence gun handling and improve with investment
Gun weight slowly drains Action Points while aiming

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 967 endorsements and over 221k downloads
  • Adds meaningful depth to combat by tying aim stability to stats
  • Simple concept that changes gunplay feel without overhauling the whole game

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated January 2023 — may be outdated for current game versions
  • Requires understanding of game's stat system to fully benefit
🎯 Is This For You?
For immersion-focused players who want gunplay to feel more realistic and skill-based. Also for those who find static aiming too arcadey and want stats to matter in combat. Skip if you prefer fast-paced, arcade-style shooting without stat penalties.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's page for any required game patches or updates, as it was last updated in 2023.
  • Test the mod in a low-stakes save to see how the Action Point drain affects your playstyle.
  • Invest in relevant stats early to offset the aim penalty and make gun handling smoother.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Zzyxzz
Version
1.3.0
Downloads
221,639
Endorsements
967
Category
Immersion
Created
10/23/2022
Updated
1/28/2023

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