First Person Messages
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #28 of 64 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description & Lunatic Ravings
Does it take you out of the game when you get a message in the upper-left hand corner of the screen and it is in third person?
"You are carrying too much.", "You aren't strong enough to do that.", "Your family hates you.", "You're fat."
Well, fear not! This little mod changes the messages you get to first person. Never again shall you have the game telling you what you are and what you are doing. Now you will think these messages to yourself.
"The Brotherhood hates me.", "I'm hungry.", "<sigh> I'm still fat."
With this update I was able to find a lot of the missing messages that I had been looking for. No STRING files were abused or otherwise penetrated for this functionality. I will be doing a full update when the GECK drops in April to clean up any issues that I may come across with this mod.
This mod was inspired by "Think To Yourself Messages" for Skyrim by VorpalBlades. None of VorpalBlades' resources were used or harmed in the making of this mod. Built by me with FO4Edit.
Simply download and install with NMM. Place at the bottom on your load order.
To Update from 0. 9 to 1. 0
Simply uninstall version 0. 9 and install version 1. 0. Easy peasy.
To Update from 1. 0 to 1. 1
Simply uninstall version 1. 0 and install version 1. 1. So easy a Fallout fan could do it.
To Update from 1. 1 to 1. 2
Same as above.
To Update from 1. 2 to 2. 0
Uninstall all previous versions of First Person Messages. Install version 2. 0. Must have all DLC installed. Gage loved that.
Q: Will this mod destroy my game?
A: Not that I know of. No FormID's were modified, only messages. As with all mods, use at your own risk.
Q: Where does this go in my load order?
A: At the bottom. As low as possible. So low that it isn't even part of your load order anymore.
Q: Does this work with Full Dialogue Interface/Valdacil's Item Sorting/AWKCR?
A: Sho nuff. I use these mods and have tested my mod with them. They work fine.
Q: I hate this. It's stupid/unfinished/ridiculous/idiotic/too fancy. Can I uninstall this at any time?
A: I've installed and uninstalled this mod several dozen times. It hasn't harmed my savegame yet. Ya jerk.
Q: Why am I still getting some third-person messages? Are you like a moron or something?
A: I am definitely a moron. But, there were some messages that I couldn't find with the current set of tools. There are some popup messages that do not reside in the "Message" header in xEdit. Once the GECK drops and we have full functionality of FO4Edit then I should be able to complete this out. Ot
First Person Messages is a simple immersion mod that changes the game's message notifications to first-person phrasing. With 2,459 endorsements and 294,935 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tweak for players who want a more personal feel. Last updated in 2018, it remains a stable choice for those seeking a subtle narrative shift.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,459 endorsements and nearly 300k downloads
- Tiny mod that does exactly what it says—no bloat, just first-person messages
- Works for immersion lovers who want a quick narrative tweak without overhauling the game
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—might not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Only changes message text, so if you're expecting more immersion features, this won't deliver
For roleplayers and immersion enthusiasts who want the game to speak directly to them. If you're a modder looking for a simple, proven base to build on, this is a solid pick. Skip if you want gameplay changes or visual overhauls—this is purely a text tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple text replacement, make sure you load it after any mods that might alter the same messages to avoid conflicts.
- If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate—no need for manual file placement.
- Test in a new game or after loading a save to see the changed messages immediately.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- rustedmill
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 294,935
- Endorsements
- 2,459
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 3/13/2016
- Updated
- 11/22/2018
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