FO4LODGen Resources
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #10 of 15 Modders Resources and Tutorials mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Instructions
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[]Download and install archive via the FOMod installer as usual with a mod manager.
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]Generate object and terrain LOD with FO4LODGen.[]Unless otherwise noted below, there is no hard requirement for the plugins that define unused LOD models and the FO4LODGen - Main.ba2 to be loaded in the game. However, if you notice flickering LOD textures or other odd behavior keep them in the load order.
FO4LODGen.esp + FO4LODGen - Main.ba2
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[]Define unused LOD models for Fallout 4 for object LOD generation with FO4LODGen.
[]Unset No LOD Water flag from Commonwealth 4,1 for terrain LOD generation with FO4LODGen.
[]Updated and fixed LOD meshes that had UV out of bounds errors.
[]Updated materials for trees for use with "Use Backlight Power" option for object LOD generation with FO4LODGen. Useful for trees that still have leafs, like the pre-war maples.
FO4LODGen-HighTrees.esp
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[]Assign unused more detailed tree LOD meshes to more LOD levels. Needs to load after FO4LODGen.esp
FO4LODGen-FullModelLOD.esp
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[]Define full models for LOD for Fallout 4 for LOD generation with FO4LODGen. This example adds the partitions to the elevated highways. Using full models as LOD can severely affect performance or cause crashes when generating LOD. If parts appear invisible/wrong alpha, check the "use alpha threshold from source" checkbox in FO4LODGen.
FO4LODGen-DLCCoast.esp
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FO4LODGen-DLCCoast-WindTurbines.esp
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[]Add IsFullLOD flag to the 3 wind turbines so they can be seen from afar. This plugin does not really affect LOD generation and needs to stay active in the game.
FO4LODGen-DLCWorkshop03.esp
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FO4LODGen-DLCNukaWorld.esp
- Define unused LOD models for Fallout 4 Nuka World for LOD generation with FO4LODGen.
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[]Define full models for LOD for Fallout 4 for LOD generation with FO4LODGen. This example adds the partitions to the elevated highways. Using full models as LOD can severely affect performance or cause crashes when generating LOD. If parts appear invisible/wrong alpha, check the "use alpha threshold from source" checkbox in FO4LODGen.
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[]Assign unused more detailed tree LOD meshes to more LOD levels. Needs to load after FO4LODGen.esp
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[]Define unused LOD models for Fallout 4 for object LOD generation with FO4LODGen.
FO4LODGen Resources provides optional ESL-flagged plugins for Fallout 4 LOD generation with FO4LODGen. It's a modder's resource, not a standalone gameplay mod, aimed at mod authors and advanced users who want to improve distant terrain rendering. With 1,382 endorsements and 296,597 downloads, it's a well-established tool in the community.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (296k) shows it's a go-to resource for LOD modding.
- ESL-flagged plugins mean you won't waste precious load order slots.
- From Sheson, a trusted name in LOD generation tools.
⚠️ Cons
- Not a plug-and-play mod—requires FO4LODGen and some technical know-how.
- Last updated April 2024—might not cover the latest Fallout 4 updates or DLC.
For mod authors and advanced players who already use FO4LODGen and want to tweak distant LODs. Skip if you're looking for a simple visual overhaul—this is a backend resource, not a flashy mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have FO4LODGen installed and working before adding these resources.
- Since plugins are ESL-flagged, they won't count against the 255 plugin limit, but still load them after your main mods.
- Check the FO4LODGen documentation for how to integrate these optional files into your LOD generation process.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Sheson
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 296,597
- Endorsements
- 1,382
- Category
- Modders Resources and Tutorials
- Created
- 4/3/2024
- Updated
- 4/3/2024
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