Gas Mask Upgrades

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,317 endorsements) 📥 33,277 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 4/10/2016
⚪ Last updated 2016

By Takaru Minari · Crafting - Equipment

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/10/2016 📅 Created: 4/10/2016
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #9 of 12 Crafting - Equipment mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

DESCRIPTION Update v1. 1 (13. 04. 2016): Rebreathers (Standard and Mk I through Mk V) added. These filters require Science! 2 to make and, in addition to the normal filter bonuses, grant underwater breathing. Minor Update (20. 04. 2016): Corrected typo in folder structure that was preventing NMM from installing two particular settings (50 an 100 Radiation Resistances, Include Poison Resistance, Include Helmeted Cage and Spike Armors, No AWKCR Support).

Do you like the gas mask aesthetic but feel let down by its stats? Do you find the lack of hats whilst wearing gas masks disturbing? Then give this mod a try and add some craftable upgrades to your gas masks!

Gas Mask Upgrades add the ability to craft ten upgrades split into two categories for your gas masks which will allow you to increase the Radiation Resistance, Damage Resistance and Energy Resistance and optionally Poison Resistance of your gas masks.

Additionally, you can wear hats on top of your Gas Mask and Gas Mask with Goggles. A bit of nuclear fallout is no excuse to not look dapper after all.

Furthermore, you can choose to add the craftable Upgrades to Helmeted Cage and Spike Armors and/or add AWKCR Support. Better Mod Descriptions are already included.

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ITEMS AFFECTED

The following items gain new craftable upgrades:

Gas Mask (can now be worn with hats) Gas Mask with Goggles (can now be worn with hats) Assault Gas Mask OPTIONAL: Helmeted Cage Armor (gains +15 Radiation Resistance, to equal the other gas masks) OPTIONAL: Helmeted Spike Armor (gains +15 Radiation Resistance, to equal the other gas masks)

The above items gain two new upgrade types: Filter Upgrades and Armor Inserts. These cost a small amount of resources to craft and each upgrade beyond Mk I requires an additional rank in the Armorer Perk. Note that these upgrades do not change the visual appearance of the gas mask.

Filter Upgrades come in two variants: Filters and Rebreathers (Standard and Mk I through Mk V each).

Every Filter Upgrade will add Radiation Resistance depending on your choosing: +10, +50 or +100 per upgrade for a maximum of +50, +250 or +500 Radiation Resistance with a Mk V Filter.

Rebreathers, in additon to the above bonuses, also grant underwater breathing.

Optionally, the Filter Upgrade can also grant additional Poison Resistance equal to 50% of the Radiation Resistance, i.e. +5, +25 or +50 per upgrade

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Gas Mask Upgrades adds craftable upgrades to gas masks in Fallout 4, addressing the aesthetic appeal versus weak stats and the inability to wear hats. With 1,317 endorsements and 33,277 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life crafting mod for players who want better gas mask functionality.

✨ Key Features

Adds craftable upgrades to gas masks.
Improves gas mask stats.
Allows wearing hats with gas masks.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,317 endorsements and 33k downloads.
  • Solves a real annoyance—no hats with gas masks.
  • Simple crafting additions that fit the game's system.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2016—may not be compatible with current game patches.
  • Only affects gas masks, so niche if you don't use them often.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who love the gas mask look but hate the stat trade-offs and hat restrictions. If you're a roleplayer or survival mode enthusiast who wears gas masks regularly, this mod is a must-have. Skip if you rarely use gas masks or prefer overhaul mods.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Nexus Mods' Vortex to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check if the mod requires any DLC or other mods—though none are listed, verify in the mod's files.
  • If you're on PC, make sure to enable mods in your Fallout 4 launcher settings.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Takaru Minari
Version
1.1
Downloads
33,277
Endorsements
1,317
Category
Crafting - Equipment
Created
4/10/2016
Updated
5/10/2016

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