GearUp Nick Valentine
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #53 of 77 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Hello all guys! This is my second mod, and as you can see, it is a simple one.
This mod makes Nick Valentine able to equip the armor mods that all npcs can wear.
As it should have been in the first place. Half broken synth needs protection.
RAIDER ARMOR MODS: Lite Versions Completed Sturdy Versions Completed Heavy Versions Completed
LEATHER ARMOR MODS: Lite Versions Completed Sturdy Versions Completed Heavy Versions Completed
METAL ARMOR MODS: Lite Versions Completed Sturdy Versions Completed Heavy Versions Completed
DCGUARDS ARMOR MODS: All Completed
COMBAT ARMOR MODS: Lite Versions Completed Sturdy Versions Completed Heavy Versions Completed
SYNTH ARMOR MODS: Lite Versions Completed Sturdy Versions Completed Heavy Versions Completed
For now only armor mods can be wielded by him on top of his Duster.
On next update i will add functionality to also all outfits aswell.
No known Bugs so far.
Compatible with everything.Legal This file is provided as is and the author holds no responsiblity for anything that may come to happen from using this file. Use this file as you wish in any mod but only with my permission and credit, thanks. Credits: BEthesda for Fallout4. Prophet (http://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/users/6512109/?) for finding the console commands thanks to his Two followers mod. This mod would not be possible without his commands FO4Edit creators
GearUp Nick Valentine lets Nick Valentine equip all armor modifications, including Raider, Leather, Metal, and Synth mods in light, sturdy, and heavy versions. This fixes Bethesda's oversight, making him more versatile in combat. A popular companion tweak with 819 endorsements, last updated in December 2015.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 819 endorsements and nearly 16k downloads.
- Gives Nick real armor flexibility—he can finally tank properly with heavy armor.
- Simple quality-of-life fix that respects the lore (he's half synth, after all).
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015, so it may not be fully compatible with newer Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- Only affects Nick Valentine—if you wanted this for other companions, you're out of luck.
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter Nick's outfit or armor slots.
For Fallout 4 players who love bringing Nick Valentine along but hate his limited armor options. If you're a completionist who wants to gear up every companion, this is a must-have. Skip if you don't use Nick or prefer gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to load this mod after any mods that change Nick's default outfit to avoid conflicts.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to keep your load order clean.
- Check your load order for other companion armor mods—this one should be placed to override them.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Amoveve
- Version
- 1.01
- Downloads
- 15,889
- Endorsements
- 819
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 12/11/2015
- Updated
- 12/13/2015
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