Harder Better Faster Dogmeat
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #20 of 122 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Better Dogmeat V. 3
- []Doesn't Effect player Stealth []Makes Dogmeat Female (because in Fallout 3 it was a she, or else how would he have puppies >:( []Increases Health []Increases Damage []Increases carry weight to approximately 4956 pounds []Changes Brotherhood Dialogue Liness []Adds new swaggy Bandana (swaggiest) []Finally: Makes dogmeat your lover, allowing for that perk Lovers Embrace.
Better Dogmeat V. 2
- []Doesn't Effect player Stealth []Makes Dogmeat Female []Increases Health []Increases Damage []Increases carry weight to approximately 4956 pounds []Changes Brotherhood Dialogue Lines []Adds new swaggy Bandana (swaggier)
Better Dogmeat:
- []Doesn't Effect player Stealth []Makes Dogmeat Female []Increases Health []Increases Damage []Increases carry weight
- Adds a swaggy bandana
Next Eventual Update: Xbox 1
Mod Created by PurFael Scripts Edited by ArcaneScroll
A compact Fallout 4 companion mod that enhances Dogmeat, making him better and turning him into your lover, plus some other unspecified tweaks. With 259 endorsements and 5,796 downloads, it's a niche mod for players wanting a more capable and romantic canine companion.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 259 endorsements, so it's got a solid following.
- 5,796 downloads show real players are using this mod.
- If you want a Dogmeat that's more than just a good boy, this delivers a unique twist.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it might be outdated for current game versions.
- The description is vague—'some other stuff' could mean anything, so you're flying blind.
- Turning Dogmeat into a lover isn't for everyone—this is a very specific niche.
For Fallout 4 players who want a stronger Dogmeat and don't mind a romantic angle with their canine companion. If you're looking for a serious gameplay overhaul or lore-friendly content, this isn't it. Skip if you prefer keeping Dogmeat as a loyal pet, not a lover.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2017, check if it's compatible with your game version and any other Dogmeat mods you have.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM to install and easily uninstall if the romance angle isn't your thing.
- If you're on PC, consider using LOOT to sort your load order and avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- deleted24263589
- Version
- 3.0
- Downloads
- 5,796
- Endorsements
- 259
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 7/18/2016
- Updated
- 1/18/2017
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