Improved Hunting Rifle
⚪ 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.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 8.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #114 of 145 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod, using an esp, gives the hunting the rifle the extra fire power it deserves! Effectively doubling its damage output
Seemed to me that even with a 50 cal receiver, it just wasn't enough to deal with some of the stronger enemies later in the game, especially on harder difficulties. Now it should serve as a hardy companion for when you need things killed, or if you just want a sniper that's true to its name.
Installation
You can install normally through Nexus Mod Manager, just add the file to the mod list and double click
Alternatively, you can install it manually by dropping the esp into your fallout 4 DATA folder, and adding 'UpgradedHuntingRifle.esp' (no quotes) to the plugin file, located at C:>user>name>AppData>local>fallout4. Be sure to set the file to read only once changed.
Like with all mods released prior to the creation kit, its important you back up any saves you have. this is a simple edit, so it shouldn't cause any problems. But it's always good to be safe!
This mod doubles the damage of the hunting rifle in Fallout 4, making it a viable sniper option for harder difficulties. It's a simple gameplay tweak for players who find the base rifle underpowered, with 532 endorsements and last updated in 2015.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 532 endorsements and over 6.5k downloads
- Simple, focused change that directly addresses a common complaint about the rifle's late-game weakness
- Lightweight mod that won't bloat your load order
⚠️ Cons
- Only doubles damage—no other tweaks like recoil or reload speed, so it might feel unbalanced in some builds
- Last updated in 2015, so it may not be compatible with newer game patches or DLC without issues
- Potential balance issues: doubling damage could make the rifle overpowered in early game, especially with perks
For Fallout 4 players who love the hunting rifle's aesthetic but find it underpowered in the late game, especially on Survival or Very Hard. Skip if you want a more comprehensive weapon overhaul—this is a single, focused damage buff.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Nexus Mods' Vortex, just download with the manager and it'll handle installation automatically.
- Since this mod only changes damage, it should be compatible with most other mods, but always check for conflicts with other hunting rifle rebalances.
- For best results, pair this with a mod that adds more weapon mods or attachments to further customize your sniper build.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- HydraGlide
- Version
- 1.00
- Downloads
- 6,583
- Endorsements
- 532
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 11/25/2015
- Updated
- 11/25/2015
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