Institute Covert Ballistic Pistol
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 🏆 #107 of 314 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Add a a remodeled institute style stealth pistol using bullets not energy
Institute Covert Ballistic Pistol is a compact weapon mod for Fallout 4 that adds a remodeled Institute-style stealth pistol that uses conventional bullets instead of energy cells. With 251 endorsements and over 5,500 downloads, it's a modestly popular cosmetic and functional addition for players who want a lore-friendly ballistic sidearm with Institute aesthetics.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 251 endorsements and over 5,500 downloads—clearly a mod people like.
- Fills a niche: gives Institute fans a ballistic option that fits the faction's aesthetic.
- Lightweight and focused—does one thing and does it well, no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- No detailed description means you're going in blind on stats, mod slots, and crafting requirements.
- Potential conflicts with other weapon mods that alter the same base weapon or use similar meshes.
For Fallout 4 players who love the Institute's clean, futuristic look but prefer the punch of ballistic ammo. If you're a stealth character looking for a unique sidearm that fits the faction, this is a solid pick. Skip if you want a full weapon overhaul or need detailed stats before downloading.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a weapon mod, make sure you have the necessary perks (like Gun Nut) to craft or modify it if it uses the vanilla crafting system.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting other weapon mods.
- Check your load order—place this mod after any mods that alter Institute weapons to ensure it doesn't get overwritten.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Micalov
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 5,547
- Endorsements
- 251
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 11/19/2022
- Updated
- 11/25/2022
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