Legacy Fallout starting SPECIAL points
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 🏆 #5 of 9 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Gives player 40 SPECIAL points instead of 28 for a new character.
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
This tiny Fallout 4 mod bumps starting SPECIAL points from 28 to 40, giving players more flexibility for character builds. Simple and effective for those who want a stronger start without other changes.
✨ Key Features
Increases starting SPECIAL points from 28 to 40 for new characters.
Simple, lightweight mod with no additional features or dependencies.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,193 endorsements and over 30k downloads.
- Gives you a significant boost to SPECIAL, letting you craft more versatile builds from the start.
- No frills—just the change you want, no extra bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015—might not be compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- Only affects new characters, so you'll need to start a fresh playthrough to see the effect.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who want a more powerful starting character without using console commands or mods that overhaul the whole perk system. Also great for roleplayers who want to build a highly specialized character from the get-go. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla 28 points or want a more balanced experience.
For Fallout 4 players who want a more powerful starting character without using console commands or mods that overhaul the whole perk system. Also great for roleplayers who want to build a highly specialized character from the get-go. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla 28 points or want a more balanced experience.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it only affects new characters, make sure to start a new game after installing to see the extra points.
- If you're using a mod manager like Nexus Mods' Vortex, just download with the manager and it'll handle the installation automatically.
- This mod doesn't touch anything else, so it should be safe to use with most other mods, but always check for conflicts if you have other SPECIAL-related mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- VaBhodi
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 30,083
- Endorsements
- 1,193
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 12/28/2015
- Updated
- 12/28/2015
🔧 How to Install Fallout 4 Mods
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