M72 Gauss Rifle
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #181 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds classic Fallout 2 style M72 Gauss Rifle with custom animations and leveled list integration to the Commonwealth.
Adds the classic Fallout 2 M72 Gauss Rifle to Fallout 4, featuring custom animations and integration into leveled lists. A well-received weapon mod with over 3,600 endorsements, last updated in 2020.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 3,606 endorsements and 335k downloads
- Custom animations make it feel like a proper addition, not a lazy port
- Leveled list integration means you'll find it naturally in the Commonwealth
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020 – might have compatibility issues with newer DLC or mods
- No mention of patches for other weapon mods or balance overhauls
- Requires you to hunt it down or rely on leveled lists – no guaranteed spawn
For Fallout 4 players who want a classic Fallout 2 weapon with authentic animations and don't mind a bit of a hunt. Skip if you're looking for a lore-friendly energy weapon with extensive customization – this is a straightforward addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's integrated into leveled lists, you'll start seeing it after level 15 or so – check weapon vendors and loot containers.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the install to avoid manual file placement errors.
- If you want it guaranteed, use console commands to add it: help 'M72' 4 to find the ID, then player.additem <ID> 1.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- TheBigLidowski
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 335,264
- Endorsements
- 3,606
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 2/11/2020
- Updated
- 2/11/2020
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