MGS Aiming
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #43 of 185 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
With MGS Aiming, whenever you pull up your weapon sights (while in third person) the camera will automatically switch to first person. Once you stop aiming, it'll switch back to third person.
MGS Aiming is a gameplay mod that lets you aim and shoot in first person while playing in third person, inspired by Metal Gear Solid. It has 3,445 endorsements and 104,256 downloads, last updated in April 2017.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 3,445 endorsements and over 100k downloads
- Solves a common annoyance for third-person players who want precision aiming
- Simple concept that directly improves gameplay feel for stealth and shooting
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017 — may not work with the latest game patches
- Requires you to switch between camera modes, which might feel jarring at first
For players who prefer third-person exploration but want the accuracy of first-person aiming during combat. Perfect for stealth enthusiasts who want that MGS vibe. Skip if you're happy with the default camera or play exclusively in first person.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to check if the mod is compatible with your game version, as it hasn't been updated since 2017.
- Try it in a low-stakes area first to get used to the camera transition.
- If you use other gameplay mods, test for conflicts before starting a serious playthrough.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- PeterTran
- Version
- 1.11
- Downloads
- 104,256
- Endorsements
- 3,445
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 4/21/2017
- Updated
- 4/22/2017
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