Real World Damages
⚪ 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #32 of 185 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
If you don't like shooting at bullet sponges, this mod may help. This mod dynamically increases the damage to player and NPCs alike via their creature type and locational hit. Creatures are easier to kill, including yourself.
Real World Damages is a gameplay mod for Fallout 4 that increases damage for both the player and NPCs based on creature type and hit location, reducing bullet sponge encounters. With nearly 3,000 endorsements and over 114,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more realistic combat.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,959 endorsements and over 114k downloads
- Tackles bullet sponge problem head-on for more realistic combat
- Simple concept that can be applied to any playthrough
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015, so may have compatibility issues with current game patches
- No detailed documentation on exact damage multipliers or how it interacts with other mods
- Increased player damage means you'll die faster too—not for the faint of heart
For Fallout 4 players who hate dumping magazines into raiders and want a more lethal, realistic combat experience. Skip if you prefer power fantasy or are running a heavily modded setup that might conflict.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod increases damage to you as well, consider pairing it with a good armor mod or adjusting difficulty settings to balance the challenge.
- If you're using a mod manager like Nexus Mod Manager or Vortex, install this mod and let it overwrite any conflicting files for best results.
- Test the mod early in a new save to see if the damage values feel right for your playstyle before committing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- PiZZADOX
- Version
- 0.4.2
- Downloads
- 114,912
- Endorsements
- 2,959
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 11/12/2015
- Updated
- 11/23/2015
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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🔧 How to Install Fallout 4 Mods
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