Rusty Face Fix

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (14,480 endorsements) 📥 1.3M downloads 📌 v2.0.2 📅 4/8/2018
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Seb263 · Bug Fixes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 3/26/2024 📅 Created: 4/8/2018
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #9 of 103 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

 

♦ INTRODUCTION :

The purpose of this mod is to fix a common bug that makes the player's (and optionally NPCs) faces turn brown when reloading a savegame. Multiple options are available so you can tweak the game to your liking.

As of v2. 0. 0, the mod has been completely redesigned to be more performant, stable, and user-friendly.

Papyrus scripts are no longer used as the entire face regeneration process is now done through a DLL library whose options are fully configurable through a configuration file.

Here are the options that can be configured (from the file "F4SE\Plugins\RustyFaceFix.ini"):

facegen_player : Indicates to the mod that the player's facegen should be taken into account when loading a game.

facegen_npcs : Indicates to the mod that the facegens of NPCs should be taken into account when loading a game (and during the game if streaming_mode is enabled).

streaming_mode (requires facegen_npcs to be enabled) : Indicates to the mod that all newly loaded NPCs should be automatically corrected during your game. If you encounter problems, try disabling this option first.

fast_mode : Allows the mod to perform the face regeneration process just before the end of loading a save game to reduce the chances that the operation will be visible.

refresh_equipment : Allows to refresh the equipment of actors at the same time as their

face to avoid a potential bug that would make them invisible if their outfit contains meshes affected by physics.

excluded_races : In addition to the basic selection process, all actors from those races will be ignored by the Fix (EditorID, separated by commas).

debug_mode : This option allows the mod to log its operations in order to detect a potential problem.

plugin_filename : This is the name of the required (light) plugin for the mod to work.

(if you were using "Rusty Face Fix.esl" from v1.x and don't want to change your current load order, rename the new plugin, uncomment this line and set it's value to "Rusty Face Fix.esl")

To manually correct the player or an NPC's face using the console:

[]Open the console using the tilde key (~)

[]Click on the actor whose face you want to regenerate.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Rusty Face Fix is a lightweight bug fix mod that eliminates the brown face glitch affecting players and NPCs after reloading a savegame. It is transparent, autonomous, performance-friendly, and compatible with any mods, making it a must-have for players annoyed by this visual bug.

✨ Key Features

Fixes the brown face bug that occurs on players and NPCs when reloading a savegame.
Completely transparent and autonomous—no user interaction needed.
No performance impact.
Compatible with any mods.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 14,480 endorsements and 1.3M downloads—this is a proven fix.
  • Zero performance hit and works with any mod setup, so it's a no-brainer for anyone who's seen the bug.
  • Set-and-forget: no configuration, no conflicts, just install and forget.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only addresses the brown face bug—if you're looking for broader visual fixes, this isn't it.
  • Last updated in March 2024, so if the game has had major patches since, you might want to check for updates.
  • No detailed documentation or troubleshooting guide, but the mod is simple enough that you likely won't need it.
🎯 Is This For You?
For any player who's ever reloaded a save and seen their character's face turn an ugly brown. If you're tired of that immersion-breaking glitch and want a simple, permanent fix, grab this. Skip if you're looking for visual overhauls or gameplay changes—this is purely a bug fix.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Just drop the mod files into your game's Data folder or use your mod manager—no extra steps needed.
  • Since it's compatible with everything, you can add it to an existing save without worrying about breaking anything.
  • If you're on a modded setup, load order doesn't matter for this one, but keeping it near the bottom is safe.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Seb263
Version
2.0.2
Downloads
1,321,314
Endorsements
14,480
Category
Bug Fixes
Created
4/8/2018
Updated
3/26/2024

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