The Varmint Shotgun (.410 Shotgun)
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #303 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A brand new semi auto . 410 shotgun!
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Over 45+ brand new attachments including ammo types!
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]Custom models and HD textures!
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Use of Munitions (required) for the . 410 shotgun shell.
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Leveled list injection onto Raiders, Gunners, Min Men, and shops after level 7.
Two uniques! Wow! Locations listed below:
One found in the basement of the Electrical Hobbyist's Club.
The other sold by Kleo in Goodneighbor.
Development:
DegenerateDak And Phineas Kube (Pigness)
Assets/Art:
DegenerateDak
LL Inject Script:
a_blind_man and Dank Rafft
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Pig's Patreon Dak's Patreon
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Xbox version coming soon!
The Varmint Shotgun (.410 Shotgun) is a compact early-game semi-auto shotgun mod for Fallout 4, created by DegenerateDak and CSEP. With over 1,100 endorsements and nearly 200,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a lightweight, reliable shotgun early on. The mod adds a new weapon to the game, likely with custom models and textures, though specific details are not provided.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with over 1,100 endorsements and nearly 200k downloads—clearly a go-to for many players.
- Semi-auto shotgun for early game means you can blast raiders without waiting for a combat shotgun.
- Recent update in 2024 shows the author is still keeping it alive.
⚠️ Cons
- Only one weapon added, so if you want a full arsenal, this is just a piece.
- No mention of compatibility with other weapon mods or DLC—might conflict if you're running a big load order.
For Fallout 4 players who want a reliable semi-auto shotgun early in the game without grinding for a combat shotgun. If you're a mod collector who loves trying new weapons, this is a solid pick. Skip if you need detailed stats or a full weapon pack.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're on PC, use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install—it's a simple drag-and-drop.
- Check your load order—place this mod after any weapon overhaul mods to avoid conflicts.
- Since it's a semi-auto, you'll want to grab the Scrounger perk to find .410 ammo more often.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- DegenerateDak and CSEP
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 197,946
- Endorsements
- 1,122
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 3/4/2024
- Updated
- 3/4/2024
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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