The Zap Gun - a makeshift laser weapon

⭐ ⭐⭐ (5,819 endorsements) 📥 938,272 downloads 📌 v1.4 📅 9/1/2021
⚪ Last updated 2021

By Gmoi · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/26/2021 📅 Created: 9/1/2021
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #48 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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Based on salvaged electronic components from terminals and other technological remains, the Zap Gun is a crude laser weapon designed by resourceful wastelanders. It's perfect for those who need just a little more firepower (just be careful with your fingers).

The design of the Zap Gun originates pre-war; Increasingly paranoid citizens began arming themselves when resources started growing scarce. Legends say one of the first prototypes was confiscated, and waits in an ancient government building.

In 2287, realising their technological disadvantage against the Institute and the Brotherhood of Steel, the Gunners have set up a weapons manufacturing workshop to produce more refined and deadly versions of the Zap Gun.

If, like me, you liked the concept of the gamma gun and laser musket, but you want more modularity, visually and in gameplay, this is the mod for you. The design aesthetic is also inspired by the energy weapons of fallout 3 and new vegas.

It is integrated to the weapon vendors levelled list, as well as raiders, gunners, minutemen, wastelanders and super-mutants. Each type of enemy should have a relevant variant of the Zap Gun (gunners, for example, have more advanced versions of the gun).

The most basic version will start spawning at level 3, more advanced versions at level 12, and the sniper and flamer versions start spawning at level 25.

The weapon and is also craftable in the chemistry workbench.

In the early game, you can find one in the under the house of a particularly paranoid former resident of Sanctuary.

There is a unique variant, located in an ancient government building, where confiscated items were kept.

The unique variant can not be modified - this is on purpose for balancing.

There is also a skill magazine, located in a place crawling with Gunners.

Custom first person animations, custom models, sounds and textures. Includes 3 craftable Zap Gun turrets.

Mod available on Xbox here : XBOX

My Artstation page: https://www.artstation.com/gaston_w

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a modular laser weapon system with six configurations: rifle, pistol, SMG, sniper, flamethrower, and shotgun. Features custom animations, sounds, models, and textures, and integrates into leveled lists. Also includes three craftable turret variants. A popular weapon mod with over 5,800 endorsements.

✨ Key Features

Modular design lets you craft the weapon as a rifle, pistol, SMG, sniper, flamethrower, or shotgun.
Custom animations, sounds, models, and textures for the weapon.
Injected into leveled lists so enemies and loot can spawn with the weapon.
Includes 3 craftable Zap Gun turrets.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 5,819 endorsements and nearly a million downloads.
  • Six weapon types in one mod—great variety without extra mod slots.
  • Turrets add a defensive option, which is a nice bonus for settlement builders.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021—might have compatibility issues with newer game patches.
  • Weapon balance might be off since it's a makeshift laser—could be overpowered or underpowered.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who want a versatile energy weapon with multiple forms and turrets. Great for role-players who like crafting their own gear. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or realistic weapons—this is a sci-fi, makeshift design.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install—it's the safest way.
  • Check if the mod requires any DLC or other mods by reading the mod page comments.
  • If you're on PC, make sure to enable mods in your game settings before launching.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Gmoi
Version
1.4
Downloads
938,272
Endorsements
5,819
Category
Weapons
Created
9/1/2021
Updated
9/26/2021

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