Various Game Tweaks - Easy Lockpicking and Hacking and more

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,984 endorsements) 📥 118,101 downloads 📌 v3.0.0 📅 5/4/2018
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Dank Rafft · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/26/2024 📅 Created: 5/4/2018
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #28 of 185 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

The mod comes in a convenient FOMOD installer, to be used with a mod manager of your choice. There are two plugins (or variants) available from it. The first one only includes Easy Lockpicking and Hacking while the second one combines the former with many other beneficial game tweaks. See below for an extensive list of the changes.

Both variants are ESL plugins. They won't count against your ESP/ESM limit.

<<< VARIANT 1: EASY LOCKPICKING AND HACKING >>>

Lockpicking is ... well, lockpicking. I don't like it in Skyrim and the same is true for FO4. With this, when you have to pick a lock the position of the pick doesn't matter. Just hold down one of the directional keys or your stick and the lock will open.

Since the original mod has some flaws (missing master, form and a wild edit) which could lead to an automatically deactivating mod or unnecessary mod conflicts I decided to recreate it. It has the correct form version, the correct master and no wild edits.

The same is true for hacking. When you hack a terminal it'll only show a single password, the correct one.

<<< VARIANT 2: COMBINED GAME TWEAKS >>>

  • []Encounter Zone Changes: all base game encounter zones no longer have a maximum level so that most of them will remain challenging throughout the game, especially if you combine this with a mod like Encounter Zone Recalculation (Continuous Level Scaling)

    []Easy Lockpicking: the sweet-spot size for all difficulty levels was set so high that it covers the whole lock, exactly what variant 1 does

    []Easy Hacking: terminals only show a single password, the correct one, exactly what variant 1 does

    []Faster Terminal Display Rate: improves the speed at which terminals display their content to its max value

    []Insignificant Object Remover: basically what the mod of the same name does, disables tiny, dynamically placed and pointless objects (rocks, debris/rubble, asphalt fragments, etc.)

    []Companion Infinite Ammo: removes the necessity (annoyance) to constantly provide companions with ammunition

    []Companion Unbreakable Power Armour: removes the necessity (annoyance) to constantly repair a companion's PA

    []Laser/Plasma Weapons Don't Disintegrate: I don't like enemies becoming a pile of ash when hitting them with laser or plasma weapons, this disables that effect and keeps the enemy corpses intact

  • Weapon Drop Stop: defeated enemies keep their weapon in their inventory instead of dropping it upon death, identical to the mod of the same name.

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Various Game Tweaks bundles several popular Fallout 4 gameplay mods into one package, including Improved Encounter Zones, Easy Lock-picking and Hacking, and Insignificant Object Remover. It's for players who want a streamlined, quality-of-life overhaul without juggling multiple mods. With nearly 4,000 endorsements and over 118,000 downloads, it's a proven, community-favorite consolidation.

✨ Key Features

Consolidates multiple gameplay tweaks into a single mod, including Improved Encounter Zones, Easy Lock-picking and Hacking, and Insignificant Object Remover.
Simplifies lockpicking and hacking minigames for easier success.
Adjusts encounter zones to scale with player level for a more balanced challenge.
Removes insignificant objects to improve performance and reduce clutter.
High community trust with 3,984 endorsements and 118,101 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with nearly 4,000 endorsements and over 118k downloads—this is a mod people actually use.
  • One-stop shop for multiple QoL tweaks, saving you load order headaches and mod slots.
  • Easy lockpicking and hacking is a godsend for players who hate those minigames—no more frustration.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in May 2024—might not be fully compatible with the latest game patches or DLC, so check before installing.
  • Bundling multiple mods means you can't pick and choose individual tweaks—you get all or nothing.
  • No detailed breakdown of each tweak's settings, so you might need to tweak INI files if you want to customize anything.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who want a smoother, less tedious experience without installing a dozen separate mods. Perfect for those who find lockpicking and hacking annoying and want better enemy scaling. Skip if you prefer vanilla difficulty or want granular control over each tweak.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod bundles several tweaks, make sure to load it after other gameplay mods to avoid conflicts—use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2.
  • If you're using F4SE or other script-heavy mods, test early to ensure no compatibility issues with the encounter zone changes.
  • The Insignificant Object Remover can boost performance on lower-end PCs, but if you notice missing objects, check the mod's settings or disable that part.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Dank Rafft
Version
3.0.0
Downloads
118,101
Endorsements
3,984
Category
Gameplay
Created
5/4/2018
Updated
5/26/2024

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