YK42B - Pulse Rifle
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #16 of 385 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds a classic pulse rifle to the game.
Created on the basis of animations of the Laser Musket.
The weapon exists in a single copy and has not been added to LL.
Where to find: pick up from Brotherhood Deserters in the Boxing Gym (NorthEndBoxingGym).
Resources: 3ds Max, Substance Painter, Photoshop, NifSkope, Creation Kit.
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ESL version with unpack archives
It is likely that the large use of Ba2 archives may cause incorrect display or crash of the game. This version of ESL does not use Ba2 archives, which can fix things.
Fixed a bug due to which raiders attack each other.
YK42B - Pulse Rifle brings the classic Fallout 2 pulse rifle into Fallout 4 as a standalone weapon mod. With over 2,100 endorsements and 134,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for fans of the original games. The mod adds the iconic energy weapon, though it hasn't been updated since 2019.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,127 endorsements and 134k downloads — clearly a lot of people are using it.
- Brings back a classic Fallout 2 weapon, perfect for nostalgia seekers.
- Standalone weapon mod, so it's easy to add without overhauling your load order.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019 — might have issues with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- No detailed description of features like custom animations or modifications — you're getting the base weapon.
- No install instructions or requirements listed, so you're on your own if you run into issues.
For Fallout fans who want to wield the iconic YK42B Pulse Rifle from Fallout 2 in the Commonwealth. If you're a collector of classic weapons or just want a solid energy rifle, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for a heavily customized weapon with tons of mods and animations — this is a straightforward port.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a standalone weapon, you can find it in the game world or via console commands — check the mod's comments for spawn locations.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it manually or via NMM/Vortex to avoid load order issues.
- Make sure your game is updated to a version from around 2019 or earlier, or you might encounter compatibility problems.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- 3nikhey
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 134,031
- Endorsements
- 2,127
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 2/21/2019
- Updated
- 2/24/2019
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