Make Balloons Not Plans or Recipes
⚪ Last updated 2020Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #171 of 247 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is just a simple model replacement for the world drop texture/model nif of the plans/recipes.
All you need to do is drop the nif in the data folder and add the ba2 file to the ini.
this was made by request of @sloshappy
If you see one I might have missed give me the name of the item so I can look up the nif for it. Or if you have something you might want replaced. It don't have to be balloons just let me know.
A simple model replacement that swaps the world drop textures/models of plans and recipes for balloons in Fallout 4. Created by request, it requires manual installation of a NIF file and an INI edit. With 203 endorsements and 3,440 downloads, it's a niche cosmetic mod for players who want a fun visual change.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 203 endorsements and 3,440 downloads.
- Lightweight and simple—just a model swap, no complex scripts.
- Author is open to custom requests, so you can ask for other replacements.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in January 2020—may not be compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches.
- Installation requires manual INI editing, which can be tricky for beginners.
- Only affects plans and recipes; other items remain unchanged unless you request more.
For Fallout 4 players who want a fun, whimsical visual change to the otherwise boring plans and recipes. It's perfect for modders who enjoy quirky cosmetic tweaks and don't mind a bit of manual setup. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you prefer a more immersive, lore-friendly experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original NIF files before replacing them, so you can revert if needed.
- When editing the INI, add the BA2 file to the correct section (usually [Archive]) and ensure the path is correct.
- If you're using a mod manager, you can still manually place the files and then enable the mod in your load order.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 76 Mods
- Author
- Nipper4369
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 3,440
- Endorsements
- 203
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 1/1/2020
- Updated
- 1/4/2020
🔧 How to Install Fallout 76 Mods
Use Vortex. Place .ba2 files in Data folder. Use cautiously online.
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