12 Gauge High Explosive Shotgun Shells

⭐ ⭐ (302 endorsements) 📥 8,307 downloads 📌 vBeta 📅 10/27/2010
⚪ Last updated 2010

By McWilliam · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 10/27/2010 📅 Created: 10/27/2010
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ NVSE — New Vegas Script Extender Download ↗
2🛠️ 4GB Patcher — FNV 4GB Patcher Download ↗
3🔧 NVAC — New Vegas Anti Crash Download ↗
4🧩 JIP LN — JIP LN NVSE Plugin Download ↗
5🔧 YUP — Yukichigai Unofficial Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #180 of 372 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Alright, I\'m pretty new to modding and when I first set out on this it seemed an extremely daunting task. After a brief, painful ordeal everything just sort of clicked into place and I managed to figure it out pretty quickly and bring you my first version of the product 35 minutes after my 21st birthday began, YAY!!!!!!!! So for my 21st birthday, as a gift to you all, I give you 12 Gauge High Explosive rounds! These babies pack a pretty good wallop with increased damage, spread reduction, and even some armor penetration, making them the ultimate shotgun rounds! Oh, not to mention the EXPLOSION!!!!!! I set it up so you can buy them at the Gunrunners store, but they\'re pretty darn expensive and you can only buy 24 at a time before having to wait for them to restock. You can fire it from any 12 gauge shotgun, including any guns from other mods that use 12 gauge ammo. I set the spread reduction to a . 45 multiplier to work best with my Improved Shotgun Performance mod but it\'ll still work fine if you don\'t have my other mod, just won\'t be as accurate. You can get my Improved Shotgun Performance mod here: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=35402 *INSTALLATION* Just download the file and copy the .esp to your game\'s Data folder. Remember to check 12GaugeHighExplosive in the Data Files menu! As with my other mod this one is currently in Beta and I\'d appreciate any feedback on what you think about the mod and any changes you think could be made to help make it more balanced (I know it\'s hard to imagine an explosive shotgun round being balanced but I\'m trying). Thanks to everyone who downloads and tries it out. Oh, and try not to blow yourselves up. ^_^

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A simple weapon mod that adds explosive 12 gauge shotgun shells to Fallout 3. With 302 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players who want to add some explosive punch to their shotgun gameplay. Last updated in 2010, so compatibility with modern setups may vary.

✨ Key Features

Adds high explosive shotgun shells for 12 gauge shotguns
Explosive rounds that detonate on impact
Simple, focused mod with no extra features

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 302 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads
  • Adds a fun, explosive twist to shotguns
  • Lightweight and straightforward—no complex systems to learn

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2010—may not work with current game versions or mod setups
  • Limited to just the explosive shells—no other ammo types or tweaks
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 3 players who want to spice up their shotgun gameplay with explosive rounds. Perfect for those who enjoy causing chaos and don't mind a dated mod. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive weapon overhaul or need modern compatibility.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to place the files in your Fallout 3 Data folder and enable the mod in your load order.
  • Test the shells on a save you don't mind losing—explosive rounds can be unpredictable.
  • If you're using a mod manager, check for conflicts with other ammo mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
McWilliam
Version
Beta
Downloads
8,307
Endorsements
302
Category
Weapons
Created
10/27/2010
Updated
10/27/2010

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