Afterglow -- Neon illumination

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,973 endorsements) 📥 948,072 downloads 📌 v2.02 📅 11/11/2023
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By goshko · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/8/2025 📅 Created: 11/11/2023
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #21 of 131 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod adds custom ambient lightning to the neon signs using JIP. It is scripted, so lights are off when the sign stops emitting.

I've included a patch for LightBright Strip Overhaul, which tweaks the emittance values to add glow to the neon signs added by the mod; also adds lights to three of them (Glitter Gulch, Santa Anita, Pig). I've only included the assets that have open permissions.

Signs that are covered:

Welcome to the Strip

Lucky 38 (entrance & side sign)

The Tops (sign and animated casino lights)

Monorail Station

Ultra Luxe (sign & building dome)

Vault21 (sign and building)

MichaelAngelo's

Goodsprings

Vikki & Vance

Bison Steve

Mojave Express

El Rey Motel

Helios One (entrance and 2x rooftop)

Entrance sign

Freeside small

Freeside big

Atomic Wrangler

Silver Rush

Welcome to New Vegas

Monte Carlo Suites

Plug and play. Should be compatible with everything. The mod touches several of the always-on neon sign meshes. I don't know of another mod that does that.

Load order shouldn't matter, but let weather mods, lucky 38 replacers, strip light region fix, have priority over this mod. Didn't notice a performance hit, but don't expect your FPS on The Strip to be higher with this mod.

If you want to be able to see the lights from farther away, e.g. see the Vault 21 lights from The Strip entrance you can add the following line under in your falloutcustom.ini

fLightLODRange=50000. 0

I'm using NVR, Desert Natural Weathers and High Resolution Bloom in the screens.

Thanks to Wall for his mesh editor. Wouldn't have considered doing this without it.

Check out my other mods:

Decent Prospector Saloon

Decent Yucca Trees

Distant Rock LOD Kit

Decent Rock Rubble

Sandstone Desert

Decent Muck Pools

Decent Rubble Piles

Sandy Roads

Grass Remesh

Rock Remesh

Rock Remesh -- DC

Parallax series -- Rocks variety

Vaultgirl's Delight -- The Female Vault Jumpsuit Replace

Hsiao Ching's Armored Silver Jumpsuit

PipBoy 3000 Remastered -- FIXED

Holy13 Canteen Remastered

PimpBoy 3 Billion Remastered -- 4k

Energy Visuals Plus 2. 0 -- EVE Patch

Strip and Freeside Wall Replacers

Decent LOD Kit

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Afterglow is a visual mod for Fallout: New Vegas that makes neon signs around the Mojave emit ambient light, adding color and atmosphere to night scenes. It's a lightweight, popular enhancement for players who want a more vibrant wasteland without overhauling the game's look.

✨ Key Features

Illuminates neon signs around the Mojave Wasteland
Adds ambient color and atmosphere to the game world
Allows players to bask in the glow of neon lights

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with nearly 3,000 endorsements and almost a million downloads
  • Simple concept that delivers exactly what it promises: neon signs now glow
  • Lightweight visual tweak that doesn't require a full graphics overhaul

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects neon signs—if you want broader lighting changes, this won't cut it
  • Last updated in September 2025—may not be compatible with future game patches or mods
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who love night-time exploration and want a bit more color and life in the Mojave. If you're a screenshot enthusiast or roleplayer who spends time in Vegas, this is a must-have. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a full lighting overhaul.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a simple visual mod, just drop the files into your Data folder and activate it in your mod manager.
  • If you use other lighting mods, load Afterglow after them to ensure the neon glow takes priority.
  • Check the mod's comments section for any reported conflicts with popular texture packs.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
goshko
Version
2.02
Downloads
948,072
Endorsements
2,973
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
11/11/2023
Updated
9/8/2025

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