Bouncing Natural Botany(BnB)

⭐ ⭐ (865 endorsements) 📥 45,401 downloads 📌 v3.01 📅 2/20/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Ashens2014 · Overhauls

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/16/2024 📅 Created: 2/20/2023
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #20 of 71 Overhauls mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Introduction

This completely changes all of the games Vanilla Trees into "physics" based Animations very similar to the way the Vanilla Flags are done but just applied to the trees . The main Goal I had while working on this was the trees located at and around Jacobs town, which is the tree in the image above. However I have worked on pretty much every other tree and a few plants have been  converted over to this style of Animation .

I hope this is a good contribution to your fantasy world :) .  This has no requirements and no ESP, yes its espless!  so just install in your preferred manner and you are good to go, quick and easy .

Also I believe I have fixed some base game collision issues present in the yucca and josh trees - see REF 1

 

Performance

I don't want to discourage people from using this, but of course as this is an augmentation to a game with a wacky engine  it will come with a performance penalty depending on your gear. I advise that you download the mod and try it out at Jacobs town and the strip.

Also its good to keep in mind that if you are experiencing issues its unlikely your hardware and more engine limitations, so try the main version and if all is good for you then Fantastic! - in small scales every asset in this mod works fine with good performance, but in areas such as Jacobs town and the strip the engine appears to struggle massively passed a certain threshold with some of my assets.

with all this said I have removed many of the mods original assets and released the "Pruned" edition of the mod until I optimize the assets for others.

or you could use

Animated Foliage for Fallout New vegas at Fallout New Vegas - mods and community (nexusmods.com)

which is a very basic foliage animation mod

alternatively you could install the basic mod above and then overwrite it with the Pruned Edition of this mod - which would restore alot of the removed content although to a lesser "quality" but nonetheless will add movement for almost no performance cost.

This is a version of the mod with a lot of the heavy assets removed - very unlikely to be responsible for any drops in performance -

with normal version of the mod Jacobs Town and the strip could experience issues - This version removes most of those assets

Requirements

None, it works fine with the base game, but I do suggest getting some of the brilliant engine augmentations available.

Compatibility

During the development I went above and beyond to preser

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Bouncing Natural Botany (BnB) is an overhaul mod that replaces vanilla tree meshes with wind reaction animations, bringing dynamic movement to foliage. With 865 endorsements and 45,401 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more lifelike environments. Last updated in February 2024, it remains a solid option for visual enhancement.

✨ Key Features

Overhauls vanilla tree meshes to use wind reaction animations
Adds dynamic wind movement to trees for a more lifelike environment
Popular overhaul with 865 endorsements and 45,401 downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 865 endorsements — clearly a hit with players
  • High download count (45,401) shows real demand for livelier trees
  • Simple concept, big visual payoff: trees that sway with the wind

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects trees, not other vegetation like grass or bushes
  • Last updated in February 2024 — may not be compatible with future game patches
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want a more immersive, dynamic world without overhauling the entire game. If you're tired of static trees and want a subtle but noticeable visual upgrade, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes — this is purely cosmetic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a mesh replacement, make sure to back up your original tree meshes if you want to revert easily.
  • Check if the mod requires a mod manager for proper installation — if not, manual file placement should work fine.
  • If you're using other tree mods, test for conflicts — this mod may override or be overridden by them.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Ashens2014
Version
3.01
Downloads
45,401
Endorsements
865
Category
Overhauls
Created
2/20/2023
Updated
2/16/2024

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