Character Build Presets
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #42 of 57 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Easily save/load your character's stats during the character creation process.
In-game Builds Menu accessible via the character creation Race Menu.
Randomly generate character builds with a single press.
Export and share your builds via the generated preset .ini files.
Includes native controller support.
GENERAL
Presets can be loaded through the Race Menu during the character creation/respec process.
Character creation menus will be autopopulated with your preset as you progress through character creation.
Adds a "Preset" button to the SPECIAL, Tag Skills, and Traits menu to reset the menu to your current preset.
Option to save preset will appear on character creation completion.
LOAD PRESET
Press the new "BUILDS" button found in the character creation Race Menu.
Located on the first page or under the Character Preset Menu if installed.
Opens a message box where you can load an existing build or randomly generate a new one.
RANDOM PRESET
Generates new preset based on your game's current character creation parameters.
Randomly assigns Name, SPECIAL, Tag Skills, and Traits.
Generated preset can be loaded, rerolled, or discarded.
SAVE PRESET
Prompt to save your current build as a preset will appear at the end of the character creation process.
New Vegas: After character respect opportunity upon leaving Goodsprings.
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Character Build Presets is a utility mod that lets you save and load character stats during creation, export and share builds, and randomly generate new ones. With 551 endorsements and 176,663 downloads, it's a popular tool for players who want to streamline character creation or experiment with different stat distributions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive download count (176k) shows it's widely used and trusted.
- Saves time when recreating characters or testing different builds.
- Random generation adds fun for players who want a surprise.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated January 2026 — may not be compatible with future game patches.
- Only 551 endorsements compared to downloads suggests some users may have issues or it's not essential for everyone.
For players who frequently create new characters and want to skip re-rolling stats. Also great for theorycrafters who want to share optimized builds with the community. Skip if you rarely use character creation or prefer manual stat allocation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's page for any required dependencies or load order notes before installing.
- Use the export feature to share your builds on forums or with friends.
- If you're on a modded setup, test the mod with a fresh character to ensure it works with your other mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Stentorious
- Version
- 1.6.2
- Downloads
- 176,663
- Endorsements
- 551
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 11/1/2024
- Updated
- 1/8/2026
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