Cloud Shadows
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #38 of 131 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A cloud shadows effect powered by Climate Control NVSE.
Cloud Shadows is a visual enhancement mod for Fallout: New Vegas that adds dynamic cloud shadows to the game world, powered by Climate Control NVSE. With 2,489 endorsements and 465,188 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more immersive lighting and atmosphere. Last updated in November 2023, it remains a relevant and well-received addition for those wanting to enhance the game's visuals without overhauling the entire look.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 2,489 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads
- Simple visual upgrade that makes the wasteland feel more alive
- Active maintenance as of late 2023, so it's not abandoned
⚠️ Cons
- Requires Climate Control NVSE, so you'll need to install that dependency first
- Only affects visuals, not gameplay—if you want new mechanics, this isn't it
- Cloud shadows might impact performance on lower-end rigs, though no benchmarks are provided
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a subtle but noticeable atmosphere boost without a full visual overhaul. If you're into immersive lighting and weather mods, this is a must-have. Skip if you're on a potato PC or prefer gameplay-focused mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have NVSE and Climate Control NVSE installed first, as Cloud Shadows depends on them.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of dependencies and load order.
- If you notice performance drops, try lowering shadow quality in the game's settings or check if other weather mods conflict.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- doodlum
- Version
- 1.0.2
- Downloads
- 465,188
- Endorsements
- 2,489
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 12/1/2022
- Updated
- 11/7/2023
🧩 Commonly Used Together
Users add these mods to the same collections — a real compatibility signal, not an AI guess.
🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods
Download from Nexus.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for New Vegas →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for New Vegas commands, item IDs, and more.
Keep browsing — more New Vegas mods await