Cowboy Perk improved

⭐ ⭐ (323 endorsements) 📥 9,432 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 10/7/2017
⚪ Last updated 2018

By oscarvdhooft · Perks

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/3/2018 📅 Created: 10/7/2017
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #16 of 27 Perks mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

The Cowboy perk was missing a few weapons, and I also thought the requirement was kinda odd, so I fixed that.

Affected weapons:

  • []Police Pistol

    []Caravan Shotgun

    []Sturdy Caravan Shotgun

    []Sawed-Off Shotgun

    []Big Boomer

Perk requirements:

  • []45 Guns OR

    []45 Melee OR

    []45 Explosives

No longer do you have to get 45 in both melee and guns when you're using just one of the two skills, and maybe you use neither but want the skill anyway for explosives.

Optional file:

  • Adds the Hunting Rifle and Paciencia aswell as the aforementioned weapons and perk requirement changes

Made as a request. Pick whichever you want.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Cowboy Perk improved expands the Cowboy perk in Fallout: New Vegas to include the police pistol, caravan shotgun, big boomer, and sawed-off shotgun. It also relaxes the perk's skill requirements, allowing players to qualify with 45 in Guns, Melee, or Explosives instead of just Guns. A small but well-received tweak for perk-focused builds.

✨ Key Features

Adds police pistol, caravan shotgun, big boomer, and sawed-off shotgun to the Cowboy perk's affected weapons.
Changes perk requirements to require 45 in either Guns, Melee, or Explosives, instead of only Guns.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 323 endorsements and over 9,400 downloads.
  • Makes the Cowboy perk more flexible for hybrid builds that invest in Melee or Explosives.
  • Adds four new weapons to the perk's list, giving more variety for cowboy-style playthroughs.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2018, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches or mods.
  • Only affects the Cowboy perk; players expecting broader changes will be disappointed.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who love cowboy-themed builds and want more weapon options under the Cowboy perk. Also for those who want to invest in Melee or Explosives without missing out on the perk's benefits. Skip if you're looking for a major overhaul or don't use the Cowboy perk.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod only changes perk data, it's safe to install mid-playthrough, but always keep a save before adding mods.
  • If you use other perk overhaul mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes take effect.
  • Check that your game version is up to date, as the mod hasn't been updated since 2018.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
oscarvdhooft
Version
1.1
Downloads
9,432
Endorsements
323
Category
Perks
Created
10/7/2017
Updated
12/3/2018

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