Custom Race
⚪ Last updated 2010⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #272 of 344 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description =========== This mod allows you to edit the player mesh and texture without affecting any NPCs As well as the models and textures of all (8) Companions The base 0. 5 version does not require any other mods. Include the CustomRace-Ling.esp plugin and load it after CustomRace.esm to be fully compatible with Anthony Lings Coiffure (version 1. 0b and headgear fix) The CustomRace-Ling.esp plugin requires Anthony Lings Coiffure 1. 0b Due to my limited ability to take screenshots and fully test the new version, there may be bugs, so I would encourage you to report them and send in screens, thanks. Use Upgrade instructions for converting from version 0. 3 or 0. 4 Included are also 6 custom presets I made and added lashes(with ling plugin) to Companions Also included is an optional download a fully compatible Type3 Body and default textures (BaseHD, narrowershoulders and smaller hands) as approved By Dimon99 If you edit the .nif models make sure to use nifscope to point to the proper location of the textures(like it in the included files) PM me if you need help with doing so, so far there is no easier way to do so. Conflicts/Bugs ============== None detected so far. Install ======= 1. Extract the .zip file to your Fallou New Vegas/Data directory. 2. In launcher under Data activate CustomRace.esm 3. When you want to change the character textures/meshes replace the files according ly in meshes/CustomRace and textures/CustomRace folders. 4. Start a new game and select the Custom Race as your race. or use console command \"showracemenu\" Upgrade ======= 1. Load save game 2. Use console command \"showRaceMenu\" 3. Select from one of the default races 4. Save game 5. Delete folders meshes/CustomRace, and textures/CustomRace 6. Delete(if you have them) CustomRace.esp CustomRace.esm CustomRace-Ling.esp 7. Install new version and activate plugins 8. Load save 9. Use console command \"showRaceMenu\" and select \"Custom Race\" Uninstall ========= 1. Delete(if you have them) CustomRace.esp, CustomRace.esm CustomRace-Ling.esp, meshes/CustomRace, and textures/CustomRace History ======= 0. 30 first public release 0. 40 Anthony Lings Coiffure comapatible 0. 5 Added companion editing capability, and split files to esm and esp Credits ======= Thanks to Obsidian & Bethesda for creating Fallout New Vegas. Eon_1000 @ Fallout3Nexus for SCRace (I have permissions) EARACHE42 and Grayewolf for Anthony Lings Coiffure (et al) Dimon99 for Type3 body Licensing/Legal =============== Please ask me permissions to use this mod
Custom Race is a compact mod that lets you edit the player mesh and texture without affecting NPCs, and it's compatible with Anthony Lings Coiffure. With 611 endorsements and nearly 19k downloads, it's a niche but proven utility for players who want a personalized look.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 611 endorsements and nearly 19k downloads.
- Doesn't touch NPCs, so you can customize your character without changing the world.
- Works with Anthony Lings Coiffure, a popular hair mod.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2010 — may be outdated for current game versions.
- Limited to player mesh/texture editing; no other features.
For players who want to tweak their character's appearance without affecting NPCs, especially if you use Anthony Lings Coiffure. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or modern mod features.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's from 2010, check if your game version is compatible before installing.
- If you use a mod manager, try installing manually to avoid conflicts.
- Make a backup of your original player mesh/texture files before overwriting.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- SiberianExpress
- Version
- 0.5
- Downloads
- 18,975
- Endorsements
- 611
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 10/24/2010
- Updated
- 10/31/2010
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