Gunsmithing
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 435 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A smallish mod that adds gunsmithing to NV, so you can break down and build weapons your damn self, instead of relying on NPCs all the time. Mod is abandoned, please stop asking me to update or fix things in it.
Gunsmithing is a compact Fallout: New Vegas mod that lets you break down and build weapons yourself, reducing reliance on NPCs. It has 631 endorsements and 12,729 downloads, but the author has abandoned it and requests no further update requests.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 631 endorsements and over 12k downloads.
- Fills a niche for players who want more crafting control in New Vegas.
- Lightweight and focused—doesn't overhaul the whole game, just adds gunsmithing.
⚠️ Cons
- Abandoned since 2018—no fixes for potential compatibility issues with newer mods or DLC.
- Author explicitly refuses to update or fix anything, so bugs may remain.
- Small scope means it might not add enough depth for players expecting a full crafting overhaul.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who enjoy crafting and want to break down and build weapons without relying on vendors or NPCs. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive crafting overhaul or expect ongoing support.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is abandoned, test it early in your playthrough to ensure it works with your load order.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily enable/disable if issues arise.
- Check the mod's comments section for user-reported compatibility patches or workarounds.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Puppettron
- Version
- 4.4.2
- Downloads
- 12,729
- Endorsements
- 631
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 5/14/2013
- Updated
- 12/9/2018
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