HD Moon 2K - NASA Satellite Images
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #33 of 344 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Included in Desert Natural Weathers.
HD 2K Retexture of the in game moon using NASA satellite images.
Load after weather mods or any mod that might affect moon textures.
If using ENB, set fix transparency bugs to 0 in enblocal.ini.
You may need to adjust moon intensity and moon curve under sky in the ENB GUI.
Press shift+enter to bring it up in game.
Credits: NASA, Nehred, Lucas9, TheSeekker, Slavdrew20, Camo (RWL)
Recommend mods:
Night Sky Tweaks
Enhanced Vanilla Stars
Looks best with weather mods that have dark night sky coloring.
HD Moon 2K replaces the in-game moon with a 2K texture based on NASA satellite imagery, offering a more realistic lunar surface. A 1K version is also available for lower-end systems. This is a simple, visual-only mod for players who want a more accurate moon.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 584 endorsements and over 53,000 downloads.
- Simple drop-in texture replacement—no complex setup.
- NASA imagery ensures authentic detail.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects the moon—no other celestial bodies or gameplay changes.
- Last updated in December 2023—may not be compatible with future game updates.
- No preview images or installation instructions provided by the author.
For players who want a more realistic moon without overhauling the entire sky. Perfect for screenshot enthusiasts and modders who appreciate visual fidelity. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a complete sky overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
- If you have a lower-end PC, try the 1K version for better performance.
- Check the mod's file structure to ensure you're placing the textures in the correct folder.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Scott Clam - Lucas9
- Version
- 3.0
- Downloads
- 53,838
- Endorsements
- 584
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 10/12/2021
- Updated
- 12/21/2023
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