Improved Traits

⭐ ⭐ (593 endorsements) 📥 23,557 downloads 📌 v3.2.0 📅 7/28/2018
⚪ Last updated 2022

By VoidNotNull · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/17/2022 📅 Created: 7/28/2018
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #223 of 383 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Description:

Once upon a time, back in the days of yore, when I used to play New Vegas on the 360, I used traits, both vanilla and OWB ones, however I eventually took a step back and realized how ridiculous the OWB ones are. So, I decided to tweak some of the vanilla traits and redid the OWB ones.

What it Does:

This mod as of 3. 0. 0 completely overhauls the vanilla traits to effectively remove all SPECIAL buffs and debuffs, replacing them with effects that simulate what was replaced, as well as adds 2 new traits. (Classic is no longer being maintained)

Main Version:

• Built to Destroy - Effects increased to +5 Crit Chance, +25% equipment degradation rate.

• Fast Shot - Fire rate bonus increased to 25%, spread penalty increased to 25% (in VATS) and 50% (player arm sway).

• Four Eyes - Increases/decreases weapon accuracy by 15%.

• Good Natured - Vanilla effects.

• Heavy Handed - Vanilla effects.

• Kamikaze - Increases AP by 20, increases change to get critically hit by 50%.

• Loose Cannon - Vanilla effect, now effects all thrown weapons.

• Small Frame - Decreases chance to get critically hit by 25%, increases limb damage taken by 25%.

• Trigger Discipline - Now gives 50% bonus crit damage instead of bonus accuracy, fire rate penalty increased to 25%.

• Wild Wasteland - Vanilla effects.

• Claustrophobia - Increases/decreases move speed by 10%.

• Early Bird - Increases/decreases VATS cost by 30/15%.

• Hoarder - Increases Carry Weight by 25, decreases AP regeneration by 25% when below 150 lbs.

• Hot Blooded - Increases damage by 15%, decreases reload speed/swing speed by 15%.

• Logan's Loophole - Vanilla effects.

• Skilled - Vanilla effects, fixed.

• Gifted - Increases all SPECIALs by 1, decreases Skill Rate by 2.

• One In A Million - Increases critical hit damage by 100%, decreases critical hit chance by 50%.

(If you want ones of the new traits but don't want to start a new game, open console using ~ and type showtraitmenu)

Recommended Mods:

Yukichigai Unofficial Patch: Never play without YUP, it is the ultimate unofficial patch for New Vegas and fixes thousands of bugs and mistakes, both big and small.

Unofficial Patch NVSE: A collection of bug fixes that require and utilize NVSE and JIP LN.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Improved Traits by VoidNotNull edits several vanilla traits and introduces two new ones, offering a modest gameplay tweak for Project Zomboid. With 593 endorsements and over 23,000 downloads, it's a community-accepted choice for players wanting trait variety without overhauling the system.

✨ Key Features

Edits some vanilla traits to adjust their effects.
Adds two new traits to the game.
Last updated in July 2022, indicating recent maintenance.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 593 endorsements and over 23k downloads.
  • Adds two new traits for extra build variety.
  • Tweaks existing traits to rebalance gameplay.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only two new traits might not satisfy players wanting a major overhaul.
  • Last updated in 2022, so compatibility with the latest game version is uncertain.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Project Zomboid players who want a subtle shake-up to trait balance without a full overhaul. If you're a veteran looking for new build options, the two new traits add a bit of spice. Skip if you prefer vanilla balance or want a comprehensive trait expansion.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod edits vanilla traits, check the in-game trait descriptions after installing to see the changes.
  • If you're using other trait mods, load order might matter—place Improved Traits after them to ensure its edits apply.
  • Test the new traits in a sandbox game before committing to a long-term run.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
VoidNotNull
Version
3.2.0
Downloads
23,557
Endorsements
593
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
7/28/2018
Updated
7/17/2022

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