Man on Fire NVSE

⭐ ⭐ (100 endorsements) 📥 13,964 downloads 📌 v1.0.1 📅 12/9/2025
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By Into the Rough · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/2/2026 📅 Created: 12/9/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 NVSE Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #369 of 383 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Man On Fire NVSE

Fire spreads. When an actor is burning, nearby actors will accumulate heat exposure and eventually catch fire themselves. The original attacker receives kill credit (and xp) for all victims of the spreading flames.

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  • []Actors near burning enemies gradually accumulate fire exposure

    []Once exposure reaches the threshold, they ignite

    []Fire resistance reduces exposure accumulation

    []Vanilla burning duration untouched

    []Exposure decays when away from flames

    []Being in water prevents catching fire (to exinguish, use my other mod Simple Water Extinguisher)

    []Kill attribution tracks back to the original fire source

    []Works with all fire-based magic effects (flamers, incendiary ammo, firebombs, etc.)

    []Just look:

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    You can see that fire will spread and then spread BACK and go on and on. But in combat? They have to be pretty close to catch fire.

    Config

    All settings are located in Config\ManOnFireNVSE.ini

    fIgnitionThreshold

    Seconds of continuous exposure required before an actor catches fire.

    Default: 2. 5

    fDecayRate

    How quickly exposure decays per second when the actor moves away from flames.

    Default: 1. 0

    fMaxRange

    Maximum distance (in game units) at which fire can spread between actors. Actors closer to the flames accumulate exposure faster.

    Default: 100. 0

    bUseFireResist

    When enabled, an actor's Fire Resistance stat reduces their rate of exposure accumulation. 100% fire resistance makes them immune to fire spread.

    Default: 1 (enabled)

    bPlayerImmune

    When enabled, the player cannot catch fire from nearby burning actors.

    Default: 0 (disabled)

    bCompanionsImmune

    When enabled, companions cannot catch fire from nearby burning actors.

    Default: 0 (disabled)

    Requirements

    • []xNVSE

      Source

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Man on Fire NVSE is a lightweight gameplay mod for Fallout: New Vegas that makes fire spread between actors based on time and resistance. It requires NVSE and has no plugin, making it a simple addition for players seeking more realistic fire behavior. With 100 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but functional choice.

✨ Key Features

Fire spreads from actor to actor based on time and resistance.
No plugin required, works with NVSE.
Lightweight and simple to install.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Simple and lightweight—no plugin means less bloat.
  • Adds a unique fire-spread mechanic that changes combat dynamics.
  • Recent update (Jan 2026) shows active maintenance.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires NVSE, so you need to set that up first.
  • Only 100 endorsements—small community, so less tested.
  • No documentation provided, so you're on your own for install details.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want more dynamic fire effects and don't mind a bit of setup. If you're into survival or hardcore mods, this adds a nice layer of danger. Skip if you prefer vanilla combat or don't want to bother with NVSE.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure NVSE is installed correctly—launch the game through NVSE loader, not the default launcher.
  • Since there's no plugin, just drop the files into your Data folder and activate via mod manager if needed.
  • Test with a save before relying on it in a serious playthrough—fire spread can be unpredictable.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Into the Rough
Version
1.0.1
Downloads
13,964
Endorsements
100
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
12/9/2025
Updated
1/2/2026

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