Mason Jar Mine REDUX - Fallout 3 Cut Content
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 👍 6.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #46 of 440 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
[READ]: This is the successor to my original Mason Jar Mine mod (found here). It has been improved in many ways, which I will go over in more detail below at the "What's New" Section.
I noticed while reading the Fallout Wikia that there was concept art made for an improvised Mason jar Mine. However, the idea never made it past the concept art stage. I was a bit surprised that no one had made a mod for this yet, so I decided to try my hand at making one.
I used existing meshes and textures to make the model and tried to keep it as close to the look of the Fallout 3 concept art as possible (with some artistic licence taken on my part).
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What's New:
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This version includes many fixes, improvements and additions by me and several other modders whom I got help from. Below is a list of the changes since the legacy version:
-The model was optimized by weijiesen (the creator of EVE) to reduce memory usage on low-end machines
-weijiesen also created a custom explosion effect: you can now see the red-hot nails as they explode outward, and some of them can be picked back up afterwards (some will be bent, but can be straightened at a workbench)
-weijiesen also found a way to remove Lonesome Roads DLC dependency by using the nail from the Nail Bat instead!
-weijiesen also fixed the first person issue where the player's hand was clipping through the mesh, and he additionally fixed the collision issues (the mines won't fall through the floor anymore).
-The addon mod Mason Jar Mine - Merchant by Jokerine has been merged into this mod. This means that the amazing little shop she created outside of Novac is now included in the main mod
-Bombina's store is now where you get the new schematic needed to make all three versions of the Mason Jar Mines. There is a safe in the back room next to her bed with all three schematics in it, as well as a little note with a bit of background on her that I wrote. SPOILER: If you have trouble picking the lock, reading the note will give you a hint for how to get the key!
-Several new high-quality custom icons were made for me for use with this mod. This includes icons for the misc. items needed to make the Mason Jar Mines, as well as the PipBoy icons used by the weapon versions (by default, the main download uses the male icon. If you wish to use the female icon, see the optional download section. Both were made by tragiverse, the creator of the Complete Vault Girl Interface). The misc. icons were also made by Jokerine.
-I will include the old male icons I made in the optional downloads section as well
Adds the mason jar mine from Fallout 3 concept art to the game, featuring three mine types: Timer, Proximity, and Detonator. Built from existing meshes, this compact mod offers a faithful recreation for lore enthusiasts. With 302 endorsements and 4,900 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Faithful to the concept art, using existing meshes for an authentic look.
- Three mine types give you options for different playstyles.
- Community-approved with 302 endorsements and 4,900 downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015, so it may not be compatible with the latest Fallout 3 patches or mods.
- Only adds one weapon type, so it's a minor addition for most players.
For Fallout 3 players who love cut content and want to experience what could have been. Also for collectors who enjoy adding unique, lore-friendly items to their game. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay changes or new mechanics.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple weapon mod, just drop the files into your Data folder and enable it in the launcher.
- If you use a mod manager like FOMM or Vortex, install it through that to keep your load order clean.
- Check for conflicts with other mods that alter mines or explosives, as they might override the same records.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Ulithium_Dragon
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 4,900
- Endorsements
- 302
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/27/2015
- Updated
- 9/4/2015
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