Max Level Cap 255 and Perk Every Level
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #413 of 441 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The New Vegas Script Extender (NVSE) which this mod requires in order to function will not work with the Bethesda. Net version of Fallout New Vegas.
This is due to the Bethesda. Net version of Fallout New Vegas having been recompiled before release there.
The game becomes unstable and will likely instantly crash when leveling up to level 99 if level 99 is not set to the maximum level.
If you are worried about this happening, you can use the Level 99 and Perk Every Level version instead.
If you are already using the level 255 version or the level 102 version, don't worry; even though the game will complain that a mod is missing when you try to load a saved game, everything will work the way it is supposed to if you switch to the level 99 version.
255 is (by data type) the maximum possible level for Fallout: New Vegas, due to the data type used for the semi-variable.
Level 99 is the actual maximum available (in a stable manner) due to a bug/oversight in the New Vegas code.
1 perk per level is the maximum number of perk points available without significant scripting.
(It is probably possible to trigger additional perk points per level, but not through the simple changes this mod makes.)
--I have only tested this with the Ultimate Edition, but it should be compatible with all (or no) DLC.
-This mod is compatible with Project Nevada
--Load this mod after Project Nevada in the load order.
--Save and reload your game any time you modify Project Nevada Mod Configuration Menu settings.
-This mod is semi-incompatible with mods that modify either of the mentioned semi-variables.
(GECK variables iMaxCharacterLevel and/or iLevelsPerPerk.)
This mod may work with a mod that changes either of those, but you will need to test it for yourself.
-Alternative versions which only change iMaxCharacterLevel are available under optional files.
--These alternative version come in both level 255 and level 99. (The level 102 version is depreciated.)
-Alternative versions which only change iLevelsPerPerk are available under optional files.
--These alternative versions can change the levels per perk to 1, 3, 4, or 5.
-The iMaxCharacterLevel standalone and one iLevelsPerPerk standalone (of your choice) will work together.
NVSE - http://nvse.silverlock.org/
NMM or FOMM
Start New Vegas and save your game.
Install NVSE. (If not already installed.)
Copy the LVL255PEL.esp file to the Fallout:
Max Level Cap 255 and Perk Every Level is a New Vegas NVSE mod that raises the maximum character level to 255 (from 50 with all DLC) and grants a perk every level instead of every two. Designed for players using community content packs that add more perks and want extended playtime. Requires NVSE.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge level cap extension (255) means you can keep progressing long after vanilla limits.
- Perk every level makes builds more flexible and lets you grab more of those community perks.
- Community-approved with 2,168 endorsements and over 72k downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires NVSE, so you need to set that up first if you haven't already.
- Last updated in 2018 — might have issues with newer game versions or mod setups.
- Perk every level can make you overpowered fast if you're not careful with balance mods.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want to stretch their playthroughs and experiment with tons of perks, especially if you run perk-heavy mods. Skip if you prefer a balanced, vanilla-like progression or don't want to bother with NVSE.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure NVSE is installed correctly and launch the game through the NVSE loader, not the default exe.
- If you use a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2, add this mod and ensure it's placed after any mods that alter leveling.
- Pair with a perk overhaul mod to take full advantage of the extra perk slots without breaking balance.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- nccvoyager
- Version
- 1.0-1.1
- Downloads
- 72,623
- Endorsements
- 2,168
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 3/7/2018
- Updated
- 7/23/2018
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🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods
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