Metal Armor MkI
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #143 of 156 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The mod adds to the game Metal Armor from Fallout.
You can buy this from some merchants or pick it up from raiders.
I recommend using it together with "Rifle Clipping Fix" https://www.nexusmods.com/newvegas/mods/40150
There is no and is not planned compatibility with bodyreplacers.
Installation:
copy files from the archive to the Data folder, connect the plugin.
delete mod files.
Everyone is allowed to use the resources of this mod. No need to ask me for permission.
Metal Armor MkI is a compact cosmetic mod that adds the iconic Metal Armor from Fallout to the game. With 548 endorsements and over 70,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking authentic Fallout aesthetics. Last updated in September 2020, it remains a stable addition for fans of the series.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 548 endorsements and 70k downloads – clearly a hit.
- Brings authentic Fallout style to your game, perfect for lore-friendly builds.
- Simple and focused – does one thing and does it well.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020 – might have compatibility issues with newer game versions.
- Cosmetic only – if you want stats or crafting, this isn't it.
For Fallout fans who want to rock the classic Metal Armor in their game. If you're into lore-friendly cosmetics and don't mind a bit of uncertainty about compatibility, this is for you. Skip if you need gameplay changes or detailed documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's file structure – if it's a simple mesh/texture replacer, just drop it in your Data folder.
- Since it's from 2020, test it in a save you don't care about to ensure it works with your current game version.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to easily enable/disable if issues arise.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- MarsPistol
- Version
- 1.4
- Downloads
- 70,116
- Endorsements
- 548
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 7/19/2019
- Updated
- 9/26/2020
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