Military Expansion Program
⚪ Last updated 2013⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #12 of 18 Guilds/Factions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Details ======= Future plans for \"upgrading\" various military bases and outposts to look the part, mostly with more NPCs since a lot of the vanilla area\'s are a little sparse (for their intended purpose, especially Camp McCarran). Currently the following area\'s have been \"upgraded\". Camp McCarran: -Adds a fence around Camp Golf -Adds an \"outpost\" at the far S end of Camp Golf/Lake Las Vegas -Adds several more guards to fill the empty guard stations -And more! Camp McCarran: -Adds about 40+ NPCs between the field and concourse -Some will be exercising -Some will be practicing at the shooting range -Some will be standing guard -And more! Ranger Stations: Echo Install ======= 1. Extract the files to a temporary location. 2. Examine the folder structure and make corrections where necessary. 3. Copy files to (install folder)\\Fallout New Vegas\\Data\\ 4. Start New Vegas Launcher, click \'Data Files\', place a checkmark beside the .esp file(s). Uninstall ========= 1. Start New Vegas Launcher, click Data Files, uncheck the .esp file(s). 2. Delete the files/folders associated with the mod. Upgrade ======= If upgrading from 0. 8 or 0. 85... In order to upgrade properly and ensure no wonkiness you need to perform a clean save: 1. Uninstall the old mod (Make sure you\'re not in any affected cells, anyplace without military is a safe location). 2. Start F:NV and make a new save. 3. Quit. 2. Install the new mod. 3. Start F:NV and play. Incompatibility =============== May have minor conflicts with any mod that edits the NavMesh for McCarran Field, Camp Golf and/or any of the various other objects throughout. Known Issues or Bugs ==================== You may experience some slow-down, depending on your computer, where you are, and whether or not all of the NPCs have decided to congregate in the same area for the time being. I tried my best to get them to split between area\'s evenly to keep a good balance of looking like a busy base and performance, but your mileage may vary. History ======= Version 0. 851 -Changed to . ESM format Version 0. 85 -Added a few things to Ranger Station Echo -Added to Camp Golf Version 0. 81 -Fixed two NPC\'s fighting to stand in the same location -Fixed NPC AI not updating unless you are in the same cell Version 0. 8 -Initial release
Military Expansion Program enhances Fallout: New Vegas military bases and outposts by adding more NPCs and improving their appearance. A popular mod with 4,388 endorsements and 127,240 downloads, last updated in 2013, it remains a staple for players seeking a more lived-in wasteland military presence.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (4,388 endorsements) — this mod is battle-tested
- Massive download count (127k+) proves it's a go-to for military immersion
- Simple concept, executed well: more soldiers and better bases
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013 — may have compatibility issues with newer mods or DLC
- No patches or compatibility notes provided by the author
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want military bases to feel alive and properly fortified. If you're tired of empty outposts and want more NPCs to fight or interact with, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls — this is purely an immersion boost.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, check if you're using any mods that alter the same military locations — conflicts could cause NPCs to not spawn.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or FOMM to install and manage load order easily.
- If you're playing with DLC, test the mod early to ensure no crashes in areas like the Divide.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Scarecrow
- Version
- 0.851
- Downloads
- 127,240
- Endorsements
- 4,388
- Category
- Guilds/Factions
- Created
- 10/24/2010
- Updated
- 11/24/2013
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