New Vegas Randomizer

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,168 endorsements) 📥 96,341 downloads 📌 v0.86 📅 1/22/2021
⚪ Last updated 2022

By Josie · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/15/2022 📅 Created: 1/22/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 5 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 ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #352 of 441 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

WHAT GETS RANDOMIZED

• Creature spawns (they retain their factions, AI packages, and sometimes their name) (almost done)

• Perk level requirements

• Player's starting stats (you're still free to make changes with the Vigor Tester)

• Player's tagged skills (you're still free to change them during character creation)

• Player's starting inventory

• NPC and creature size

• Jump height (every 5 seconds, jump height will shift by between 5% and 10% in either direction)

• Weather (every 5 seconds, there's a 5% chance the weather will change)

• Gravity (every 5 seconds, gravity will shift by between 5% and 10% in either direction)

• NPC inventories

• Merchant inventories and spending money (barely done)

• Container inventories (almost done)

• Barter buy and sell base price multipliers.

• Monetary rewards for completing quests.

*Can be toggled on or off at the start of the game

ADDITIONAL CHANGES

• Tutorials and DLC pop-up messages have been disabled

• Equip slots of most headwear have been changed to maximize what can be worn together

• NPCs are more reckless with weapons that deal splash damage

REQUIREMENTS

• A copy of Fallout: New Vegas, and all DLCs

• New Vegas Script Extender

• The JIP LN NVSE plugin

• An FNV mod manager of your choice

• A way to unpack compressed files

INSTALLATION

-1. If you haven't already, install New Vegas Script Extender, the JIP LN NVSE plugin, and a mod manager.

0. Download this mod, and unpack it.

1. Open your New Vegas install folder, then find and open the Data folder.

2. Drag the contents of NVRNG.rar into the Data folder.

3. Make sure NVRandomizer.esp is at the bottom of your mod manager's load order.

4. Remember to start a new game!

SUGGESTED MODS

• World Randomizer, by HonestSignal (It randomizes doors!!)

• Random Word Generator, by hman101 (It randomized all kinds of in-game text!)

• Random Character Generator, by PlatinumShad0w

• NV Randomizer Weather and Music Add-On, by PlatinumShad0w

SPECIAL THANKS

• Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel, Paul Connelly, and Hugues LE PORS, the creators of New Vegas Script Extender

• jazzisparis, the creator of JIP LN NVSE

• my nefarious common law wife, without whom this mod could not exist

HOW YOU CAN HELP

• Give the mod a try, and tell me what you think in the comments!

• Suggest more things for m

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

New Vegas Randomizer is a comprehensive gameplay randomizer for Fallout: New Vegas, offering a fresh experience by shuffling items, enemies, and more. With 3,168 endorsements and 96,341 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking replayability. Last updated in 2022, it remains a go-to for randomizer fans.

✨ Key Features

Randomizes various game elements to provide a new experience each playthrough.
One of the first major randomizers for Fallout: New Vegas.
High community trust with 3,168 endorsements.
Widely downloaded with 96,341 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 3,168 endorsements — clearly a lot of people vouch for it.
  • Massive download count (96k+) shows it's been tried and tested by a huge player base.
  • Being one of the first major randomizers means it set the standard for others.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022 — might have compatibility issues with newer mods or game patches.
  • Randomizers can break quests or soft-lock progress — be prepared for weirdness.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas veterans who have played the game to death and want a fresh, chaotic experience. Also for players who enjoy challenge runs and unpredictable gameplay. Skip if you prefer a stable, story-driven playthrough without surprises.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make a backup of your save files before enabling the randomizer, as it can drastically alter game balance.
  • Check the mod's forum or comments for any known issues or patches, since it hasn't been updated since 2022.
  • Consider using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily toggle the randomizer on and off.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Josie
Version
0.86
Downloads
96,341
Endorsements
3,168
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
1/22/2021
Updated
2/15/2022

🧩 Commonly Used Together

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🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods

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📖 Full step-by-step install guide for New Vegas →

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