NPCs Can Miss
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #292 of 441 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adjusts all NPC accuracy so that those malnourished, drug-addled fiends with barely functional guns no longer have a shooting skill on par with Jerry Miculek.
Stance now plays a very big role. NPCs that are running will have their shots go everywhere. If they are standing or walking it will improve accuracy somewhat, but crouching NPCs firing from a supported position will be fairly accurate.
All of these settings already existed in-game but were set to insanely low values (or zero), so there will not be any performance loss
as this mod doesn't use any scripting to alter the NPC's accuracy. Unless you really want this game to be insanely easy you will need to
use one of the many mods that greatly increases damage, otherwise combat will offer little challenge.
Highly recommended mods to make NPC's use cover and tactics:
These mods aren't required, but NPC's will act odd without them by running at you while shooting instead of actually aiming, making them miss almost every shot.
Enemy AI - Tactics - NPC Healing
Combat Enhancer
Highly recommended mods to greatly improve shooting mechanics:
More Realistic Aiming
Immersive Recoil 2. 0
NPCs Can Miss is a gameplay overhaul that makes NPCs in Skyrim less accurate with their attacks, adding a layer of challenge and realism. With over 3,000 endorsements and 127,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a more balanced combat experience. Last updated in 2018, it remains a stable, lightweight mod.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 3,016 endorsements and 127,564 downloads show it's a proven mod.
- Adds a fresh layer of challenge without overhauling the entire combat system.
- Simple and effective—does exactly what it says, no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim version or other mods.
- The mod's effects are subtle; if you want a major combat overhaul, this won't satisfy you.
For Skyrim players who want a more realistic combat feel where enemies aren't laser-accurate. Perfect for those who find vanilla combat too easy and want a subtle challenge boost. Skip if you're looking for a full combat overhaul or if you play with mods that already adjust NPC accuracy.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Check if your other combat mods already modify NPC accuracy to avoid conflicts.
- Since the mod is from 2018, test it early in your load order to ensure it works with your current setup.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Me
- Version
- v1.4
- Downloads
- 127,564
- Endorsements
- 3,016
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 10/26/2018
- Updated
- 12/30/2018
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🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods
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