Performance Booster Pack
⚪ Last updated 2011⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #116 of 383 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
**1/10/2026 - Hi folks, with the TV show now including New Vegas I suspect this mod might see a small uptick in activity. I'll check comments periodically for questions. Remember to install/activate this mod after you have left Doc Mitchell's house for the first time, otherwise Goodsprings character dialogue will break.
Description:
Available for download are two mods intended to increase performance in certain areas for those on lower-end PCs or laptop computers.
Bushes Removed -
In an attempt to help increase performance in some areas for those on lower-end PCs and laptops, this mod removes all bushes from the wasteland. It should be noted that this mod does not remove any trees, hedgerows, or plants unique to Vault 22. In addition, it does not remove any plants that are farmable (Maize, Nevada Agave Fruit, etc.)
Below is a more technical list of what has been deleted:
EuonymusBush01
WastelandShrub01
CreosoteBushLg
CreosoteBushSm
NVSageBrush
Tumbleweeds Removed -
In an attempt to increase performance for those on lower end PCs or laptops, this mod removes all tumbleweeds from the wasteland.
Grass Removed -
To help increase performance for those on lower-end PCs and laptops, or if you just don't like grass, this file should remove all grass from the Fallout: New Vegas wasteland. NOTE: I have not done extensive testing with this file. If there are any issues or concerns, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Installation:
- Select a file (or all three) to download.
- Unpack the archive with WinRAR.
- Place your chosen .esp file into your Steam > steamapps > common > fallout new vegas > Data directory.
- Activate the file through FoMM or "Data Files" in the launcher.
- If you're starting a new game, enable these mods after completing the tutorial quest. It seems that if you leave Doc Mitchell's house with these mods enabled, the start of the quest will not trigger.
- Starting a new game with TumbleweedsRemoved.esp enabled may render you unable to holster/unholster, crouch, fire, or play the tutorial quests. If you're experiencing this, please wait until you have completed the tutorial quest before enabling the mod.
Compatibility:
Special thanks to chrisinnyshotgun for testing this mod with Roleplay Start v1. 2 and finding that it works completely bug-free as long as the "Classic" option is not enabled. The "Classic" option, from what I understand, begins the game at Doc Mitchell's ultimately resulting in the bugs mentioned above.
Extra Hints:
- Opening the console with the ` key and typing "tg" will disable/enable wasteland grasses. It should be noted that this method also disables Steam achievements for that playthrough. (Thanks KDStudios)
Performance Booster Pack is a lightweight gameplay mod designed to improve performance on lower-end PCs and laptops. With 782 endorsements and 38,793 downloads, it has a solid user base. Last updated in 2011, it may be outdated for current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Proven track record: 782 endorsements show it's trusted by the community.
- High download count (38,793) suggests many players found it useful.
- Targeted at lower-end systems, a niche that often gets overlooked.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2011 — likely incompatible with current game versions.
- No specific details on what it changes or how it boosts performance.
For players on older hardware who need a quick performance boost and are willing to try a dated mod. Skip if you're on a modern system or expect detailed documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with mods from 2011 before installing.
- Back up your original game files in case the mod causes issues.
- Consider using a mod manager to easily enable/disable this mod.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Donnerkeil
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 38,793
- Endorsements
- 782
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 5/27/2011
- Updated
- 7/12/2011
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