Pip-Boy 2501
⚪ 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
- 👍 5.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #115 of 344 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Pip-Boy 2501
DESCRIPTION:
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This mod will replace your arm-mounted vanilla Pip-Boy with the handheld "Pip-Boy 2501" - the special protected modification of the widget with radmeter, in shock-proof and water resistant implementation to help your survival experience.
High resolution (2K) textures. There are currently available 9 variants to choose from, choose whatever suits your tastes.
REQUIREMENTS:
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New Vegas Script Extender
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The Pip-Boy 2501 is also available for Fallout 3, get it here: https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout3/mods/23114
INSTALLATION:
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1. Download the file.
2. Unpack the archive and copy new files to your Fallout NV\Data folder. Overwrite existing files when asked. It is recommended that you perform a backup of the files you are about to replace in case you decided to uninstall / revert the mod.
3. Enable 'Pipboy2501.esp' with FOMM.
4. In FOMM you have to go to the buttons at the top & select: Tools - Archive Invalidation.
5. (RECOMMENDED!) Start new game.
6. Wait for a message to appear in the top-left corner that tells you the Pip-Boy 2501 has been activated. Press your Pip-Boy key (Default: Tab) to view your Pip-Boy 2501.
7. (Optional) Go to the ITEMS section and enter the AID tab. Find and use the to configure your Pip-Boy. You will be able to activate various fixes as well as modify how large the Pip-Boy appears on-screen (FOV).
8. (Optional) If you're running on a low resolution, you may not be able to hit the STATS/ITEMS/DATA buttons with your mouse. If so, use the F1/F2/F3 keys to switch between these menus to get to the to change the FOV.
UNINSTALLATION:
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You must follow these instructions exactly, or your Pip-Boy may become glitched!
1. Use the in-game tool to uninstall. Quick-save and quit the game. Uninstall the mod in your mod manager, this should remove the . ESP and the animation files (. KF).
2. Start the game again and confirm that the Pip-Boy 3000 and your original wrist-look animations have returned.
If so, skip to step 5.
If not, continue on to step 3.
3. If your original Pip-Boy wrist look animations have not returned, do NOT save, quit the game, and manually delete following folders and files:
textures\pipboy2501
meshes\pipboy2501
meshes\characters\_1stperson\locomotion\female\pipboyfemale.kf
meshes\characters\_1stperson\locomotion\male\pipboy.kf
4. Upon loading the game again, if the actual Pip-Boy 3000 is not visible on your wrist, try typing "player.additem 00015038 1
Pip-Boy 2501 is a cosmetic mod for Fallout 4 that replaces the vanilla arm-mounted Pip-Boy with a handheld model featuring high-resolution 2K textures. It offers 9 visual variants, allowing players to customize the look of their Pip-Boy to suit their preferences. With nearly 2,000 endorsements and over 37,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a fresh aesthetic.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,936 endorsements and over 37k downloads—clearly a hit.
- 2K textures give it a crisp, detailed look that fits modern setups.
- 9 variants mean you can switch up the style without much hassle.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—might have compatibility issues with newer game patches or DLC.
- Cosmetic only—if you want gameplay changes, this isn't for you.
For Fallout 4 players who want a fresh look for their Pip-Boy without messing with gameplay. If you're into lore-friendly or retro-futuristic aesthetics, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for functional changes or if you're on a mod setup that requires frequent updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM to install and manage the variants easily.
- Check the mod's posts section for any user-reported compatibility issues with DLC or other Pip-Boy mods.
- If you're using other Pip-Boy retextures, make sure this mod loads after them to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- front210
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 37,637
- Endorsements
- 1,936
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 7/2/2018
- Updated
- 7/2/2018
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