Pip-Boy Stealth Boy Addon

⭐ ⭐ (843 endorsements) 📥 15,535 downloads 📌 v1.04 📅 10/24/2010
⚪ Last updated 2011

By LFox · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/18/2011 📅 Created: 10/24/2010
⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 NVSE Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 5.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #332 of 383 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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Fallout New Vegas

Pip-Boy Stealth Boy Addon v1. 04

Made by LFox

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1. INSTALLING THE PLUGIN

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1. Extract to Fallout New Vegas/Data and enable the plugin in

the Fallout New Vegas Launcher.

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2. Mod Description

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IMPORTANT: v1. 04+ requires NVSE to use the hotkey functionality

of this mod. Not having NVSE will either cause your game to

implode or more likely the hotkey simply will not work.

http://nvse.silverlock.org/

This mod adds a new type of Stealth Boy to the game along with

a config device for it.

While active the stealth field will give you a chamleon effect

of 75% which is identical to the normal stealth boy. It will

also raise your sneak skill by 10 points. Companion version is

The stealth field works in two ways. Global Override Mode

(PiP-Boy Stealth Boy Addon), this activates the stealth field

while standing or crouching/sneaking and you can turn it on

and off at will.

Automatic Mode (PiP-Boy Stealth Boy Config), when enabled it

will activate the stealth field when you start

crouching/sneaking and deactive it when you stop

crouching/sneaking.

Say you have automatic mode on, your crouching/sneaking and you

want to disable your stealth field temporarily. Rather than turn

automatic mode off entirely you can hit the stealth boy addon to

toggle the global override. This will change you from stealthed

while crouching/sneaking to unstealthed.

For quick access hotkey the stealth boy addon so you can override

your stealth settings at any time. You can also hotkey the

config device to change auto stealthing whenever you wish. NVSE

users can use the "M" hotkey to toggle the stealth field on and

off at will.

The Stealth Boy as well as its config device will appear under

the Aid section of your inventory and is for sale at Goodsprings

from Chet for the price of 2500 caps. You only need one of

each item extra stock was added in case you misplace your

items so you don't need to wait for it to respawn.

NOTE 1: Both the stealth boy and config device need to be toggled

once or twice before they will work properly.

NOTE 2: You will still be extremely easy to detect even while in

stealth mode if your standing. This is due to game mechanics.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This Fallout: New Vegas mod adds a toggleable Pip-Boy Stealth Boy device for permanent stealth, with an optional auto-toggle while sneaking and a companion version. Includes an NVSE hotkey. 843 endorsements and 15,535 downloads, last updated in 2011.

✨ Key Features

Adds a device that provides permanent stealth, toggled on and off at will.
Can be set to automatically toggle on while sneaking.
Includes a version for companions.
Adds an NVSE hotkey for quick activation.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 843 endorsements and over 15k downloads.
  • Flexible stealth control: toggle manually or auto-enable when sneaking.
  • Companion version included, so your buddies can stay hidden too.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011 — may have compatibility issues with current game versions and mods.
  • Requires NVSE, which adds an extra dependency and setup step.
  • Permanent stealth might trivialize sneaking gameplay for some players.
🎯 Is This For You?
For stealth-focused Fallout: New Vegas players who want a convenient way to stay hidden without constantly using consumables. Also great for players who want companions to sneak alongside them. Skip if you prefer a more challenging stealth experience or don't want to mess with NVSE.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure NVSE is installed and launched via its loader, not the default executable.
  • Use the in-game mod configuration to set the auto-toggle behavior to match your playstyle.
  • If you're using other stealth mods, test for conflicts in the Mojave Wasteland early on.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
LFox
Version
1.04
Downloads
15,535
Endorsements
843
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
10/24/2010
Updated
3/18/2011

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