Pre-War Crossbow- A crossbow of the Wasteland Addon
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #82 of 367 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
Adds a single pre-war crossbow to Fallout: New Vegas, offering a silent ranged option for stealth-focused players. With 2,048 endorsements and 38,863 downloads, it's a well-received but simple weapon mod. Last updated in 2012, it may require compatibility checks with modern setups.
✨ Key Features
Adds a new crossbow weapon to the game.
The crossbow is themed as a pre-war weapon, fitting the Fallout aesthetic.
Provides a silent ranged alternative to firearms, ideal for stealth builds.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,048 endorsements and 38,863 downloads—clearly a mod many players trust.
- Simple, focused addition: one crossbow, no bloat, perfect for players who want a specific weapon without overhauling the game.
- The pre-war theme fits seamlessly into Fallout: New Vegas's lore and visual style.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012—over a decade old, so it may have compatibility issues with newer mods or game patches.
- Only adds one weapon; if you're looking for a full arsenal or crossbow pack, this won't satisfy.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a lore-friendly, silent ranged weapon to complement a stealth or survivalist playthrough. Also great for mod collectors who appreciate classic, well-endorsed additions. Skip if you need extensive weapon variety or modern mod features like custom animations or crafting integration.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a lore-friendly, silent ranged weapon to complement a stealth or survivalist playthrough. Also great for mod collectors who appreciate classic, well-endorsed additions. Skip if you need extensive weapon variety or modern mod features like custom animations or crafting integration.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2012, check if you're using a mod manager like Nexus Mods' Vortex or Fallout Mod Manager to ensure proper load order.
- If you're playing with other weapon mods, place this one in your load order after major overhauls to avoid conflicts.
- Test the crossbow in a new game or after clearing your save's cache to avoid issues with old saves.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- micalov
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 38,863
- Endorsements
- 2,048
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 10/3/2012
- Updated
- 10/3/2012
🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods
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