RE8 Scrap Metal Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #108 of 208 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
-1k Uncompressed replacer/retexture for FNV.
- Just Drag and Drop or install with a mod manager, preferably Mo2.
All assets are owned by capcom, below is a link to capcom's non-commercial use disclaimer
- Weijiesen for the cubemap from eve
- me for ripping the files from RE8
- RE tool for ripping the files
- noesis tool for viewing the models
RE8 Scrap Metal Replacer is a simple texture/model mod for Fallout: New Vegas that swaps the scrap metal item's appearance to resemble the scrap metal from Resident Evil Village. With 392 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic tweak for fans of both games. Last updated in May 2022, it remains a lightweight addition for those wanting a fresh look.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 392 endorsements—players dig the RE8 aesthetic.
- Over 8,000 downloads show it's a popular pick for a quick visual change.
- Simple drop-in replacement—no complex setup, just install and play.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects scrap metal—if you wanted more RE8 items, this won't cover them.
- No screenshots or detailed install notes in the description, so you're flying blind until you try it.
- Last updated in 2022—might not be tested with the latest FNV patches or mods.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who love Resident Evil Village and want a subtle nod to it in their wasteland. Also for modders who appreciate simple, clean texture swaps. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a full RE8 conversion—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture/model replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no need to worry about load order for this one.
- If you're using a mod that also changes scrap metal, make sure this mod loads after it to see the RE8 look.
- Check the mod's file structure to ensure you're placing the meshes and textures in the right folders—usually under 'meshes' and 'textures'.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- xGeorgeM
- Version
- Final
- Downloads
- 8,343
- Endorsements
- 392
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 5/19/2022
- Updated
- 5/19/2022
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