Retrievable Railway Spikes

⭐ ⭐ (185 endorsements) 📥 3,442 downloads 📌 v1.01 📅 11/4/2023
🟡 Updated this year

By S6S · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/26/2026 📅 Created: 11/4/2023
⚠️ 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📦 Tale of Two Wastelands 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
  • 🏆 #231 of 369 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This small esp-free file allows for retrieval of railway spikes from targets who are hit by TTW's railway rifle.

Only the standard TTW Railway Rifle is covered. This can easily be extended by simply duplicating the line in the text file and changing WeapRailwayRifle to any other weapon's editor ID.

Requirements:

JIP LN, xNVSE, Johnny, the usual stuff.

Installation:

Regular installation.

Please endorse and vote if you appreciate the mod.

Permissions:

Do whatever.

Support:

If you'd like to support my modding work or say thanks, feel free to donate via the Nexus or here at Ko-Fi.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This small esp-free file for Tale of Two Wastelands lets you retrieve railway spikes from targets hit by the railway rifle. It's a simple quality-of-life fix for players who want their ammo back. With 185 endorsements and recent updates, it's a reliable addition.

✨ Key Features

Allows retrieval of railway spikes from targets hit by TTW's railway rifle
Esp-free file, so it doesn't take up a load order slot
Recently updated (January 2026) for compatibility

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • No esp means it won't clutter your load order
  • Solves a real annoyance for railway rifle users
  • Active author — updated in January 2026

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects the railway rifle — niche use case
  • Requires Tale of Two Wastelands, so not for vanilla players
🎯 Is This For You?
For Tale of Two Wastelands players who love the railway rifle and hate losing spikes. If you're a completionist or just want less ammo grinding, this is a must-have. Skip if you don't use the railway rifle or don't play TTW.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have Tale of Two Wastelands installed before adding this mod.
  • Since it's esp-free, just drop the file into your Data folder and enable it in your mod manager.
  • Test with a few shots to confirm spikes are retrievable — if not, check your load order.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
S6S
Version
1.01
Downloads
3,442
Endorsements
185
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
11/4/2023
Updated
1/26/2026

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