Simple Attack Reactions - Limb-Specific Animations
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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
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #27 of 212 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Simple Attack Reactions
I'm a simple NPC. I say, "Oof," I press [insert wounded appendage here].
This makes NPCs play limb-specific stagger animation when yelling out in pain.
(because they're yelling out in pain)
Requires kNVSE Animation Plugin and JIP LN NVSE Plugin.
(for the forceplayidle and runbatchscript commands)
AIO Edition: Plug & play
Editor Edition:
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[]After picking a main file, customize your experience with an update file (and maybe an optional file).[/]
[]Update and optional files do not have plugins - they are text files that adjust the reaction settings.[/]
[]Only pick one update file of each type, depending on whether you want DT to factor in staggers (A), and for the player or not (B).[/]
Recommended: Fire Weapon Any Time by PsychorGames - lets you shoot while staggered.
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Technical:
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[]Edits all Hit combat dialogue lines ("I'm hit!")("Damn!")("I'm hit!") by adding a script line that plays an animation depending on the hurt limb.[/]
[]This mod only launches its function when the effected line is uttered. No running scripts.[/]
[]It will work on children if you have a mod that lets you harm them (highly recommended).[/]
[]This does not work while NPCs are speaking their taunt lines. Gotta be something like, "Ugh!"[/]
[*]Player version: If you take damage from landing with a crippled leg, or stepping in a bear trap, or st
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[]Edits all Hit combat dialogue lines ("I'm hit!")("Damn!")("I'm hit!") by adding a script line that plays an animation depending on the hurt limb.[/]
Simple Attack Reactions adds a simple animation command line to each grunt when hit, providing limb-specific hit reactions. With 1,064 endorsements and 692,288 downloads, it's a popular animation mod for enhancing combat feedback. Last updated March 2026, it remains actively maintained.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (692k) shows it's a go-to for combat immersion.
- Limb-specific reactions add depth without overhauling the whole animation system.
- Actively updated (March 2026) — you know it's not abandoned.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects grunts, so if you wanted reactions for all NPCs, this won't cut it.
- No mention of mod manager support — might need manual file placement.
For players who want more visceral combat feedback without a full animation overhaul. If you're tired of enemies stiffly taking hits, this adds a touch of realism. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive combat animation pack.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (March 2026) to avoid crashes.
- If you're using other animation mods, test load order to ensure this one takes priority for hit reactions.
- Since the description lacks install details, look for a README or forum post if you're unsure where to drop the files.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- i3ncore
- Version
- AIO.1.2
- Downloads
- 692,288
- Endorsements
- 1,064
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 1/20/2023
- Updated
- 3/18/2026
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