Skeletons In the Mojave

⭐ ⭐ (337 endorsements) 📥 8,367 downloads 📌 v1.01 📅 5/14/2015
⚪ Last updated 2015

By jet4571 · Creatures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/16/2015 📅 Created: 5/14/2015
⚠️ 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.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #14 of 21 Creatures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Mod adds skeletons to many locations throughout the wasteland. Some are friendly, some will shoot you on site Others may be ignoring you and doing their own thing. They level with the player and can be dangerous. They have a random weapon so it could be a endgame weapon they are firing at level 1 or a BB gun at endgame levels. This is not meant to be a horror mod, skeletons are not a horror genre exclusive.

TTW version is available in the Optional files. FO3 version is also available.

I made this an esm mod so if you do not like a skeleton at X location you can make a plugin that disables the offending skeleton. If you think they are overpowered, make a plugin that weakens them. Want them to use the weapons leveled instead of random? add the levels to the level lists in a plugin. Want to make a playable race? make a plugin. Did I put one in the abandoned house cell you made your house mod with and now it's making a mess of your interior, make a plugin that disables it. Those reasons and more are why I chose to make this an esm mod. You may make addons and plugins that modify this mod and upload your esp anywhere you want as long as it requires my esm from here. I would love to see what changes are made or what you add so please post a link in the comments.

The mod has been cleaned of all dirty edits, no locations were changed but several creatures were disabled in a few interiors. If a quest stops working and you think it was this mod that broke it... Sorry but nope wasn't this mod unless it was one of the disabled creatures that was a quest target and none of them were vanilla quest targets.

TTW version must be below TaleOfTwoWastelands.esm in your load order. FNV version below any of the DLC's but it doesn't require them.

TTW version requires all DLC. FNV version requires Fallout New Vegas and nothing else. No other mods required..

Uses 3 Umpa dance animations because dancing skeletons are funny, they are included. If it asks to overwrite them you can say yes or no, it doesn't matter I didn't change them and if another mod did then you probably want to keep theirs.

Lore Friendly? Yes they are! Bethesda added NVDLC03SkeletonAvg "Y-17 Animatronic Lab Skeleton" Though I don't remember seeing those and mine are not based on them. I didn't even know they existed until I had mine done and distributed. I used the clutter skeleton and added green glowing eyes. Consider them escaped lab skeletons or ghouls that fully rotted away. I don't care lol.

Credits. Umpa for the dance animations Emma for the forums used for Beta testing Sniffles for beta testing and ideas.

My other mods....

Fallout 4 mods: 12 Potted Trees Assault Combat Rifle resource Camo Bodysuit CBBE Genitals Classic style Nuka Cola Bottles

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Skeletons In the Mojave is a small creature mod for Fallout: New Vegas that adds hostile skeletons to the Mojave Wasteland. With 337 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads, it's a niche addition for players seeking extra undead enemies. Last updated in 2015, it remains a simple, straightforward content mod.

✨ Key Features

Adds skeletons to the Mojave Wasteland that will attack the player.
Simple creature mod with no additional features described.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Decent community support with 337 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads.
  • Adds a new enemy type to spice up the wasteland.
  • Lightweight and straightforward—no complex mechanics to learn.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015—may have compatibility issues with current game versions or mods.
  • Limited scope—only adds skeletons, no other content or enhancements.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a bit more undead action in the Mojave. If you're looking for a simple enemy addition without extra features, this might fit. Skip if you want lore-friendly or lore-rich content, as the mod is minimal.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod is from 2015, check if you're using any mods that overhaul creature spawns—they might conflict.
  • If you use a mod manager, install manually by dropping files into your Data folder to avoid overwrite issues.
  • Make sure to load this mod before other creature mods in your load order to ensure skeletons appear.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
jet4571
Version
1.01
Downloads
8,367
Endorsements
337
Category
Creatures
Created
5/14/2015
Updated
5/16/2015

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