Snow Globes Performance Fix
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #17 of 22 Performance mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Changes the particle lifetime of the Snow Globe collectables to allow for more optimal frame times and less strain on the engine.
Installation Instructions:
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- Copy folder into your "Fallout New Vegas\data" directory or install via Vortex or Mod Organizer 2.
Compatibility:
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Should work with everything as long as nothing overwrites the following meshes:
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_fortmormon.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_goodsprings.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_hooverdam.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_mtcharleston.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_nelis.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_testsite.nif
- data\meshes\clutter\snowglobes\snowglobes_thestrip.nif
- data\meshes\nvdlc01\clutter\snowglobe\nvdlc01snowglobe.nif
- data\meshes\nvdlc02\clutter\snowglobe\nvdlc02snowglobe.nif
- data\meshes\nvdlc03\clutter\snowglobebigmt\nvdlc03snowglobebigmt.nif
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A performance mod that reduces the particle lifetime of Snow Globe collectables to improve frame times and reduce engine strain. Ideal for players experiencing FPS drops near these items. With 322 endorsements and 133,909 downloads, it's a popular lightweight fix.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 322 endorsements and over 133k downloads
- Directly targets a specific performance issue without overhauling the game
- Simple, focused fix that likely works with minimal setup
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects Snow Globes — other performance issues remain untouched
- Last updated in August 2024 — may not be compatible with future game patches
For players who notice frame drops when near Snow Globe collectables and want a quick, targeted fix. Skip if you're looking for broader performance improvements or don't care about these specific items.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod files directly into your game's Data folder if manual installation is required.
- Check if the mod requires a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 — if not, manual drop-in is fine.
- Test performance near a Snow Globe before and after to see the improvement.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- GameDev1995
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 133,909
- Endorsements
- 322
- Category
- Performance
- Created
- 8/18/2024
- Updated
- 8/19/2024
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