ST Terrible Super Mutants - A Super Mutant Race

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,617 endorsements) 📥 83,866 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 11/2/2011
⚪ Last updated 2011

By SmileyTops · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/11/2011 📅 Created: 11/2/2011
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #387 of 441 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

SmileyTops\' Terrible Super Mutants - Playable Super Mutant Race - - - - Update: - - - - V1_1, Decided to add a little content with the fixes. Includes Nightkin, A new perk - Disciple, allows you to recruit remnants of the Master\'s army to your cause A few fixes. Notably, NCR rep change toned down (forgot that they tried to murder people they shun), Vault 21 suit will be replaced with Super Mutant work clothes properly, shouldn\'t be attacked by a lone Black Mountain Nightkin anymore, centaurs are now neutral. /New file. Alternate Heads. Includes a selection of three alternate heads to choose from. - - - - Description: - - - - I once again set out to create a Dog race, this time I ended up with Super Mutants. This mod will let you select a playable Super Mutant Race at character creation. It also includes Super Mutant unique traits/perks to help you feel more like a Super Mutant. A Nightkin race is now also available. - - - - ST Terrible Super Mutants - - - - Along with looking like a Super Mutant, this includes a few extras to help you feel like one too. As a Super Mutant you receive the following inherent attributes:

  • []+2 STR []+1 END []+25 Poison Resist []+6 DT, +25% DR []+20% DMG []Radiation Immunity and Recovery (You have full Radiation Resistance, will not suffer negative effects from Radiation and you will lose 3 Rads every 5 seconds. Had to make a change to the base Radiation Actor Effects, so beware of conflicts if you have another mod that alters it.) []You start off Neutral to the Black Mountain Faction []-2 INT []-1 AGL []-1 CHA []Have to use Super Mutant armors (Tried to provide a nice selection of armors. Well you can use regular armor, but you look ridiculous) []-20% XP Gain []-30% ACC with one-handed guns []You start off with +2 Infamy with the NCR.
As a Nightkin you receive similar attributes, with the following differences: (These are to represent the Nightkin\'s increasing uneasiness, and aggravating schizophrenia, with being seen. Beyond this, I decided to leave the practice of the Nightkin\'s psychosis up to you the player to RP as you see fit)
  • []You receive the 20% Damage when you are not under the effect of a Stealth Field []- 2 Int only applies when you are not under the effect of a Stealth Field. []You receive -10% accuracy when you are not under the effect of a Stealth Field []When under the effect of a Stealth Field your damage bonus is reduced to 10%
Super Mutant Only Traits (two of which are based on the Traits from Fallout Tactics) Chosen - FormID XX00109E You are one of the Master\'s greatest creations. Stronger, tougher, and retaining your intellect. However, you lack the simple brutality of your less intelligent cousins. You do not suffer the -2 to your Intelligence. Your

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds Super Mutant as a playable race in Fallout: New Vegas, with perks, traits, and equipment. Popular with 1,617 endorsements and 83,866 downloads, though last updated in 2011 and may have compatibility issues with modern setups.

✨ Key Features

Select Super Mutant as a playable race
Includes custom perks
Includes custom traits
Includes custom equipment

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,617 endorsements and over 83k downloads
  • Adds a whole new way to play with unique race-specific perks and traits
  • Gives you gear to match your new mutant look

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011 – might not play nice with newer mods or DLC
  • Could conflict with other race mods or overhauls
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want to roleplay as a hulking Super Mutant and experience the wasteland from a different perspective. Perfect for fans of creature-based playthroughs. Skip if you're looking for modern polish or active updates.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's an older mod, use a mod manager like Vortex or FOMM to avoid overwriting files
  • Check the load order – place it after any race or body mods to prevent conflicts
  • Make sure you have the game's DLCs installed if you plan to use mutant-specific dialogue or quests

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
SmileyTops
Version
1.1
Downloads
83,866
Endorsements
1,617
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
11/2/2011
Updated
11/11/2011

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