The 00 Commando - A Shotgun Lover Mod
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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
- 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #150 of 367 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Be sure to check out my other mod(s)! Boon of the Boomers - A Patriot\'s Cookbook Footnote http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=36374 Might Of The Mojave - The Native Soul Mod http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=36306 Pew Pew Blues, Adieu! http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=36148 Part Of The Weekend Never Dies - A Mod for Drinking & Drugs. http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=35871 The Need For Speed - The SMG Equalizer http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=36043 Welcome to Servalion\'s #00 Commando mod. This is based on McWilliam\'s Improved Shotgun Performance mod found at http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=35402 , and borrows some elements from it with his permission. Anyone who plays FPS games a lot knows of a common problem between them - the shotguns. They\'re almost always an option, yet are seldom done right, and thus fall to the wayside long before the endgame. They\'re usually wildly inaccurate and have a usefulness of about 2-5 meters, depending on the game. Quite sad, really. Fallout 3 isn\'t much different without mods, but the issue\'s worse in New Vegas. Almost 4 times the shotgun selection of Fallout 3, and yet most of them suck, due to NEW problems. McWilliam had the right idea with his mod, but once I started using it, I noticed other issues as well. A primary flaw was this - Shotguns in NV for whatever reason fire 7 projectiles. This coupled with their crazy vanilla spread caused a LOT of missing, even close up. This is my first attempt to change this forever. All the game\'s shotguns (Aside from the Sturdy Caravan Shotgun) have been tweaked. Here\'s a quick list of what to expect - - All shotguns have had their spread reduced considerably (Sawn-off Shotgun only some). - All shotguns now fire 8 projectiles to resemble #00 grade buckshot (hence the mod name). - Most shotguns have had their overall damage bumped up some. - Some shotguns have been given improved durability to deal with the increased damage. - Furthermore, most specialty loads have also been greatly altered - (New 1. 4 Changes!) - Slugs are back to default accuracy, but now only do their original damage. The -15 Enemy DT bonus remains. - Magnum loads hit MUCH harder. (50% more damage), but also maintain the vanilla condition penalty and slight DT reduction. EXPERIMENTAL- - 12 Gauge Coin loads are quite literally Legion. (+20% spread increase, DT x2. 00, Gun Condition x 3. 00, Damage +15%, 4 Projectiles. Costs only 4 Denarius now.) - 12 Gauge Bean Bags have been turned into Riot Tazers! These are now basically rubber slugs with an electric charge within. They\'re at least TWICE as effective as plain bean bags and leave a noticable shock effect. I just wish I could make their bodies twitch and convulse while unconscious. I think someone\'s FO3 mod might have accomplished this. I
This mod boosts all shotguns to keep them kicking ass forevermore, based on McWilliam's Improved Shotgun Performance mod. For Fallout: New Vegas players who want shotguns to remain viable throughout the game. With 1,134 endorsements and 26,702 downloads, it's a well-received tweak.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,134 endorsements and over 26k downloads.
- Simple tweak that makes shotguns more viable without overhauling the game.
- Based on a proven mod, so it's likely balanced.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches or DLC.
- Requires the original mod? Not stated, so you might need to track down McWilliam's mod first.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who love shotguns but find them underpowered late-game. If you want a quick balance tweak without a full overhaul, this is for you. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or minimal changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to load this mod after any other shotgun mods to ensure it takes effect.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it manually or via manager and check for conflicts.
- Test with a saved game before starting a new playthrough to see if the balance feels right.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Servalion
- Version
- 1.43
- Downloads
- 26,702
- Endorsements
- 1,134
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 10/28/2010
- Updated
- 8/28/2012
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