The Empire Wasteland- Project Big Apple
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 36 New Lands and Locations mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Take a journey to the distant city of New York as you encounter the new worldspaces, factions and enemies that inhabit the once glorious metropolis. The Story: Several months before the story of the Courier, the NCR establishes and Eastern chapter composed mainly of Mercenaries, NCR personnel and citizens willing to help fortify the republic. As the expedition takes place, tensions rise with the Legion back at Hoover Dam. Radio contact is lost with the Eastern chapter somewhere around the outskirts of the Old World city of New York. With only a small band of Troopers returning to the Mojave, the squad leader explains that the expedition is still live and operating, but suffering heavy casualties and requests the aid of more brave souls. Returning to the present, The Courier is offered the chance to explore the cities of New York, Newark and Jersey City and help re-establish contact with the expedition members lost within the city. Help the NCR reclaim their influence over the region while taking in the local atmosphere of each world space.
Relations with the NCR and Enclave share no effect on this mission as all factions are treated in their own separate fashion. This mod introduces weapons from previous games, an atmosphere similar to Fallout 3, an immersive storyline and unique factions domestic to the New York-New Jersey Region.
REQUIRES ALL FALLOUT NV DLC CONTENT THIS INCLUDED DEAD MONEY, HONEST HEARTS, OLD WORLD BLUES, LONESOME ROAD (and until the next update, THE COURIER'S STASH) IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE REQUIRED DLC AND YOUR GAME IS NOT WORKING, DO NOT ASK IN THE COMMENTS WHY YOUR GAME WON'T RUN.
Announcement!
This mod is NOT DEAD! I've just experienced several major issues I've had to deal with since the last update. Progress is being made, but I just want to make a few announcements. I'd like to thank everyone for their support of this mod as its been a dream of mine to share this with all of you. Over 1000 endorsements, I can't thank you guys enough! But there are some things I want some of you to understand... I am a 1-man team, majority of this work is done during the very little available time I have. I do not have time to address everyone's issues with the mod. I know there are several crashes that will occur during the current release, but that is to be expected of a modded Bethesda Game. Please bear with me and [color=#ffff0The Empire Wasteland- Project Big Apple is a New Lands and Locations mod for Fallout: New Vegas that adds New York City as a new explorable region. Players join scavengers to help the NCR Eastern Chapter defeat the Enclave, with new allies and a unique urban landscape. With 1,694 endorsements and 36,044 downloads, it's a well-received expansion, though last updated in 2017.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 1,694 endorsements and 36,044 downloads
- Offers a fresh setting far from the Mojave, with urban exploration
- Adds a new faction conflict (NCR vs Enclave) for lore fans
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017 — may have compatibility issues with current game versions
For Fallout: New Vegas players who've exhausted the Mojave and want a new region to explore, especially those interested in NCR and Enclave lore. If you're looking for a story-driven expansion with urban environments, this could be a good fit. Skip if you prefer strictly lore-friendly content or need up-to-date mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2017, check if you're using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to handle potential conflicts.
- Make sure to read the mod's forum posts or comments for any known issues or patches before installing.
- Consider using a load order tool like LOOT to sort your mods correctly, as older mods may need manual placement.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Mlucci
- Version
- 5.2
- Downloads
- 36,044
- Endorsements
- 1,694
- Category
- New Lands and Locations
- Created
- 10/23/2013
- Updated
- 5/11/2017
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