The Searchlight Horror
⚪ Last updated 2011⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #33 of 117 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod will allow you to halt the radiation pervasive throughout the town of Searchlight... if you are able. The NCR at the camp tell the Legion set off a \"radiation bomb\". Radiation bomb? Sounds kind of vague. Well, that\'s because it\'s just local yokels making up stories to fit their experience. He comes back from patrol, everyone\'s dead, town filled with radiation. Yep, radiation bomb alright! In actuality, while sweeping across New Mexico, the Legion looted an ancient Indian burial ground and dropped some defiled shaman bones in the middle of town. If you can defeat his vengeful spirit, the radiation will dissipate. Why does an angry ghost give off radiation? What am I, a doctor? Bring Ordnance... or check the roof of the building next to the firestation. Even through the fog, you think you can see the faint outline of something up there... I don\'t recommend bringing any non-essential companions. Changes in 1. 1: Added a body on a rooftop, with a new, convenient weapon and a helpful diary. You only get one shot, and the gun is worthless for anything else, so make it count. Radiation is now removed from all interiors as well Tweaked Horror mesh He should not get stuck on buildings quite as much. Requirements: New Vegas Installation: extract contents to your Fallout New Vegas\\Data directory. Uninstallation is the reverse. Known Issues: Sometimes he will get stuck on buildings. He is still quite fast, tough, and terrifying, considering. Green fog also remains. I kind of like it. Credits: djabend for the Junk Weapons mod: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=39438 LtRhapthorn for the exorcist rifle idea gorow333 for the monster costumes mod, which contains a static skeleton mesh rigged to the human skeleton, giving me an idea... : http://www.fallout3nexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=3734 Myself Bethesda Use this as you please as long as you give credit to those listed above, but do not upload to F3U. That site can eat my ass.
A quest mod for Fallout: New Vegas that tasks players with cleansing Searchlight of radiation. With 505 endorsements and nearly 10,000 downloads, it's a well-received addition for players seeking a new challenge in the Mojave Wasteland. Last updated in 2011, it may require compatibility checks with modern setups.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 505 endorsements and nearly 10k downloads.
- Adds a fresh objective to a familiar location, giving veterans a reason to revisit Searchlight.
- Quest mods like this are rare gems—if you're into narrative-driven content, this is worth a shot.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2011—might have compatibility issues with current game versions or DLC.
- Potential for bugs or conflicts with other mods due to its age.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a new quest focused on a specific area and are okay with a mod that's been around for a while. If you're a completionist looking to expand your playthrough with community-made content, this fits. Skip if you prefer modern, actively maintained mods with detailed documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, check the comments section for any known issues or patches before installing.
- Make sure to save before starting the quest to avoid potential bugs.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it manually to ensure proper file placement.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- quetzlsacatanango
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 9,644
- Endorsements
- 505
- Category
- Quests and Adventures
- Created
- 1/6/2011
- Updated
- 1/8/2011
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