TTW No Free Levelup
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #302 of 441 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This tiny mod "fixes" a tiny thing that's always bothered me about the start of Fallout 3 - the free XP resulting in enough for a levelup when leaving the vault.
Admittedly, the biggest reason that I dislike this is because anytime I start a new game to do a test for a mod I'm messing with, I always have to go through the levelup screen when I COC out of the starting cave when using Quick Start, but when using Quick Start for normal play, it feels dumb to me to just get a levelup for free when walking out the door to start the game.
The levelup does feel more earned when not using Quick Start, but I hardly ever don't use it, and even if I don't use it, I'd still prefer to get the XP to levelup more organically through the XP granted during the intro sequence and early combat outside the vault.
Requirements:
JIP LN, xNVSE, Johnny, the usual stuff.
TTW, obviously.
Installation:
Regular installation.
There is a version for Quick Start users and a version for those who do not use Quick Start. Choose one, delete the other.
Please endorse and vote if you appreciate the mod.
Load Order:
Place this after Delay DLC Redux. Don't use it's Delay CG04 Levelup file if using this file.
Permissions:
Do whatever.
Support:
If you'd like to support my modding work or say thanks, feel free to donate via the Nexus or here at Ko-Fi.
TTW No Free Levelup is a tiny mod that removes the free XP granted upon leaving the vault in Fallout 3, specifically for Tale of Two Wastelands. It's for players who want a more challenging start without the automatic level boost. With 651 endorsements and 122,204 downloads, it's a popular tweak for TTW players.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 651 endorsements and over 122k downloads
- Tiny mod that does exactly what it says—no bloat
- Great for players who want a more challenging start without the free level
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects the vault exit in Fallout 3—doesn't change other XP sources
- Requires TTW to be installed, so it's not for vanilla Fallout 3 players
- Last updated in March 2024—may not be compatible with future TTW updates
For Tale of Two Wastelands players who want a more authentic, challenging start without the free level boost. Skip if you're playing vanilla Fallout 3 or don't mind the free XP.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have Tale of Two Wastelands installed before adding this mod.
- Install with a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2 or Vortex to keep your load order clean.
- If you're using FOSE or other script extenders, check for compatibility with TTW's version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- S6S
- Version
- 1.01
- Downloads
- 122,204
- Endorsements
- 651
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 7/16/2023
- Updated
- 3/9/2024
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