GunFX
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🖼️ Gallery (10 images)
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #10 of 208 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
NEW IMPROVED SCRIPT VERSION AVAILABLE
Smoking Barrels
https://www.nexusmods.com/reddeadredemption2/mods/6465
WARNING
Many decals and air debris in one area will affect performance
**Use with my mod 1899 Firearms if you want separation of black powder vs smokeless cartridges*
Dear Outlaws,
Due to a minor complaint I had with the guns not displaying enough muzzle/barrel smoke, I decided to make a mod myself.
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[]Barrel smoke will last longer (depends on how many rounds are fired)
[]Muzzle flash and smoke increased by 50%
[]Interior smoke and air debris from firing will last 10 times longer
[]Bullet impact FX increased by 20%
[]Ranges off all FX have been increased and are visible on PEDs
- Gun decals are permanent unless you leave the area
I am not certain but this might also affect footprint decals and some bleeding effects. Let me know in the comments if you find anything I missed.
Yours truly,
WickedHorseMan
Featured mods in the clips above:
RDR 2 W. E. R. O (Euphoria Ragdoll Overhaul)
No Glowing Objects or Pickups
Crime and Law Rebalance and Enhancement
Bullet Time
1899 Firearms
"weather mod" (unreleased)
GunFX is a gameplay mod that enhances gunfire visuals by increasing muzzle smoke and flash, and makes gun decals persist longer. With nearly 5,000 endorsements and over 291,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more impactful shooting effects. Last updated in November 2022.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust – 4,909 endorsements and 291k downloads show this mod is battle-tested.
- Simple concept done right: bigger muzzle flash and smoke makes every shot feel punchier.
- Persistent decals mean your firefights leave a mark, which is great for immersion.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 – might not be compatible with the latest game patches, so check before installing.
- No detailed description – you're going in blind on exactly how much smoke/flash is added.
- Visual effect mods can tank performance on lower-end rigs, especially with heavy firefights.
For FPS players who want more visceral gunplay and don't mind a bit of visual chaos. If you're a purist who prefers vanilla effects, this isn't for you. It's a must-try for anyone who loves modding gunplay feel.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're on a lower-end PC, test GunFX in a busy firefight first – the extra smoke and flash can hit your FPS.
- Since it's a visual mod, load order rarely matters, but if you use other gun effect mods, put GunFX last to override them.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with the latest game version – it's been a while since the last update.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- RDR2 Mods
- Author
- WickedHorseMan
- Version
- 2.3
- Downloads
- 291,333
- Endorsements
- 4,909
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 12/13/2021
- Updated
- 11/2/2022
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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🔧 How to Install RDR2 Mods
Install Script Hook RDR2 first. Most mods go in game directory.
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