Ped Combat Enhanced
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #178 of 219 Scripts mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
edited so choking NPCs lasts longer and peds fight with the Bruiser Brawl-style edited counter system mostly they will counter-hit more often, and NPCs can grapple more often as well like Tommy recommended mods to use with are bar brawls and honest brawls peds will no longer run away from fights if you pull out a gun or kill someone
the mod now does change npc health and their brawl style and counter probability as well as some other changes
Ped Combat Enhanced tweaks GTA V pedestrian combat: choking lasts longer, NPCs counter-hit more often using a Bruiser Brawl-style system, and grapples occur more frequently. Designed for players who want more intense, realistic fistfights. Pairs well with bar brawls mods.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-backed with 160 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads.
- Directly addresses a common complaint about GTA V combat being too easy by making NPCs more aggressive.
- Simple script mod that doesn't require a ton of dependencies to get working.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in February 2024, so it may not be compatible with the latest GTA V patches.
- The description is vague on exact values, so you'll have to test to see if the changes feel balanced.
- Potential conflicts with other combat overhaul mods that alter the same AI behavior.
For GTA V players who want more challenging and realistic fistfights, especially those who enjoy bar brawl scenarios. If you're tired of NPCs being pushovers in melee combat, this mod adds a layer of aggression. Skip if you prefer vanilla combat or only care about gunplay.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to install the mod with a mod manager like OpenIV to avoid manual file placement errors.
- Pair it with a bar brawls mod as the author suggests to get the full experience.
- If you're using other combat mods, test in a quick street fight to see if they conflict.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- RDR2 Mods
- Author
- simplysolucky
- Version
- 1.00
- Downloads
- 8,038
- Endorsements
- 160
- Category
- Scripts
- Created
- 2/21/2024
- Updated
- 2/25/2024
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