Installing Mods

[kalashnikov1974]

Hello all.

 

I'm new (totally new) to Fallout series. I've downloaded a couple of weapon mods from Nexus but it seems that whenever I place the files in the Data folder, the mods did not run. I guess I may have placed it in the wrong areas. I've been trying to search on how-to's, but I need the easy way around (please consider me as a noob on this one).

 

I guess there's a similar topic for this but I could not find the links. Help is greatly appreciated to direct me there.

 

P.S. It would be great if someone can tell me: "Paste the .esp file in C://ProgramFiles/BethesdaSoftworks/FalloutNewVegas/Data and paste the others in C://ProgramFiles...". It would mean a lot.

 

Regards,

[dafi536]

First off, I suggest using a Mod Manager, like FOMM (which can be found here: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=36901).

Mod Managers are intended to make sure that your Mods are loaded properly, & in a functional order.

If your Mods are not in a proper Load Order, this can cause undue crashing with your game.

 

Whenever using Mods, you will also want to confirm what the Requirements are for the Mod.

For example, several Mods will not functional properly without the use of the New Vegas Script Extender (NVSE), which can be found here: http://nvse.silverlock.org/.

 

Other Mods may require what is called, "ArchiveInvalidation Invalidated," which can be found here: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=35935.

 

So, first things first... I suggest that you confirm whether or not the Mods you've downloaded require additional Programs/Mods to function properly.

 

 

But, assuming you don't need these Programs for the couple Weapon Mods you've downloaded, let's do it simply.

 

Step 1: Download the Mod(s).

 

Step 2: Unpack/Unzip the Mods.

(Personally, I Unzip the Mods into separate Folders dedicated for each Mod I use or wish to try out.)

 

Step 3: Copy/Move the unpacked Mod Files into your "Fallout: New Vegas > Data" Folder.

(For me, the file path is: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\fallout new vegas\Data)

 

Step 4: (Assuming you're NOT using a Mod Manager) When you launch your game, you should have a half-size window pop up that gives you these choices:

 

Play

Options

Data Files

Tech Support

Exit

 

Step 5: To run your Game WITH your new Mods, select "Data Files."

You should see the Master File listed (FalloutNV.ESM) with a check-box being checked.

You should also see the names of the Mods you've downloaded, with their check-boxes UNchecked.

 

Step 6: Check the boxes for those Mods you want to run.

 

Step 7: Close that window & select, "Play."

 

Now, you should have those Mods loaded & functioning properly in your Game.

 

 

I do highly recommend that you look at downloading & using the three programs I mentioned above.

I don't run a long list of Mods with my game, but those three Programs are VITAL to me having a fun, mostly crash-free gaming experience.

 

Hope that helps answer some of your questions.

 

I've found the Mod Community here to be very, VERY helpful, so please, feel free to ask any questions.

Someone here is always glad to help.

 

~ Cheers,

 

Daniel F.

(User: Dafi536)

[DeadlyWarLord]

If you have the patience and endurance, I'd suggest getting nVamp although I wager that suggestion shouldn't be normally recommended to someone completely new at modding but have at it if you want.

 

http://risegaming.com/nvamp/?page_id=180

 

There's the detailed installation link, it's rather specific but I still hear people getting mixed up and getting errors because of it.

 

If you go at it, follow the instructions to the letter and you should be fine.