Best way to use mods in FO4

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Hi,

I just transitioned from XBOX to PC for FO4 experience. I know the new update brings some issues, but hey, it is what it is. I tried modding the game in XBOX one and now in XBOX Series and honestly, even with the new update breaking some mods, can't go nowhere near close to the problems on XBOX I could either use mods or go near downtown Boston, for example.
Is it best to use the Bethesda's mods or use the nexus mod manager (or other method)? I have to admit I'm used to the steam workshop, especially with Rimworld that I have extensively modded and messed with, so I'm guessing I'll chose whatever is easier.
I'm still considering if I stick with the new version or downgrade to the previous (looks like the nexus mod "downgrade" works, but I haven't tested), but since I currently have no attachments in terms of mods, I think I'll be moving forward.
I'll be mostly looking for things like settlements, quests/characters and sim settlements so that I get my settlers to do something for themselves
Please, don't use this post to rant about the updates or broken mods.

[Tunnfisk]

I use Nexus Mods program "Vortex", formerly known as Mod Manager. It's a good place to manage your mods.

Also, never keep heavily modded games on auto update on Steam, as it will cause issues with your mods. It's better to wait a week or two until all the modders have updated their stuff.

[=Starvin Marvin=]

Originally posted by x:

Hi,

I just transitioned from XBOX to PC for FO4 experience. I know the new update brings some issues, but hey, it is what it is. I tried modding the game in XBOX one and now in XBOX Series and honestly, even with the new update breaking some mods, can't go nowhere near close to the problems on XBOX I could either use mods or go near downtown Boston, for example.
Is it best to use the Bethesda's mods or use the nexus mod manager (or other method)? I have to admit I'm used to the steam workshop, especially with Rimworld that I have extensively modded and messed with, so I'm guessing I'll chose whatever is easier.
I'm still considering if I stick with the new version or downgrade to the previous (looks like the nexus mod "downgrade" works, but I haven't tested), but since I currently have no attachments in terms of mods, I think I'll be moving forward.
I'll be mostly looking for things like settlements, quests/characters and sim settlements so that I get my settlers to do something for themselves
Please, don't use this post to rant about the updates or broken mods.

Go to nexus and download vortex mod manger. Then when you want to download a mod click download with mod manger on the nexus page, and the mod manger will do all the heavy lifting for you. You just have to make a profile on vortex for fallout 4 and you are all set. If you want I can send you a small collection of mods that make the game look better and its all lore friendly. I dont know if all the mods are still broken from the update so theres that.

[PeaceMaker]

Originally posted by x:

Hi,

I just transitioned from XBOX to PC for FO4 experience. I know the new update brings some issues, but hey, it is what it is. I tried modding the game in XBOX one and now in XBOX Series and honestly, even with the new update breaking some mods, can't go nowhere near close to the problems on XBOX I could either use mods or go near downtown Boston, for example.
Is it best to use the Bethesda's mods or use the nexus mod manager (or other method)? I have to admit I'm used to the steam workshop, especially with Rimworld that I have extensively modded and messed with, so I'm guessing I'll chose whatever is easier.
I'm still considering if I stick with the new version or downgrade to the previous (looks like the nexus mod "downgrade" works, but I haven't tested), but since I currently have no attachments in terms of mods, I think I'll be moving forward.
I'll be mostly looking for things like settlements, quests/characters and sim settlements so that I get my settlers to do something for themselves
Please, don't use this post to rant about the updates or broken mods.

My m8 has the Xbox version and all I hear is woes about how crappy CC and performance is. You'll have more freedom on pc, for sure. Just use a bit of wisdom.

You wanna go Nexus, not CC for mods. But WAIT. The new patch will have screwed up most mods. You need to wait till Mods catch up and make it work which will take anything from a day for some Modders to maybe a week or two to maybe never for others. Check if the Mod is compatible before grabbing it every time. Modders are just ordinary guys with a life, so we can't demand of them.

We can demand of Bethesda though since they took our money!

[fmalfeas]

Vortex and Mod Organizer 2 are the preferred methods. MO2 is more versatile and gives you more control. Vortex is generally easy to use, but if you're doing complex modding, can be a bit of a pain.

Both can interface with Nexusmods.

Be sure to launch Fallout 4 once beforehand, because it needs to prepare a few files it does on first launch. After that, F4SE becomes the launcher for modded play.

[VastEnemy]

Stick to nexus only would be my advice, and avoid the ingame mod browsers for the best possible experience. I myself had a problem yesterday where I couldn't disable some ingame mods because that function relies on you having access to the ingame mod browser which due to high traffic I did not. I was however able to maintain and edit all my nexus mods perfectly fine out of game and without logging in to some service that may or may not work.

[PeaceMaker]

oh, and like they've said use Vortex or Mod Organiser. I use Vortex which works very well for me.

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Originally posted by =Starvin Marvin=:

Go to nexus and download vortex mod manger. Then when you want to download a mod click download with mod manger on the nexus page, and the mod manger will do all the heavy lifting for you. You just have to make a profile on vortex for fallout 4 and you are all set. If you want I can send you a small collection of mods that make the game look better and its all lore friendly. I dont know if all the mods are still broken from the update so theres that.

Thanks.
I still don't know where I want to go with the mods, but mostly looking for more content to add to the game in terms of quests, people and locations (both settlements or otherwise).

I know I picked a hell of a time to move to PC, but I am in the hopes of playing Fallout London once it comes out. Besides, the entire GOTY was pretty cheap.

I need to see whats working, but no rush.

[=Starvin Marvin=]

Originally posted by x:

Originally posted by =Starvin Marvin=:

Go to nexus and download vortex mod manger. Then when you want to download a mod click download with mod manger on the nexus page, and the mod manger will do all the heavy lifting for you. You just have to make a profile on vortex for fallout 4 and you are all set. If you want I can send you a small collection of mods that make the game look better and its all lore friendly. I dont know if all the mods are still broken from the update so theres that.

Thanks.
I still don't know where I want to go with the mods, but mostly looking for more content to add to the game in terms of quests, people and locations (both settlements or otherwise).

I know I picked a hell of a time to move to PC, but I am in the hopes of playing Fallout London once it comes out. Besides, the entire GOTY was pretty cheap.

I need to see whats working, but no rush.

Over the 300+ mods I had downloaded over the years, a mod that Is a must over all else is this https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/mods/13596

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Originally posted by =Starvin Marvin=:

Over the 300+ mods I had downloaded over the years, a mod that Is a must over all else is this https://www.nexusmods.com/fallout4/mods/13596

If that one works now
I'll take whatever is working.