Fallout Anomaly Installation Guide

Video Disclaimer: This video shows a slightly outdated user interface, but all installation information and steps remain accurate and up-to-date.

Disclaimer

Beta Stage: Fallout Anomaly is currently in beta. Updates may require starting a new save. We recommend waiting until release if you're not ready for this process.
Steam Version Only: Only the Steam version of Fallout 4 is supported. Ensure your game is updated to version 1.10.980.0 for compatibility.

▲ CRITICAL SETUP STEPS

Update Fallout 4

Must update to the next-gen version for Wabbajack's downgrade process

Set Up Page File

Configure at least 16GB page file to prevent crashes

Disable Overlays

Steam, Medal, and other overlays cause crashes - disable them

Antivirus Exclusions

Add installation folder to AV exclusions to prevent interference

Hardware Requirements

CPU: 6+ cores, 3GHz

RAM: 16GB min, 32GB ideal

GPU: 6GB VRAM, 8GB recommended

OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)

Storage: 350GB SSD required

Skills: Basic computer knowledge

Important: Install in dedicated folder: C:\Fallout Modlist\Fallout Anomaly

Required Components

Microsoft Visual C++ .NET Framework 4.6.2 & 5.0 DirectX Redist (June 2010) Launch Vanilla Game Once PageFile Setup English Voice Files Disable Overlays HD Texture Pack Removal

Nexus Premium

Highly recommended for uncapped downloads and automated installation.

Subscribe to Nexus Premium

1. BEGIN INSTALLATION: Prerequisites & Wabbajack

✅

Log into Nexus in Wabbajack

Open Wabbajack, click the ⚙️ cogwheel, and log in under the Nexus panel.

Antivirus Setup

To prevent interference, add a folder exclusion for your entire install directory:

Open Windows Security → Virus & threat protection
Scroll to Exclusions and select Add or remove exclusions
Click Add an exclusion → choose Folder and browse to your install folder

📥 Downloading Fallout Anomaly

Locate Fallout Anomaly in the Wabbajack Browser and download the file.
Set both Install Location and Download Location on the same drive for best performance.

2. Troubleshooting

Common Error Messages

Could Not Download Mod

Fix: Manual Download - Download the mod manually and place it in Wabbajack's download folder.
Check: Nexus Mods Status if needed.

Mod Is Not a Whitelisted Download

Wait: For a new release – The modlist may have been updated, making an old mod link invalid.
Contact: Notify us on Discord if the issue persists.

Missing Game Files

Update: Ensure your game is updated to the next-gen version.

Wabbajack Could Not Find My Game Folder

Verify: Pirated versions are not supported.
Ownership: Ensure you own Fallout 4 on Steam.

ENB Download Issues

Manual Download: If your ENB download fails, download it manually and move it to the Anomaly Downloads folder.
Note: This folder is created by Wabbajack during installation.
Warning: DO NOT extract the file—just place it in the folder.
Action: Restart Wabbajack and run the installer again.

Download ENB for Fallout 4

Manual Downloads

Google Drive Issues

If downloads fail, download manually.
Place the file in your Wabbajack download folder.
Restart the install.

Download Link 1 Download Link 2

ENB Download Issues

If ENB download fails: Download manually.
Move file to: Anomaly Downloads folder (created by Wabbajack).
DO NOT EXTRACT: Place the file as-is in the folder.
Restart: Relaunch Wabbajack and run installer again.

Download ENB for Fallout 4

[DISPLAY] Resolution & Visual Issues

→ Users running 1080p (1920x1080) resolutions shouldn't run into any issues

→ Issues more commonly occur with 1440p or higher resolutions

→ Super and ultra-wide monitors require the provided patches to be active in Mod Organizer 2

Refracted/Boxed Display (Screen in Upper Left Corner)

This issue has multiple causes related to .ini settings interacting with your Windows resolution.

Check each step in order and launch the game after each to see if the issue is resolved:

Step 1: Check Third-Party Software

→ Ensure you are NOT running any 3rd party software to adjust your resolution

→ These applications are always considered incompatible with the modlist

Step 2: Verify Monitor Settings

→ Check that your monitor is running at its native resolution

→ This is for troubleshooting purposes - you can change it back later

Step 3: Set Correct Resolution in BethINI

→ IMPORTANT: Close MO2 before running BethINI

→ Run BethINI as an administrator

→ Set the correct resolution for your monitor

→ Save and close BethINI

Step 4: Verify Display Mode Settings

→ Open Mod Organizer 2

→ Navigate to your Falloutprefs.ini file in MO2

→ Verify that you have either bFullscreen=1 or bBorderless=1 set

→ Only one should be set to 1, not both

Step 5: DPI Scaling Override (Last Resort)

If all above steps fail, try this DPI scaling fix:

1. Navigate to your Stock Folder inside your Installation Directory

2. Right-click on Fallout4.exe and select Properties

3. Navigate to the Compatibility tab

4. Click on "Change High DPI settings"

5. Check the box for "High DPI Scaling Override"

6. Ensure the drop-down menu is set to Application

7. Click OK and Apply

Still Having Issues?

If none of the above solutions work, you have a unique issue that requires support assistance.

Submit Bug Report

After Installation

Congratulations, you've installed Fallout Anomaly! Before you jump into the game, there are a few essential steps to complete to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Next Steps: Navigate to the Launching tab above to learn how to properly start the game and configure your settings.

1. Launching Fallout Anomaly

To start the game with all mods properly loaded, click the "Launch Fallout Anomaly" button in the top-right corner of the MO2 interface.

Warning: Always launch the game through Mod Organizer 2. Launching directly from Steam will not load any mods.

2. Crash Handling

If your game crashes, a crash log will be generated in your Overwrite folder. You can use this log to diagnose the issue. Please report crashes via our Discord or bug report form.

3. Changing Resolution

To change your resolution, use the BethINI tool. Close MO2, run `BethINI.exe` as an administrator from the `Tools` folder, set your resolution in the Basic tab, and save.

4. Apply the MCM Preset!

Once you are in-game, you will be prompted to apply the MCM (Mod Configuration Menu) preset. This is a critical step to ensure all mods are configured correctly.

5. Disabling Black Bars

If you don't like the cinematic black bars (letterboxing), you can disable them via the ENB menu.

Press the `~` key to open the console.
Press `END` to open the ENB menu.
In the Post Processing section, uncheck the "Letterbox" option.
Click "Save Configuration" in the top-left.
Press `END` and `~` again to close the menus.

6. Optional Mods

Fallout Anomaly includes several optional mods that you can enable or disable in MO2 to customize your experience.

Common Error Messages

"Could Not Download MOD"

Fix: Manually download the mod and place it in Wabbajack's download folder.
Check: Visit the Nexus Mods Status page to see if there is an outage.

"Mod Is Not a Whitelisted Download"

Wait: The modlist may have been updated. Wait for a new release.
Action: Notify us on Discord if the issue persists.

"Missing Game Files"

Check: Ensure your game is updated to the next-gen version (Wabbajack will handle the downgrading).

"Wabbajack Could Not Find My Game Folder"

Check: Pirated versions are not supported.
Check: Ensure you own Fallout 4 on Steam.

Manual Downloads

Google Drive Issues

If downloads fail, download manually.
Place the file in your Wabbajack download folder.
Restart the install.

Download Link 1 Download Link 2

ENB Download Issues

If ENB download fails: Download manually.
Move file to: Anomaly Downloads folder (created by Wabbajack).
DO NOT EXTRACT: Place the file as-is in the folder.
Restart: Relaunch Wabbajack and run installer again.

Download ENB for Fallout 4

Ultrawide & Resolution Fixes

Common Display Issues

Problem: Screen appears in upper left corner or boxed display. Usually affects 1440p+ and ultrawide monitors.

View Display Issue Examples

$Refracted Display Example 1$

$Refracted Display Example 2$

Disable Third-Party Software

Disable resolution scaling software
Close display management tools
Use Windows native settings only

Check Monitor Settings

Right-click desktop → Display settings
Set to native resolution
Test the game

Fix Resolution in BethINI

Close MO2 first!
Run BethINI as administrator
Set correct resolution
Save and close
Reopen MO2 and test

Verify Display Mode

Open MO2
Check Fallout4Prefs.ini
Verify bFullScreen=1 OR bBorderless=1
Only one should be set to 1

Last Resort: DPI Scaling Fix

If the above steps fail, try this before making a support post:

Go to your Stock Folder inside your Installation Directory
Right-click on Fallout4.exe and select Properties
Navigate to the Compatibility tab
Click on "Change High DPI settings"
Check the box for "High DPI Scaling Override"
Set the dropdown menu to "Application"

Still having issues? Submit a bug report at: https://falloutanomaly.fillout.com/bugreports

Known Issues

Main Menu Delay

When launching the game you may experience a delay as scripts load
This delay varies based on your system's power
More powerful systems may not encounter this issue

Stuck in Menu

If you find yourself unable to progress from the first loading or main menu
Watch this video for help with the issue
If the video doesn't resolve it, we've provided new save files for you to load and customize your character as needed

Post-Character Creation Freeze

After creating your character, your game will save and may appear to freeze temporarily
This is due to multiple scripts loading simultaneously
Be patient and wait for a few minutes - the game will resume normally

Falling Through Vault Issue

If you're falling through the vault floor, this is likely due to the "Uneducated Shooter" mod
Solution: Only enable the "Uneducated Shooter" mod after leaving the vault

Known Crash Related Issues

Programs like Medal (recording software) or anything that adds an overlay can conflict with ENBs or other DLL hooked mods
If you are crashing right at the launch of game or at the main menu, this can be one of the main causes

Controller Support

Supported Controllers

We currently support PS5 controllers
Xbox support planned for the future

Step 1: Configure Steam Settings

Ensure your Steam controller settings are correctly set up as shown in the images below
Steam Overlay must be enabled for the controller to function properly
Steam Input: Paste the following link into your browser and open Steam when prompted:
steam://controllerconfig/377160/3420527035
This will install the custom controller profile for Fallout Anomaly

Step 2: Enable the Controller Support Mod

In MO2, activate the optional mod:
"A - OPT - Controller Support - PS5 Support"
This ensures full functionality for your PS5 controller in-game

1. CORE SURVIVAL: Needs, Healing, & Radiation

🍽️ Survival Mode Features

Needs System: You must regularly eat, drink, and sleep to avoid penalties. Hunger, thirst, and fatigue will reduce your stats and eventually cause damage or even death

Fast Travel: Traditional fast travel is disabled. You can only fast travel by using the APC Travel System or navigating the expanded subway system found across the Commonwealth

Saving the Game: Manual saving and quicksaving are disabled. You can only save by smoking, using Survival Pack item found in the Aid menu or by sleeping.

Combat Difficulty: Both you and enemies deal more damage. Healing is slowed, and combat is more lethal across the board

Ammo Has Weight: Every bullet, shell, or fusion cell you carry adds weight to your inventory, forcing smarter inventory management

Illness & Injury: You can get sick, suffer broken limbs, or require items like antibiotics and splints for proper healing. Doctors may be needed to cure serious conditions

Carry Weight Reduced: Your base carry weight is significantly lower, making every item choice matter. Backpacks and perks help extend capacity

Backpacks: Can be found or crafted using perks from the Junk Jockey skill to increase carry capacity

Note: The mods featured in the sections below also play a major role in shaping the survival experience. Be sure to explore them to get the full intended gameplay challenge.

Healing Guide - MAIM Medical System

MAIM is a realistic combat and medical overhaul that introduces lethal headshots, injuries, bleeding, pain, and more. It is highly customizable through the MCM, allowing most features to be tweaked or disabled. The system remains performance-friendly with minimal scripts.

This is a major gameplay overhaul. We recommend reading the full mod page on Nexus Mods. A solid MCM setup is pre-configured for you out of the box.

MAIM – Locational Damage & Medical Overhaul
View full details on Nexus Mods

💊 MAIM Medical Items

SP-1 Stimpak: Gradual HP + AP regen, cures NPC injuries, strong poison resistance (180s)

SP-2 Stimpak: 3%/s HP & limb healing (40s). Most powerful heal, but requires weapon holstered

Med-X: Treats pain, shock, and contusion. Heals head 1%/s (180s). Addictive

Ibuprofen: Heals head & non-crippled limbs 0.5%/s (180s). Mildly addictive

Bandage: Stops light bleeds, heals injured limbs (1%/s for 60s)

QuikClot Injector: Stops heavy bleeds and prevents further bleeding until limb is healed

IFAK: Stops heavy bleed, removes crippled status, heals 1%/s (80s)

SAM Splint: Sets crippled limbs to 1 HP, downgrades heavy bleed

TXA Injector: Stops light bleeds, reduces heavy bleeds, +300s critical wound protection

Ca-DTPA: Removes 10 RAD/s for 60s. Requires weapon holstered. - Replaces Vanilla Radaway - Also slowly removes IRA.

Potassium Iodide: +200 RAD resistance, -0.5 RAD/s for 300s. Replaces Rad-X

Pro Tip: Healing items do not stack with themselves, but you can combine different effects (e.g., SP-1 + SP-2). Pre-med with TXA and ibuprofen before a firefight for best results.

Radiation System - Advanced Mechanics

⚛️ Radiation Mechanics

Dual-layered System: RAD (Tissue Damage) from environmental exposure + IRA (Ingested Radioactive Particles) from food/water/weather/hazards. These are two separate but interconnected systems that can feed into each other.

The Radiation Loop

Understanding the vicious cycle of radiation damage and IRA acquisition is crucial for survival. This diagram illustrates how radiation exposure can lead to a compounding negative feedback loop that gets worse without intervention.

1. Initial Exposure

Environmental radiation from zones, food, water, or hazards begins damaging your tissues.

2. RAD Damage Accumulates

Without treatment, radiation damage builds up, reducing your maximum HP and overall health.

3. IRA Increases

Internal Radioactive Absorption rises, making you more susceptible to future radiation damage.

4. Vulnerability Spiral

Higher IRA means more damage from the same exposure, creating a deadly feedback loop.

Breaking the Cycle

Ca-DTPA Injector: Reduces current radiation damage

Pb-Jelly: Provides temporary radiation resistance

Alcohol: Lowers IRA levels over time

Protective Gear: Prevents initial exposure

Breaking the Loop:

Consuming alcohol lowers IRA levels, helping break this deadly cycle
Proper treatment with radiation medicines can interrupt the progression before it becomes fatal
Use protective gear to prevent initial exposure

Fatal Progression: Untreated radiation will eventually kill the player—even leaving radioactive areas doesn't guarantee safety once the loop has started. The damage continues to compound until treated.

Geiger Alerts: Your Geiger counter will indicate ambient particles, radiation poisoning, and dangerous IRA levels. Pay attention to these warnings—they're your early warning system.

Weather Hazards: Radiation storms require functional protective gear (gas masks, hazmat suits, power helmets). Without proper protection, you'll quickly accumulate both RAD and IRA damage.

📊 Radiation Types

Type	Description	Sources
RAD	Tissue Damage	Environmental exposure
IRA	Ingested Radioactive Particles	Food, water, weather, hazards, untreated RADs

💊 Radiation Medicines

Medicine	Effect	Treats
Cleansing Tonic	Cures Radiation Poisoning	Poisoning: ✅
Ca-DTPA Injector	Fast Rads/IRA removal. Removes Rads/IRA over 30s; perks can make it faster. Base effect: -25 Rads / -50 IRA; scales with Medicine skill/perks. Player cannot sprint while effect is active. Does NOT cure Radiation Poisoning	IRA: ✅ RAD: ✅
MutAway	Heals RADs directly	IRA: ❌ RAD: ✅
Potassium Iodide	+200 RAD resistance and reduces RADs by 0.5/sec for 300s. Replaces Vanilla Rad-X. Increases IRA resistance	IRA: 🛡️ RAD: 🛡️
Pb-Jelly	Increases RAD resistance	IRA: ❌ RAD: 🛡️
Booze	Lowers IRA levels	IRA: ✅ RAD: ❌
Antibiotics	Cure infections caused by radiation exposure	Infections: ✅
Sleep Aid	Treats insomnia (Warning: may be addictive)	Insomnia: ✅
Anodyne	Relieves fatigue from radiation exposure	Fatigue: ✅
Anti-Parasitic	Removes parasites acquired from contaminated sources	Parasites: ✅
Stimulants	Counters lethargy caused by radiation sickness	Lethargy: ✅
Energy Pills	Mitigates weakness from radiation damage	Weakness: ✅

Emoji Legend:

✅ - Actively reduces value | ❌ - No effect | 🛡️ - Increases resistance/preventative effect

⚠️ Survival Tips

The Wastes are unforgiving. Radiation is no longer a simple number—it's a dual-layered system where RADs and IRAs feed into each other, creating a deadly loop that can take hold in seconds or over days. Untreated radiation will eventually kill you, even if you leave radioactive areas. Always carry enough protective gear and medication. Stock up on bandages, painkillers, radiation medicines (especially Cleansing Tonic for radiation poisoning), and limb restoration tools. Remember: consuming alcohol can help break the radiation loop by lowering IRA levels. Being prepared isn't optional—it's survival.

2. Skills and Levels

Utilizes the YAE mod, which introduces new skills and modifies the perk system.
Adds new traits for enhanced character customization.

🎯 You Are Exceptional – What Is It?

A major upgrade to Fallout 4's Skills and Perks system. Inspired by Be Exceptional and You Are SPECIAL!, but expands far beyond them.

26 total Skills - Comprehensive skill system

250+ new and reworked Perks - Enhanced progression

More control over character growth - Better customization

Background Selection - Choose a Background at the start, which gives your character a backstory, starter gear, and Skill bonuses

⚡ What's Different?

Reworked Perks: All vanilla perks have been reworked, split, or enhanced

Skill-Based Unlocks: Perks are unlocked through Skill levels, not SPECIAL stats

Tagged Skills: Choose 3 Skills to "Tag" at the start for a +25 bonus

Bonus Perk Points: Bonus Perk Point every 5 levels

Perk Cap: Perks cap at level 10

🔧 How Skills Work

Each SPECIAL stat has 4 tied Skills (Luck has 2 but boosts all Skills slightly). Skills range from 0 to 100 and affect gameplay like damage, crafting, healing, and more.

All Skills (26 Total)

[STR] Artillery: Heavy guns damage and handling

[CHR] Barter: Merchant prices and vendor perks

[INT] Chemistry: Chem crafting and duration

[PER] Demolitions: Explosives damage and crafting

[STR] Engineering: Machinery and power armor

[END] Fitness: Max health and swimming

[LCK] Gambling: Risk/reward perks and caps

[PER] Gunsmithery: Ballistic weapon crafting

[INT] Hacking: Terminal access and robot sabotage

[AGI] Handguns: Pistols and revolvers

[CHR] Influence: Companion damage and settlements

[PER] Lockpicking: Door and container access

[PER] Longarms: Rifles and shotguns

[INT] Medicine: Healing effectiveness

[LCK] Opportunity: Critical mechanics and perks

[CHR] Persuasion: Speech checks and social perks

[AGI] Pickpocket: Theft and inventory manipulation

[STR] Robustness: Carry weight and movement

[AGI] Salvage: Scrap yield and ingredient gathering

[INT] Science: Energy weapons and batteries

[AGI] Stealth: Detection and sneak attacks

[END] Survival: Food healing and environment

[END] Tinkering: Armor and melee weapon crafting

[END] Unarmed: Bare-handed combat

[STR] Weaponry: Melee weapons and power attacks

[CHR] Zoology: Animal companion damage

This system gives you more freedom to build the kind of character you want, with meaningful choices and better progression. Check your Pip-Boy after installing to get started.

3. Combat Overhaul: Realistic Damage, Ammo, and Enemy Scaling

🎯 True Damage – Realistic Weapon Behavior

True Damage reworks Fallout's combat mechanics for realism and balance:

NPC Damage Reduction: All NPCs with guns get a perk that reduces base damage by 90%

Realistic Damage: Realistic damage is applied via ammo, scaled by caliber

Logical Ranges: Same-caliber weapons have logical damage ranges (e.g. .38 weapons do ~19–25 dmg)

⚙️ Weapon Customization

Independent Sliders: For Pistols, Rifles, Snipers, Shotguns, Heavy, Melee, Suppressed, etc.

Damage Type Controls: Separate controls by damage type: Ballistic, Laser, Plasma, Gamma, Explosive

📈 Built-in Buffs

Rifles: +100% range, +20% accuracy

Snipers: +300% range, +50% accuracy, +100% damage

Shotguns: +30% accuracy for tighter spread

Suppressors: Apply small stat penalties for balance

🚀 Advanced Features

Energy Weapons: Excluded from ammo scaling to preserve lore and balance

Global Damage Sliders: Easily override difficulty/damage mods via MCM

Smart Scaling: Incoming damage adapts to your HP to avoid bullet sponges

Perks Module: Gun perks are reworked with new effects (e.g. Gunslinger → Light Loadout)

Vehicle Module: Prevents vehicles from exploding too easily with added resistances

Optional Tweaks: Improve reload speed, range, and accuracy for more realism

🔫 Munitions – Expanded Ammunition Framework

Munitions is a modular, lore-friendly ammo expansion project that adds new ballistic, energy, and explosive rounds into the game without breaking balance.

Seamless Integration: High-quality custom ammo types

Player Control: Toggle individual ammo types to control what's added

Lore-Friendly: Designed to match Fallout's existing universe and weapon lore

🤖 SCOURGE – Smarter Enemy Scaling

SCOURGE brings realism to NPC combat by replacing predictable scaling with randomized stat generation.

Random Stats: Uses normal distribution to assign random but believable stats (health, resistance, damage)

Fully Customizable: Via MCM — includes race-specific tuning and NPC/stat exclusions

Optimized: Highly optimized scripting ensures no lag or save bloat

Example:

Deathclaw Health: Can now spawn with health between 500–900 (avg. ~700)

Stat Combinations: Over 12 million stat combinations are possible for just Deathclaws

4. User Interface & HUD

🖥️ Immersive HUD

HUD Toggle: F2 to toggle HUD on/off

Dynamic Elements: HUD elements appear/disappear based on context

Customization: Extensive HUD customization options

Minimal Mode: Clean interface for immersive gameplay

📋 Menu Systems

Wheel Menu: Quick access wheel for items and actions

MODExplorer: Mod list and information display

Quick Inventory: Fast inventory access system

Quick Map: Instant map access system

🎮 Movement & Core Controls

W/S/A/D – Move Forward/Backward/Strafe Left/Right
Left Shift – Sprint
C – Run
Spacebar – Jump
Left Ctrl – Sneak
Caps Lock – Toggle Always Run
X – Auto-Move
F – Activate / Interact

⚔️ Combat Controls

Mouse1 – Attack / Fire
Mouse2 – Aim / Block
Left Alt – Bash / Power Attack / Grenade
R – Ready Weapon / Reload
Q – VATS
J – Holster / Lower Weapon

📱 Menu & Inventory Controls

Tab – Open Pip-Boy
Mouse3 – Toggle POV / Workshop
Esc – Pause
I – Quick Inventory
M – Quick Map

🛠️ Mod-Specific Keybinds

🎯 Combat & Weapons

Bullet in Chamber: R (Reload/Check), J (Holster)
VAFS Redux: Z (Critical), G (Focus)
HOTC: K (Examine Prey)
Replaceable Armor Plates: Y (Use Plate)

🏃 Movement & Actions

Enhanced Movement: N (Dodge)
Wheel Menu: H (Open Wheel)
Workshop: Home (Workshop Mode)

🖥️ Interface & Display

Immersive HUD: F2 (Toggle HUD)
MODExplorer: \ (Show Mod List)
Barber/Surgery: ↓ (Switch View)

🔧 Crafting & Equipment

Dank_ECO: PgDn (PA Workbench), PgUp (Universal), U (Attack Mode)

🌍 Environment & Audio

Vivid Weathers: Numpad / (Weather)
Volume Sliders: Numpad 0 (Mute Music)
Wasteland Codex: Numpad 3 (Play Entry)

5. Tips & Strategies

🛡️ Survival Tips

Medical Supplies: Always carry bandages, stimpaks, and painkillers

Pre-medication: Use TXA and ibuprofen for protection before combat

Radiation Management: Carry protective gear and radiation meds

Route Planning: Use APC travel system and subway networks

⚔️ Combat Strategies

Effective Cover: Take advantage of environmental protection

Ammunition Weight: Balance firepower with mobility

Weak Points: Aim for headshots and vulnerable areas

Stealth Approach: Avoid unnecessary confrontations

📦 Resource Management

Salvage Everything: Break down junk for materials

Settlement Planning: Build strategically placed safe houses

Essential Stockpiles: Food, water, and medical supplies

Equipment Maintenance: Repair armor and weapons regularly

More Details Available

This gameplay guide covers the essential systems and mechanics. For detailed information about Weather & Environment, Settlement & Building, Companions & NPCs, Crafting & Equipment, Audio & Visual, and Character Customization, please visit the About page where you'll find comprehensive details about all these features.

Wasteland Assistant

Struggling with your new identity in the Commonwealth? Let our advanced RobCo terminal assist you. Describe your desired playstyle or character concept below, and we'll generate a custom build or backstory to get you started on your journey.

Generate a Character Build

Describe the kind of survivor you want to be (e.g., "a sneaky sniper who uses rifles," "a charismatic leader who builds large settlements," or "a brute who smashes things with a sledgehammer").

Generate a Character Backstory

Provide a few keywords about your character's past or personality (e.g., "ex-raider, regretful, good with pistols" or "scared scientist, smart, avoids fights").

🚨 Installation & Setup

Q: My game is crashing on startup. What should I do?

Crashing on startup is often caused by a few common issues:

Overlays: Make sure you have disabled all overlays, including Steam, Discord, and any recording software like Medal or OBS.
Antivirus: Your antivirus might be interfering with the modlist. Please ensure you have set up exclusions for the entire Fallout Anomaly installation folder.
Missing Prerequisites: Double-check that you have installed all the required components from Step 1, including Visual C++ Redistributables and .NET Frameworks.

Q: I'm stuck on the main menu and can't start a new game.

This is usually caused by an issue with the Buffout 4 mod. Please check the "Troubleshooting" section for detailed instructions on how to resolve this specific issue.

Q: How do I update the modlist?

When a new version of Fallout Anomaly is released, you can update by simply re-running the Wabbajack installer. Make sure to point it to the same installation and download folders. Wabbajack will automatically handle the update process.

Q: Wabbajack is downloading very slowly. What can I do?

Slow download speeds are typically related to Nexus Mods server load. If you are a free user, your download speed is capped. For faster downloads, consider subscribing to Nexus Premium. You can also try changing your preferred download server in your Nexus Mods profile settings.

🎮 Gameplay & Performance

Q: The game is running slowly. How can I improve performance?

Performance can be improved by:

Lowering ENB Quality: In-game, press Shift+Enter to open the ENB menu and select a lower-quality preset.
Adjusting In-Game Settings: Reduce settings like shadow distance, godrays, and texture quality in the main menu.
Disabling Optional Mods: Some optional graphics mods in MO2 can be disabled for a performance boost.

Q: Can I use a controller with Fallout Anomaly?

Yes! Controller support is included. Check the "Known Issues" tab for specific controller setup instructions and any known limitations.

Q: Can I use my old save files with Fallout Anomaly?

No, Fallout Anomaly requires a fresh start. The modlist makes extensive changes to the game that are incompatible with vanilla or other modded saves. You'll need to start a new character.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Q: I'm getting "Could Not Download MOD" errors. What should I do?

This usually means:

Nexus Mods Issues: Check if Nexus Mods is experiencing downtime.
Mod Updates: The mod may have been updated or removed. Wait for a new modlist release.
Manual Download: You can manually download the mod and place it in Wabbajack's download folder.

Q: Wabbajack can't find my Fallout 4 installation. What's wrong?

Ensure that you have launched Fallout 4 at least once through Steam to create the necessary registry entries. Also, make sure you are not using a pirated version of the game.

Q: My antivirus is flagging files as threats. Is this normal?

Yes, this can happen. Some modding tools or files can trigger false positives in antivirus software. It is safe to ignore these warnings, provided you have downloaded the modlist from the official Wabbajack UI. Make sure you have added an exclusion for your installation folder.

👥 Community & Support

Q: Where can I get help if I'm still having issues?

The best place to get help is our official Discord server. We have a dedicated support channel where you can ask questions and get assistance from the community and the development team.

Q: How can I support the Fallout Anomaly project?

There are several ways to support the project:

Donations: Help fund development through our donation page.
Community: Join our Discord and help other users with their questions.
Feedback: Provide constructive feedback and report bugs to help improve the modlist.

Community Support & Resources

Get help, connect with the community, and access all our official resources in one place.

Discord Community

The quickest way to receive support is by joining our Discord community. Get direct access to our team and fellow users.

Join Discord

Bug Reports

Found a bug? Report it through our official form to help us improve the experience for everyone.

Report Bug

Suggestions

Have an idea to improve Fallout Anomaly? Share your suggestions with the development team.

Submit Suggestion

Mod List

View the complete mod list and load order for Fallout Anomaly on Load Order Library.

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