6 Fixes for Fallout 4 Mods Not Working – Get Back to Gaming!

The Windows firewall or antivirus utility might be blocking Fallout 4

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Updated onOctober 1, 2024

updated onOctober 1, 2024

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Having problems with Fallout 4 not working? You’re not alone. Many players report bugs. Whether it’s Fallout 4 mods not working on PC, Xbox, PS4, or PS5, or issues with Vortex, they usually have common causes.

In this article, we focus on how to fix Fallout 4 mods not working on Windows, including problems that arise after updates.

How do I get mods to work in Fallout 4?

1. Run Nexus Mod Manager (or Vortex) as administrator

2. Configure INI files for Fallout 4 modding

If your Fallout 4 folder doesn’t include a Fallout4Custom.ini file, set up a new file for that folder by clickingFile>Save asin Notepad.

SelectAll Fileson theSave as typedrop-down menu. Then enterFallout4Custom.iniin the file title box, and press theSavebutton.

3. Enable Fallout 4 through Windows Defender Firewall

If you can’t find Fallout 4 and your mod manager listed withinAllowed apps, click theAllow another appoption.

Then you can press theBrowsebutton to select and add the Fallout 4 and mod manager apps to the list.

4. Add a Fallout 4 exclusion to Windows Security

5. Disable and re-enable mods one at a time

When Fallout 4 mods are not working on Xbox, PC, PS4, and PS5, you should try disabling and re-enabling the modes.

6. Reinstall Nexus Mod Manager to update it

When Fallout 4 mods don’t work on PCs, it could be due to misconfigured INI files, corrupted mods, or Windows firewall/antivirus blocking the game. Adjusting property settings may resolve these issues.

Using Mods in Fallout can add more fun to the game and also fix certain bugs such asface glitches.

Lastly, you will find our guide helpful if yourNexus mod manager is not set up to work with Skyrim. Also, check out how tomod Cyberpunk 2077.

Let us know which solution worked for you in the comments area below.

6 Fixes for Fallout 4 Mods Not Working – Get Back to Gaming!#

How do I get mods to work in Fallout 4?#

1. Run Nexus Mod Manager (or Vortex) as administrator#

2. Configure INI files for Fallout 4 modding#

3. Enable Fallout 4 through Windows Defender Firewall#

4. Add a Fallout 4 exclusion to Windows Security#

5. Disable and re-enable mods one at a time#

6. Reinstall Nexus Mod Manager to update it#