Companions don t steal xp
fallout-3 — Mods & Enhancements
A small gameplay tweak for Fallout 3 that ensures you receive XP for kills made by companions, addressing the frustration of losing experience to NPC kills. With 1,098 endorsements and nearly 20,000 downloads, it's a popular fix for a common annoyance.
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Downloads: 19,904 | Endorsements: 1,098💡 Notes
By hereticus | v1.0 | 1,098 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Place the mod file in your Fallout 3 Data folder and enable it in the launcher's mod list.
If you use a mod manager like FOMM, install it through there to avoid load order issues.
Test with a companion kill early to confirm XP is awarded before continuing your playthrough.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Community-approved with 1,098 endorsements and nearly 20k downloads
- Directly fixes a frustrating mechanic that breaks immersion
- Lightweight and easy to install—no complex setup
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2009—may not be compatible with modern Fallout 3 versions or mod setups
- No install instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author
- Only addresses XP stealing; doesn't fix other companion AI quirks