Saved Game Just Before Leaving Vault 101
fallout-3 — Mods & Enhancements
A save game file for Fallout 3 that places the player character just before leaving Vault 101, bypassing the lengthy intro and GOAT test. Ideal for players who want to skip the tutorial without using mods that might affect compatibility. With 1,501 endorsements and 60,503 downloads, it's a popular convenience mod.
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Downloads: 60,503 | Endorsements: 1,501💡 Notes
By St1gMa | vall | 1,501 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Place the save file in your Documents/My Games/Fallout3/Saves folder.
Load the save from the game's load menu—it will appear as a regular save.
If you have the Game of the Year Edition, test the save early to ensure it works with your DLC.
🔧 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
- Huge download count (60,503) shows tons of players use this to skip the intro.
- No mod installation needed—just drop the save into your folder and go.
- Endorsed by 1,501 users, so it's proven to work for many.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2009—might not work with all versions of Fallout 3, especially with DLC or patches.
- You're stuck with the character appearance and stats from the save, so no customization before leaving.
- No instructions provided—you'll need to know where to place save files yourself.