Simple Needs
fallout-3 — Mods & Enhancements
Simple Needs by Treb adds physiological needs (Sleep, Food, Water) to the game. It's a lightweight gameplay mod with 837 endorsements and over 24,000 downloads, last updated in 2009. For players seeking a basic survival layer without complex systems.
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Downloads: 24,025 | Endorsements: 837
💡 Notes
By Treb | v4.5 | 837 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Check if the mod is compatible with your game version—it's from 2009, so it might need patches.
Look for a readme or forum posts for install details since the description is sparse.
Test in a separate save to see how the needs affect gameplay before committing.
🔧 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 837 endorsements and 24k downloads—clearly a popular pick.
- Simple concept: just adds the three core needs, no bloat.
- Been around since 2009, so it's a classic for old-school players.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2009—likely outdated and may not work with current game versions.
- No detailed description, so you're flying blind on how it actually works.
- No install instructions or requirements listed, so setup might be trial and error.