Companion Stealth Distance Fix (No Free Hugs) - Now with No Dogmeat in Crosshairs
fallout-4 — Mods & Enhancements
This Fallout 4 mod stops companions from sprinting to your position when you enter stealth and slightly increases their follow distance. It also prevents Dogmeat from getting into your crosshairs. A quality-of-life fix for stealth players, with 8,558 endorsements and last updated in 2021.
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Downloads: 478,777 | Endorsements: 8,558💡 Notes
By spacefiddle | v7.0 | 8,558 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or NMM, just download with the manager and activate — no manual placement needed.
Make sure to load this mod after any companion AI overhauls to ensure its changes take priority.
Test in stealth near a companion to see the difference — you should notice they keep their distance instead of running up to you.
🔧 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 community trust (8,558 endorsements) — this is a must-have for stealth builds
- Fixes two annoying companion behaviors in one simple mod
- Lightweight and focused — does exactly what it says without bloat
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2021 — may not be compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC
- No detailed installation instructions or compatibility notes provided
- Only affects companion behavior — no other features or customization options