Locky Bastard

fallout-4 — Mods & Enhancements

Locky Bastard lets Fallout 4 players bypass lockpicking by shooting locks, using explosives, or kicking doors open in power armor. With 5,609 endorsements and 304,377 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod for those who find lockpicking tedious. Last updated August 2026, it remains actively maintained.

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Downloads: 304,377 | Endorsements: 5,609

💡 Notes

By Kesta | v4.0 | 5,609 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If using a mod manager like Vortex, deploy the mod and ensur

If using a mod manager like Vortex, deploy the mod and ensure it's enabled before launching the game.

Test the mod on a low-level lock first to see how it interac

Test the mod on a low-level lock first to see how it interacts with your current load order.

For power armor kicking, make sure you're actually wearing t

For power armor kicking, make sure you're actually wearing the X-01 suit—other armor sets may not trigger the animation.

🔧 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 (5,609 endorsements, 304k downloads)
Three different bypass methods fit various playstyles
Actively updated (August 2026) so likely works with current game version

👎 Cons

No install instructions or compatibility notes provided by author
May trivialize lockpicking for players who enjoy the minigame
Potential balance issues if used early game with unlimited explosives

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