Fallout Character Overhaul

newvegas — Mods & Enhancements

Fallout Character Overhaul by Drumber is a comprehensive visual overhaul for Fallout 3, replacing head meshes and adding high-resolution texture maps to improve character appearance. With over 99,000 endorsements and 5.3 million downloads, it's a highly popular mod for players seeking better-looking NPCs. Last updated in 2015, it remains a staple for many.

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Downloads: 5,330,432

💡 Notes

By Drumber

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure to back up your original meshes and textures folde

Make sure to back up your original meshes and textures folders before installing, in case you want to revert.

If you use a mod manager like FOMM or Vortex, you can instal

If you use a mod manager like FOMM or Vortex, you can install this mod with a single click, but manual installation is just as simple.

Check for compatibility with other character mods you might

Check for compatibility with other character mods you might have, as they could conflict.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod conflicts

Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing without checking requirements

👍 Pros

Massive community trust with 99,122 endorsements and 5.3M downloads.
Improves character visuals with new head meshes and high-res textures.
Simple install—just drop files into your Data folder.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2015—may have compatibility issues with newer mods or game versions.
No detailed install instructions provided by the author.
Only affects head meshes and textures, not other aspects of character models.

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