Hunting Rifle and Friends

newvegas — Mods & Enhancements

Hunting Rifle and Friends is a models and textures mod by Xamie that de-scuffs the hunting rifle, making it a usable weapon that won't explode with a gentle breeze. With 506 endorsements and 418,165 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a more reliable hunting rifle.

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Syntax

Models and Textures

Example

Downloads: 418,165

💡 Notes

By Xamie

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure to back up your original hunting rifle files befor

Make sure to back up your original hunting rifle files before replacing them, just in case.

Check if the mod requires a mod manager like Vortex or Nexus

Check if the mod requires a mod manager like Vortex or Nexus Mods — if not, manual installation is straightforward.

If you're on a modded playthrough, load this mod after other

If you're on a modded playthrough, load this mod after other weapon mods to avoid conflicts.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod conflicts

Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing without checking requirements

👍 Pros

Huge download count (418k) shows tons of players trust this mod.
506 endorsements from the community — people actually like it.
Fixes a common gripe: the hunting rifle feeling flimsy and ugly.

👎 Cons

Description is vague — no specifics on what exactly changed.
No install instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author.
Last updated in April 2025 — might not be compatible with future game patches.

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