Most Fallout mods are distributed as ZIP files. To use them, you generally need a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2. : Open your mod manager (e.g., Vortex).
Copy the files (usually .esp , .esm , or Data folders) into your game's folder (e.g., ...\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 4\Data ). Enable the mod in the game's launcher "Data Files" menu. 2. If the ZIP contains Save Files
: Unzip the contents of Fallout.zip directly into this folder. Fallout Shelter (PC/Steam) : Path : %localappdata%\FalloutShelter .
: Many complex mods require a Script Extender (like F4SE for Fallout 4 ) to function.
Because "Fallout.zip" is a general name for mod files or game backups, or restoring a game save . 1. If the ZIP is a Game Mod
If you downloaded a "completionist" save or backed up your own, you need to place the .sav files in the correct directory. :
