The patch is available now and is compatible with both the standard and GOTY editions of Fallout 3 on Steam and GOG. Additionally, it also completely removes Gaming For Windows Live which plagued the Steam version of the post-apocalyptic RPG for more than a decade. Related: Fallout New Vegas Mod Adds Canceled Fallout 2 Sequel Van BurenĪs seen on Nexus Mods, (via NME) modder lStewieAl has released a new patch that re-enables mods for Fallout 3 on Steam, after Bethesda's latest 'fix' completely disabled them. The Fallout Anniversary Patcher downgrades the game from 1.7.0.4 to 1.7.0.3 and allows the Fallout Script Extender to be once again compatible with the title so players can install mods freely. This allows players to purchase well-made mods licensed by Bethesda and experienced modders are given the opportunity to become official Creators for the company. While most can be found on sites like Nexus Mods, Bethesda has also introduced official mod support with the Creation Club.

Thousands of mods for each title can be found online and range from fixing various issues or adding new features to bringing limitless new adventures for players to experience. However, this patch disabled mods, as Fallout 3's tool to expand modding capabilities broke, concerning many as it hasn't been updated in almost a decade.īethesda has had many successful games over the years, but by far its largest franchises are Fallout and The Elder Scrolls. Both open-world action-RPG series have strong modding communities that have added longevity to Bethesda's titles, as well as even increase sales significantly. Last week, Bethesda officially updated Fallout 3 on Steam after almost 12 years, removing the requirement for the title's outdated Gaming For Windows Live service and making the game easily accessible without requiring tedious workarounds. A modder has created a new fix for Fallout 3's latest patch on Steam, saving the modding communities numerous creations and allowing players to once again enjoy the Post-apocalyptic RPG with modifications.

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