How Many Mods can Fallout 4 Handle on PS5? The Ultimate Modding Guide
As an avid Fallout 4 fan eagerly awaiting the next-gen patch for PS5, I‘ve been researching how to get the best modded experience on Sony‘s newest console. With its lightning-fast SSD and upgraded processing power, the PS5 can significantly improve Fallout 4 in terms of visuals, loading times, and stability – especially when combined with mods.
The PS5‘s Hardware Will Minimize Modding Performance Hits
The PS5 brings major spec bumps over the PS4 that modders should benefit from. The 825 GB SSD has 5.5GB/s raw bandwidth, dramatically reducing load times. This is vital for modded games, as more assets means more data to read. The SSD nearly eliminates the launch lag and texture pop-in issues that plagued Fallout 4‘s open world on PS4.
The PS5 also has a custom 3.5GHz AMD Zen 2 CPU and 10.3 teraflop RDNA 2 GPU, enabling higher fps, richer visuals, and better physics. Even pushing 100+ mods, the PS5‘s hardware should maintain smooth Fallout 4 performance with the right configuration.
For reference, Digital Foundry analyzed Fallout 4 on Xbox Series X with 150+ mods installed, and only saw minor fps dips during explosive heavy sequences. So the PS5 can definitely handle modded Fallout 4 thanks to its architecture improvements over PS4.
PlayStation 5 Supports Up to 100 Simultaneous Mods
Sony allows PS4 and PS5 users to install mods from Bethesda.net. However, there are restrictions PlayStation owners face that Xbox and PC users do not:
- Max of 100 mods at one time
- 2GB reserved mod storage space
- Assets must be from the base Fallout 4 game
The 100 mod limit is likely tied to backend database restrictions for tracking/saving mod loadouts per profile. The 2GB size cap relates to the allocated reserved space partition on the PS5 SSD. While we may eventually see these expanded through patches, they pose zero issues currently.
My Top 10 Can‘t Miss Fallout 4 Mods for PS5
Even under PlayStation restrictions, there are amazing Fallout 4 mods that meaningfully upgrade gameplay, visuals, and longevity. Here are my top recommendations PS5 owners should install:
Playstation User Interface
This replaces Fallout 4‘s keyboard and container screens with layouts resembling the PS5‘s slick black/white UI. It helps immersion playing on a DualSense controller.
Enhanced Blood Textures
Extremely detailed new blood effects that react dynamically to enemies and environments. Much gorier than vanilla Fallout 4.
Quests Galore
Over 50 brilliant new quests across the Capital Wasteland, with fully voiced characters and cutscenes. Easily provides 20+ hours of fresh content.
CROSS Jetpack
An incredibly detailed jetpack model replacing the default with flashy flame visuals. Use fusion cores to fly across the map.
Warfighter Fatigues
High quality combat outfit with armor plates and pouches true to real-world military gear. Available in a variety of camo patterns.
Realistic Death Physics
Custom death animations and ragdoll effects that make combat much more visceral and intense. Sparks fly from power armor and limbs flail.
Weather Redux
Total overhaul adding vivid sun rays, volumetric fog, diverse weather varieties including radiation storms, and even rainbows!
Extensive Weapons Pack
Ports over 100+ real-life firearms like the P90, Kriss Vector, M82 Barrett, Obrez pistol, etc with 4K textures. Her Heretic Project modder is a machine!
Doombased Weapons
Incredibly detailed heavy weapons from the Doom series like the BFG-9000, Unmaker, and Drill. Includes crazy explosive effects.
Infinite Settlement Budget
Eliminates the frustrating build budget restrictions, so you can create enormous customized settlements layering thousands of objects. Lag potential if overdone!
Plus Many More Mods…
This list just scratches the surface. From limited building frameworks, to lore-friendly NCR armor, to turning companions into romanceable anime characters – browse Bethesda.net and you‘ll discover countless mods elevating Fallout 4 on PS5.
Essential Modding Tips for PlayStation 5 Players
While PS5 enhances Fallout 4 performance, adding mods introduces chances for bugs, crashes, and conflicts. Follow these guidelines for smooth sailing:
Read all mod descriptions – Check for PS4/PS5 compatibility, necessary DLCs, special installation steps, potential risks, optimal load order and known issues.
Categorize by type – Group mods by type like quests, gameplay tweaks, items, textures, lighting, weather, etc and test in batches instead of all simultaneously.
Monitor capacity limits – Periodically check remaining space/mods left through Fallout 4‘s Mods menu. Disable unneeded ones if maxing out.
Clean install first – Experts suggest starting Fallout 4 and entering game menus before activating mods. Allows for cleaner initial state.
Start small, expand slowly – Resist installing 50 mods immediately. Add 10-20, playtest, then keep building. Check frequently for new issues.
Back up saves regularly – Mods can corrupt saves. Copy important ones to PS5 cloud or USB often for easy restoration if problems occur.
Troubleshoot carefully – If crashing happens, methodically deactivate groups of recent mods in halves to isolate problem file(s).
The PS5‘s Potential with Improved Fallout 4 Mod Support
When PlayStation 4 mod support launched after heavy Xbox restrictions, the community rejoiced. But PS4‘s locked down approach still lags behind Xbox, especially now with expanded Xbox Series X/S capabilities.
Microsoft smartly treats mods as pivotal retention and engagement tools. Sony hopefully recognizes their importance too and further opens up PS5 mod limits over time. I dream of the day we reach the 150 concurrent mod ceiling that Fallout 4 PC players enjoy today.
Of course, the managed ecosystem is intended to prevent cheating, protect developer profits, and reduce support complexities. So changes may increment slowly, if ever. Until then, I‘ll continue mixing, matching, and testing mods to fuel my never-ending Fallout 4 adventures on PS5!
What mods elevate your Fallout 4 experience to new heights? Share your favorites below!
