Suddenly, the "old" version of the game, 1.10.163, was no longer just an older patch. It had become the .
The world of post-apocalyptic Boston, as depicted in Fallout 4, has captivated gamers since its release in 2015. Bethesda Game Studios' magnum opus has received numerous patches and updates over the years, each aiming to refine the gaming experience. One such patch, version 1.10.163, has garnered significant attention from the Fallout 4 community. In this piece, we'll delve into the details of this patch, exploring its contents, implications, and the community's response.
When Bethesda deployed Next-Gen updates to provide native console support and widescreen features, the underlying executable file ( Fallout4.exe ) changed significantly. This optimization came at a high cost for the PC platform:
: The patch introduced a comprehensive VR platform within settlement building. Players could craft a VR Pod, hook it to power, and instantly simulate limitless-resource sandboxes in zones like Grid World, Desert Island, and the Capital Wasteland's GNR Plaza.
Core framework mods like the Fallout 4 Script Extender (F4SE) and the Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch have specific, highly-polished versions built for 1.10.163.
is a stable, widely supported patch. If you’re modding Fallout 4 today, this version (or newer) works fine — just make sure F4SE and your mods are up to date. Avoid manually downgrading unless you have a specific reason (like an abandoned pre‑2019 mod).
Whether you are returning to the Commonwealth or trying to fix a broken mod list, here is everything you need to know about Fallout 4 version 1.10.163. 1. What was in the Original Patch?