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Join the Community

The Fallout 4 modding community is welcoming and helpful. Whether you're a beginner or experienced modder, there's a place for you.

Major Platforms

Connect with the largest modding communities and platforms for Fallout 4.

Nexus Mods

The largest modding community for Fallout 4 with over 50,000 mods available.

  • Active forums and community
  • Mod collections and guides
  • Mod author support and resources
Visit Nexus Mods

Reddit Communities

Active Reddit communities for Fallout 4 modding discussion and help.

Discord Servers

Join real-time chat communities for instant help and discussion.

The Fallout Network

Large community with dedicated modding channels and support.

Join Server
Nexus Mods Discord

Official Nexus community with modding discussion and help.

Join Server
Fallout 4 Modding

Real-time chat and support for Fallout 4 modding.

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Mod Author Discord

Community specifically for mod creators and authors.

Find Server

Fallout Anomaly Discord

Join our official Discord server for real-time support, discussions, and community updates.

Join Fallout Anomaly Discord

Specialized Communities

Find communities focused on specific aspects of modding and asset creation.

Creation Kit Community

Official Bethesda documentation and community support for the Creation Kit.

  • Community tutorials and guides
  • Scripting help and examples
  • Official documentation and resources
Visit Wiki

Asset Creation Communities

Communities focused on creating 3D models, textures, and animations.

  • 3D Modeling: Blender, 3ds Max communities
  • Texturing: Photoshop, Substance Painter groups
  • Animation: Character animation communities

Getting Help

Learn how to effectively seek help from the community and get the support you need.

Before Asking for Help

  1. Search Documentation - Search existing documentation and guides first
  2. Check Previous Questions - Check if your question has been asked before
  3. Try Troubleshooting - Try troubleshooting on your own first
  4. Gather Information - Gather relevant information about your issue

How to Ask Good Questions

  • Be specific about your problem
  • Include error messages and logs
  • Describe what you've already tried
  • Provide your mod list and load order
  • Be patient and respectful

Sharing Your Work

Learn how to effectively share your mods and collaborate with the community.

Publishing Mods

  1. Test Thoroughly - Test your mod thoroughly before publishing
  2. Write Descriptions - Write clear descriptions and instructions
  3. Take Screenshots - Take good screenshots to showcase your work
  4. Provide Credits - Provide proper credits for resources used
  5. Follow Guidelines - Follow platform guidelines and terms of service

Collaboration

  • Join modding teams
  • Contribute to existing projects
  • Share resources and assets
  • Help other modders

Learning Resources

Access a wealth of learning materials to improve your modding skills.

Video Tutorials

  • YouTube: Search for "Fallout 4 modding tutorial"
  • Twitch: Live modding streams
  • Vimeo: High-quality tutorial series

Written Guides

  • Community wikis and documentation
  • Step-by-step tutorials
  • Best practices guides
  • Troubleshooting resources

Events and Contests

Participate in community events and showcase your modding skills.

Modding Contests

  • Nexus Mods contests
  • Community challenges
  • Theme-based competitions
  • Collaboration events

Conventions and Meetups

  • Gaming conventions with modding panels
  • Local meetups and workshops
  • Online conferences and webinars

Code of Conduct

Follow these guidelines to maintain a positive and welcoming community environment.

Community Guidelines

  • Be respectful and helpful to others
  • Give proper credit for work you use
  • Don't steal or plagiarize content
  • Follow platform terms of service
  • Report inappropriate behavior

Getting Started

Whether you're new to modding or an experienced creator, here's how to get involved.

For Beginners

  1. Join Communities - Join a Discord server or forum
  2. Introduce Yourself - Introduce yourself to the community
  3. Start Simple - Start with simple mods and tutorials
  4. Ask Questions - Ask questions when you need help
  5. Share Progress - Share your progress and learnings

For Experienced Modders

  • Mentor new modders
  • Share advanced techniques
  • Contribute to community resources
  • Organize events and contests

Welcome to the Community!

You're now ready to join the Fallout 4 modding community. Start by exploring the resources above and don't hesitate to reach out for help or to share your work!