1.10.163 is objectively the best-performing version of Fallout 4 for modded play, specifically because it lacks the intrusive DRM and "Ultra HD Texture Pack" streaming requirements of later patches.
This version finalized several years of incremental updates focused on the Creation Club and minor system fixes: Creation Club Support fallout 4 patch 1.10 163
The silent hero of Patch 1.10.163 is the . Prior to this patch, the CC menu would frequently timeout, fail to validate ownership, or—infamously—delete all your installed Creations when the Bethesda.net servers hiccupped. The only major mods that struggle with 1
The only major mods that struggle with 1.10.163 are those relying on outdated DLLs compiled for earlier versions (like 1.9.4). If a mod hasn't been updated since 2018, downgrade your F4SE or find a replacement. The company has a dedicated team working on
| Metric | Patch 1.10.138 | | Next-Gen (1.10.984) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Downtown Boston FPS (Avg) | 52 fps | 58 fps | 45 fps | | Corvega Cell Load Time (SSD) | 14.1 sec | 11.3 sec | 19.7 sec | | Crash to Desktop (CTD) rate (4hrs) | 2-3 crashes | 0-1 crashes | 3-5 crashes | | Modded Script Lag (Sim Settlements 2) | High latency | Acceptable | Severe latency |
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As Bethesda continues to support and update Fallout 4, players can expect future patches and updates to address emerging issues and add new content. The company has a dedicated team working on the game, and their commitment to the Fallout 4 community is evident in the ongoing support and updates.
