Fallout 4 Patch 1.10 163 Fixed
In Steam, set Fallout 4 to "Only update this game when I launch it" and always launch the game via F4SE. Summary of 1.10.163 Stability and Mods
The historical importance of version 1.10.163 is not in its original patch notes—which were never officially published—but in what came after. This version represents the final build of Fallout 4 before the divisive "next-gen" update released in April 2024.
For context, here is a brief summary of what was known about the update: fallout 4 patch 1.10 163
If you are experiencing issues, ensure your game is updated beyond the initial April 2024 release. The subsequent updates fixed these problems:
| Feature / Aspect | Version 1.10.163 ("Old-Gen") | 2024 Next-Gen Updates (1.10.984+) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Stability and compatibility for large, complex mod lists. | Accessing official new Creation Club content and the Creations menu. | | Mod Compatibility | Excellent; most mods are designed or backported for this version. | Mixed; many older mods are incompatible or require updates. | | F4SE Support | Requires F4SE v0.6.23. | Supported by newer F4SE versions (e.g., v0.7.7 for 1.11.191). | | Downgrade Path | Serves as the target for downgrade tools from newer versions. | Users may downgrade from these versions to reach 1.10.163. | | GOG Version | The default and only version available on GOG. | Not available on GOG. | | Creations Menu | Not present, leading to a cleaner UI. | Includes a new Creations menu, which some find intrusive. | In Steam, set Fallout 4 to "Only update
Troubleshooting tips post-patch
Every time Bethesda updates the .exe, the Script Extender (required for mods like Place Everywhere , LooksMenu , MCM , and Sim Settlements 2 ) must be completely recoded. When 1.10.163 dropped, F4SE was broken for three weeks. For context, here is a brief summary of
The voice was robotic, detached. But the implication was terrifying. This wasn't a tactical update. It was a reality patch. The Institute wasn't just making Synths anymore; they were rewriting the way the world worked. They were patching the "anomalies"—people who didn't fit their simulation. And Elias had just flagged himself as an anomaly by stealing the tape.
If you are on Steam and the game has updated automatically, you can "downgrade" using several methods: