Because it was the last major script extender‑breaking update before the next-gen update (1.10.980+). Many mod guides and older mods still list “1.10.163” as a stable baseline.

  • Gameplay Tweaks: Some gameplay mechanics have been adjusted, such as:

    • Release Date: This update was part of the early patches for Fallout 4.

    Key Features and Fixes:

    Published by: The Commonwealth Chronicle
    Date: May 2024
    Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

    For nearly a decade, Fallout 4 has been a sanctuary for wasteland wanderers. Released in 2015, Bethesda’s post-apocalyptic opus has survived thanks to a thriving modding community and periodic stability patches. However, in late April and early May 2024, Bethesda rolled out Update 1.10.163—a patch that was immediately dubbed the "Next-Gen Update."

    But was it a triumphant return to the surface, or a radioactive misfire? Depending on who you ask in the modding forums, Fallout 4 update 1.10.163 is either the best thing to happen to the game since Dogmeat, or the worst compatibility nightmare since Vista.

    Let’s break down everything in this massive update: the new features, the bugs, the modpocalypse, and how to survive it.