How To Speedrun Fallout 4 (Glitchless)

Greetings, fellow adventurers of the virtual realm! I go by the moniker Oz, known to some as the "speedrunning hobo," and today, I'm about to take you on an epic journey through the wasteland of Fallout 4. But hold on to your Pip-Boys, my friends, because this is not your average gaming tutorial. This is a deep dive into the art of speedrunning, and it's going to be quite the wild ride. So, without further ado, let's dive headfirst into the chaos.

Assembling the Arsenal: Resources and Programs

Before we embark on our epic speedrun, we must gather the tools of the trade. First and foremost, you'll need a copy of Fallout 4. Once you've got that in your gaming arsenal, it's time to head over to speedrun.com. Navigate to the Fallout 4 section and click on the "Resources" tab. There, you'll find a treasure trove of goodies to enhance your gaming experience.

Click on "pipboy app APK 1.2," and watch the magic happen as it automagically downloads. Next up, hit "all sound files," but here's the kicker: we only need the French version for this adventure. No need for other languages here. As a little bonus, if you're feeling adventurous and want to go "down patch," you can opt for version 1.1.3. But remember, this is strictly optional for glitchless runs. It does come in handy for some nifty pickpocketing and weapon-swapping tricks, but the choice is yours.

Now, onto the software side of things. You'll need a nifty little emulator to run that Pip-Boy app APK, and the consensus among speedsters is that Nox Player reigns supreme. Sayonara to BlueStacks' crashes and latency issues. While other emulators exist, I'd strongly vouch for Nox Player. Install it and move one step closer to becoming a speedrunning legend.

But wait, there's more! We're not done yet. You'll also require a program called LiveSplit. This bad boy will be your trusty timer, allowing you to measure gameplay time and eliminate those pesky loading times from the equation. It's all about keeping it fair and square.

Prepare for the Speedrun: Game Configuration

Now that you've collected all the necessary resources, it's time to prepare Fallout 4 for the speedrun of a lifetime. If you're planning to take the daring route of the "down patch," ensure that Steam doesn't sneak in any updates. Click on Fallout 4, dive into "properties," then head over to "updates." Make sure to tick the boxes for "only update this game when I launch it" and "never allow background downloads." That should keep Steam at bay. If you're still facing update troubles, consider going into offline mode for added protection.

Moving on, we need to make sure our FPS counter is front and center. This is a golden rule for Fallout 4 speedrunning because we want to lock that frame rate at a smooth 60 FPS. There are third-party apps for this, but I prefer the efficiency of Steam itself. Go to "settings," then "in-game," and ensure that "enable the steam overlay while in-game" is checked. When it comes to the FPS counter, you have a choice of four styles, but the key is to ensure that the LiveSplit timer and Pip-Boy app don't obstruct your view of the FPS counter.

Last but not least, it's time to cap that frame rate. You can opt for third-party FPS limiters, but if you're rocking an Nvidia graphics card like me, here's the scoop. Right-click, enter the Nvidia control panel, select Fallout 4 in program settings, find "Max frame rate," set it to 60, and hit OK. Voilà! Your frame rate is now locked at a buttery-smooth 60 FPS.

Language Matters: The French Advantage

Now, for the final touch to supercharge your speedrun: switch your game to French. Why, you ask? Because French is faster, my friends. If you're a purist and want to play in English, go ahead, but be aware that it's at least 30 seconds slower than the French version. To make the switch, start by extracting the French folder. After extracting, copy the sound files from the "voices/FR" folder and paste them into your Fallout 4 folder in Steam. Head over to "program files/steam/steam apps/common/Fallout 4/data," and you'll spot a file named "voices.ba2." Change its name to "voices/Eng," and you'll have the power to switch between French and English with a simple file name swap. This is purely for your convenience, and the game won't use the English files at all.

And there you have it, my fellow adventurers! You've now primed Fallout 4 for an epic speedrunning adventure. It's time to strap in, grab your Pip-Boy, and get ready to conquer the wasteland like never before. The world of speedrunning awaits, and you're about to become a legend in the making. So, what are you waiting for? Let's dive headfirst into the chaos of Fallout 4 and emerge victorious!