The hallmark feature of this update was the integration of the VR Workshop bundle. This allowed players to craft a VR pod within standard settlements, powering it up to enter completely virtual, high-budget sandbox landscapes like Grid World, Atomic Crater, Desert Island, and GNR Plaza.

The developers behind the Fallout 4 Script Extender quickly released an updated version of their tool compatible with the new 1.10.163 executable. Once players updated F4SE and their dependent mods, stability returned. 2. Downgrading the Game

Use specific download_depot commands to retrieve the original 2019 files. Replace your current game files with these older versions. Option 2: Automated Downgraders

We tested 1.10.163 on retail hardware for 10 hours. Here is the verdict:

Assessment: significance and lessons

Here’s a structured for Fallout 4 update 1.10.163 (the last major update before the next-gen update in 2024). This format is suitable for a wiki, changelog, or technical documentation.

In the post-apocalyptic world of Bethesda’s Fallout 4 , few numbers strike as much fear and excitement into the hearts of the Commonwealth as patch numbers. For years, the community existed in a golden equilibrium with version —until the massive "Next-Gen" update (1.10.980) changed everything. Now, on May 4, 2026 , Bethesda has rolled out Update 1.10.163 to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

If you bought the game on GOG, it's much easier. Because GOG provides DRM-free installers, you can often find and install the 1.10.163 version directly without needing any complex patchers.

Since Steam automatically updates to the latest version, players often use a downgrader tool to return to 1.10.163. Popular methods include:

Never use the default Steam "Play" button. Instead, always launch your game through a mod manager (like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2) using the f4se_loader.exe . This bypasses Steam's update check and safely starts your version 1.10.163 game.

One forum contributor offered a balanced perspective: "If you only mod it lightly, don't bother downgrading. If you do not rely on old mods with inactive mod developers again do not bother downgrading".