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This mod fixes this annoying bug that makes the player's and NPCs faces turn brown when reloading a savegame. It is completely transparent, autonomous, has no impact on performance and is compatible with any mods.

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Author : Seb263
Current Version : 2.0.2 (26/03/2024)
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♦ INTRODUCTION :

The purpose of this mod is to fix a common bug that makes the player's (and optionally NPCs) faces turn brown when reloading a savegame. Multiple options are available so you can tweak the game to your liking.

As of v2.0.0, the mod has been completely redesigned to be more performant, stable, and user-friendly.
Papyrus scripts are no longer used as the entire face regeneration process is now done through a DLL library whose options are fully configurable through a configuration file.

Here are the options that can be configured (from the file "F4SE\Plugins\RustyFaceFix.ini"):

facegen_player : Indicates to the mod that the player's facegen should be taken into account when loading a game.

facegen_npcs : Indicates to the mod that the facegens of NPCs should be taken into account when loading a game (and during the game if streaming_mode is enabled).

streaming_mode (requires facegen_nps to be enabled) : Indicates to the mod that all newly loaded NPCs should be automatically corrected during your game. If you encounter problems, try disabling this option first.

fast_mode : Allows the mod to perform the face regeneration process just before the end of loading a save game to reduce the chances that the operation will be visible.

refresh_equipment : Allows to refresh the equipment of actors at the same time as their
face to avoid a potential bug that would make them invisible if their outfit contains meshes affected by physics.

excluded_races : In addition to the basic selection process, all actors from those races will be ignored by the Fix (EditorID, separated by commas).

debug_mode : This option allows the mod to log its operations in order to detect a potential problem.

plugin_filename : This is the name of the required (light) plugin for the mod to work.
(if you were using "Rusty Face Fix.esl" from v1.x and don't want to change your current load order, rename the new plugin, uncomment this line and set it's value to "Rusty Face Fix.esl")


To manually correct the player or an NPC's face using the console:

  • Open the console using the tilde key (~)
  • Click on the actor whose face you want to regenerate.
  • Type "rff" into the console and confirm.

♦ F.A.Q :

Question: Do I have to do something special once the mod is installed?
Answer: For the fix to work on PC, no, the mod is completely autonomous, you have nothing to take care of.

Question: How to activate the mod for NPCs?
Answer: In the RustyFaceFix.ini file (explained above), set "facegen_nps" to 1 (and optionally set "streaming_mode" to 1 if you're not experiencing any in-game issues).

Question: Does it have an impact on performance?
Answer: No. The game will not even notice that the mod is installed. But you and your character will.

Question: Is this compatible with my other mods?
Answer: Yes, it should work with everything.

Question: What about the load order?
Answer: It doesn't matter at all, put it where you want.

Question: Does this fixes the issues with the Official HD Texture Pack (or custom face textures)?
Answer: No, this only fixes an old game engine bug that occurs when you reload your savegame.
Texture fixes can be found on the nexus.


Question: The mod doesn't seem to be working, how can I be sure it's not actually a mesh or texture resolution issue?
Answer:
Once the mod is installed, open the console, click on any NPC (or PC), and enter "RFF". If the actor is valid, you will receive the following message: "Regenerated face and equipment for actor <Actor>". Following this message, if the actor's face is still brown, it means you have a mesh or texture resolution issue (for which this mod won't be of any help).

♦ PREREQUISITES :

Since the release of the version 2.0.0, Fallout 4 Script Extender (F4SE) version 0.6.23 or later is required for the mod to work.

♦ INSTALLATION :

Automatic Installation:
To install the mod automatically, use the mod manager of your choosing.

Manual Installation:
Place the files you need in your "Data" folder. (Default: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 4\Data)
Launch the game or your mod manager and enable the mod.

♦ UNINSTALLATION :

Just remove "Rusty Face Fix.esp" and "F4SE\Plugins\RustyFaceFix.dll" from your "Data" folder.

♦ LEGAL MENTIONS :

This mod may not be modified or published without my permission.
I do not intend to publish my mods on Bethesda.net, don't waste your time asking me to do.