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NEXUS MODS SUPPLYING SKYRIM DATA AT RECORD PACE

Apr 23, 2024 9:21 AM

Fans of the Fallout series have been flocking to Nexus Mods en masse following the release of Amazon's Fallout TV show, resulting in a surge of mod downloads. The increased interest has led to the community manager of Nexus Mods noting a significant drag in website performance, particularly in download speeds. With Fallout 4 and Fallout New Vegas experiencing spikes in downloads, Nexus Mods served over 6.3 petabytes of mod files to users in just a few days, averaging at a massive 194 gigabits per second. This level of traffic is likened to downloading Skyrim Special Edition twice every second for several consecutive days. Nexus Mods admits that while they have sufficient capacity for typical demand, the site struggles with the short-term traffic peaks and will continue to manage resources as effectively as possible without making unsustainable financial investments. Fallout fans are encouraged to explore various mods to enhance their gaming experience as Nexus Mods remains a central hub for the modding community.

How has the Fallout TV show impacted the modding community?

The release of Amazon's Fallout TV show has dramatically increased the demand for Fallout mods, causing significant traffic spikes on Nexus Mods and overwhelming the site's capacity to keep up with the rush of downloads.

Fallout 4 is the fifth major installment in the Fallout video game series, developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. It's an open-world role-playing game set in a post-apocalyptic world, following the events of a nuclear war. Players explore the wasteland, combat various creatures, and make choices that affect the storyline. The game is known for its extensive modding community, where players can use mods to customize and enhance their gameplay experience.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-04-23 10:00:05
Whoa, the Fallout TV show is causing quite the stir in the modding community It's impressive to see the surge in mod downloads and the strain it's putting on Nexus Mods' servers. The Fallout series has always had a dedicated modding scene, and it's cool to see that passion still going strong, especially with a new TV show on the horizon.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-04-23 09:42:04
Wow, it's no surprise that the Fallout TV show has caused such a surge in mod downloads for Fallout 4 and Fallout New Vegas. It's great to see the community rallying around the games in anticipation of the show, but it's a bummer that Nexus Mods is feeling the strain. Hopefully, they can find a way to manage the influx without breaking the bank.
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-04-23 09:36:03
Man, the Fallout TV show really kicked the modding community into high gear The surge in downloads at Nexus Mods is no joke. It's great to see so much excitement, but hopefully, they can sort out the capacity issues soon so everyone can enjoy their mods hassle-free.
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