Fallout: London Train Crash Bug—Fixes & Status
Fallout: London is one of the most exciting mods in the Fallout series. It takes players far from the American wastelands and throws them into a post-apocalyptic London. Epic, right? But while the mod has been turning heads, there’s one little hiccup that’s got players scratching theirs—the infamous train crash bug.
This bug has become as notorious as a raider ambush. But don’t worry! We’re diving deep into what’s going on, what players are experiencing, and how to (hopefully) fix it. Let’s get started!
What Is the Train Crash Bug?
Ah yes, the big bad bug. When players load into a train section of Fallout: London, some report an instant game crash. For others, the train sequence causes textures to glitch, characters to freeze, or the entire screen to go black. Sometimes—just for good measure—it can even break your save.
This typically happens when:
- You’re heading into the London Underground areas
- A scripted event with a train gets triggered
- You fast travel near train zones
- You use mods that change transportation or map events
Not fun, right? But fear not—there are ways to deal with it.
Why It Happens
The modders behind Fallout: London poured their hearts into this mod. But with such a massive world and new mechanics, issues pop up. Trains in Fallout: London use custom scripting. These scripts simulate vehicles—a feature Bethesda’s engine doesn’t exactly love.
Here are a few causes the community has suggested:
- Conflicting animation scripts
- Overloaded texture files
- Improper triggers for moving trains
- Hardware limitations (especially for older PCs)
Basically, it’s a mix of creative ambition meeting engine limitations.
What Players Are Saying
Reddit, Nexus Mods, Discord—players are buzzing about this bug. Here are some quotes from the community:
“I thought it was just me, but my game crashes every time that train scene starts. Please help!”
“Works fine until I get near the Piccadilly line. Then boom—crash city.”
“I uninstalled two other mods and finally got past the train segment. Still glitchy though.”
So yes, it’s common. And you’re not alone.
Current Fixes That Work (Kinda)
Good news! Some users have found workarounds that either delay the crash or help you bypass it. Here are the top user-tested methods.
1. Limit Other Mods
This mod is huge. If you have a ton of other mods running, the engine might wave a white flag. Try disabling:
- Graphical overhaul mods
- Combat and AI behavior mods
- Vehicle or movement enhancements
Then try to play the train section again. Some players say this solves the issue entirely.
2. Lower the Graphic Settings
Drop that resolution. Turn off shadows. Lower your settings to Low. This helps if the crash is caused by overloaded textures or RAM usage.
It’s not pretty—but neither is a black screen of death.
3. Manual Save Before the Scene
Before the game triggers the event with the train, make a manual save. That way if it crashes, you’re not stuck in a crash loop. Smart, right?
Also, save away from any train tracks if possible.
4. Try the Community Patch
A small team of modders has released an unofficial “No Train Crash” patch. It disables some of the advanced scripts and replaces them with static events.
You can find it on Nexus Mods under the optional files tag for Fallout: London. Just beware—this may skip part of the story or impact immersion a bit.
5. Console Commands (PC Only)
Use the Fallout console (press ~) to teleport around the buggy area:
coc SomeSafeCell
This warps you to a safe zone. You can also use:
tcl
This lets you fly through walls and skip the scripted train trigger. Then just toggle it off when you’re past the crash point.
Status from the Mod Team
The creators of Fallout: London are very aware of the issue. In their last update post on Discord, they said:
“We are actively working on a fix for train scripting stability. Expect a hotfix soon.”
They also hinted that a future update might switch to simplified trains altogether—or make transport optional to reduce crashes.
Until then, their advice is to keep your game patched, avoid stacking mods, and report issues on their official bug tracker.
Tips to Stay Bug-Free
Want to avoid a crash before it even happens? Try following these golden tips:
- Keep your Fallout 4 and Fallout: London up-to-date
- Always install required dependencies like F4SE
- Save often and in different slots
- Turn autosave off to avoid corrupted saves
- Use mod managers like Mod Organizer 2 or Vortex
These habits not only help with the train bug but also prevent many other random glitches.
When To Expect an Official Fix
Right now, there’s no hard date for an official fix. But it’s likely to arrive soon. The developer team has been very responsive and fast with updates.
They’ve already issued minor performance patches and are asking for crash logs from users. That’s a good sign!
Our best guess? Within the next few weeks from the last update post.
Final Thoughts
Train crash bugs are annoying—but they’re not the end of your London adventure. Fallout: London is a passion project from talented modders. With a little patience and a few tweaks, you’ll be back in action.
So save often, patch your game, and use those console commands if needed. Just steer that train of bugs off the track—and enjoy one of the coolest custom Fallout experiences ever made.
See you in the Wasteland, mate.
