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If you’ve been scavenging the Appalachian Wasteland long enough, you’ve probably noticed that Fallout 76 has evolved significantly since its launch. One of the latest game-changing additions is the introduction of 4-star legendary weapon mods, which add a new layer of complexity and customization to your arsenal. Whether you’re a solo survivalist or a team-based powerhouse, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of these new mods is essential for maximizing your combat potential.

In this guide, we break down the Fallout 76: 4 Star Legendary Weapon Mods Tier List, ranking the most impactful and practical mods currently available in the game.

What Are 4-Star Legendary Weapon Mods?

The new 4-star legendary weapon mods are enhancements that build on the previous 3-star legendary system by introducing a fourth effect, often utility-based or synergistic with specific builds. These mods drop from high-level enemies, endgame events like Eviction Notice and Moonshine Jamboree, or are crafted through specialized plans.

Unlike their 1 to 3-star predecessors, these mods can turn an average weapon into a build-defining powerhouse—if you know what to look for.

Tier List Overview

This tier list evaluates weapon mods based on three criteria: combat effectiveness, build synergy, and general utility. Let’s dive into each tier.

S-Tier: Meta-Defining Mods

These mods are universally effective and enhance weapons in nearly every combat scenario.

• Quad + Faster Fire Rate + 25% Less VATS Cost + 1 AgilityIdeal for VATS-heavy builds, this combo allows players to maintain high DPS while keeping AP consumption low. The agility boost tightens VATS accuracy, making it perfect for pistols and automatic rifles.

• Bloodied + 25% More Damage While Aiming + 15% Faster Reload + 1 EnduranceBloodied builds remain dominant in Fallout 76, and this mod setup turns a high-risk playstyle into a consistent damage dealer. The added reload speed covers one of Bloodied’s key weaknesses—sustainability.

• Anti-Armor + 50% VATS Hit Chance + 15% Critical Fill + 1 LuckThis setup is practically tailor-made for crit-heavy builds, offering faster crit generation and better accuracy against heavily armored foes. Great for sniper rifles and commando-style play.

A-Tier: Strong, Situational Mods

These mods are powerful but more specialized or dependent on player build.

• Junkie’s + 10% Damage While Aiming + 10% Movement Speed While Aiming + 1 PerceptionJunkie’s builds can hit hard, and these mods give mobility and precision—great for tactical shooters and scoped rifles.

• Executioner’s + 40% Increased Damage to Low Health Targets + 15% Critical Fill + 1 StrengthBest paired with melee or shotguns, this mod setup is brutally effective in group content or PvP where finishing blows matter.

• Furious + 25% Melee Speed + 1 Strength + 10% Damage StackingFor those running melee or unarmed builds, this setup keeps you in the fight and rewards aggressive play.

B-Tier: Niche Utility Mods

These mods can be useful in specific scenarios but don’t offer consistent performance across builds.

• Stalker’s + 100% VATS Accuracy When Not in Combat + 1 Perception + 25% Damage While StealthedStrong in stealth PvE or sniping builds, but offers limited use in fast-paced fights.

• Mutant’s + 25% Fire Rate + 1 Intelligence + Damage Scales With MutationsMutant builds are decent, but this setup requires multiple active mutations to shine.

• Nocturnal + 15% Night Damage + 1 Agility + VATS Fill at NightToo dependent on time of day; great flavor, but unreliable for serious content.

C-Tier: Underwhelming or Redundant Mods

Avoid these unless you’re experimenting or playing purely for fun.

• Instigating + Double Damage on Full Health Targets + 1 Charisma + 10% Fire RateA good opener, but lacks consistency once the target is injured.

• Zealot’s + 30% Damage to Scorched + 1 Intelligence + 15% Reduced Damage From ScorchedToo narrow in use case—outclassed by broader damage boosts.

• Ghoul Slayer’s + 30% Damage to Ghouls + 1 Endurance + 15% Damage Resistance Against GhoulsSame issue as Zealot’s—too limited and not useful outside niche encounters.

Final Thoughts

With the arrival of 4-star legendary weapon mods, Fallout 76 adds a deeper layer of strategy to weapon selection and character builds. Whether you’re optimizing for VATS crit chains, bloodied burst damage, or stealthy sharpshooting, there’s a mod combination that can elevate your gameplay.

As Bethesda continues to fine-tune the Wasteland’s balance, staying on top of the meta is more important than ever. Keep experimenting, share your findings with the community, and most importantly—don’t forget to have fun while surviving the apocalypse.