Bethesda has released a new update (version 1.2.37) for Fallout 4 on the PC that’s intended to improve the game’s performance and cut down on crashing and stability-related issues.
The update adds a much-requested fix, in that it addresses the player becoming stuck in terminals. That tends to happen when Dogmeat walks in front of a terminal while you’re trying to access it.
The patch is a beta, so you’ll have to opt in to download it. You won’t be able to use mods if you download the patch. You’ll have to opt out and play the regular version of the game (downgrading it to a previous, unpatched version) if you want to use mods.
Keep in mind that because it’s in beta, the patch is a work-in-progress so you should back up your saves before installing it.
Here’s what it adds:
General memory and stability improvements
Performance improvements inside the Corvega Assembly Plant
Fixed issue with player becoming stuck in terminals
To get the beta, you need to do the following:
1. Log into Steam
2. Right Click on Fallout 4 in your Library
3. Select Settings
4. Select Betas
5. A drop down menu will appear. Select Beta Update
6. Select OK.
7. Wait a few minutes and Fallout 4 should update.
8. When done, Fallout 4 should appear as Fallout 4 [beta] in your Library
If you decide you don’t want to run the Beta anymore, redo steps 1 – 4. At the drop down, select NONE – Opt out of all beta programs.
