Note: As of 2024, downloading version 1.10.163 specifically requires accessing the Steam "Beta" branches, as the current public version has moved to 1.10.980 (Next-Gen).
The most reliable official method. You can use the Steam Console to download specific "depots" containing the older files. Fallout 4 Version 1.10.163 Download
For a less technical approach, the community has created specialized tools: Simple Fallout 4 Downgrader: Available on Nexus Mods Note: As of 2024, downloading version 1
Official channels (recommended)
is more than just an old patch; it is a snapshot of the Commonwealth in its most moddable, stable, and beloved state. While Bethesda pushes forward, the modding community’s heart still beats strongest at this version number. For a less technical approach, the community has
or disable automatic updates for Fallout 4 (Properties > Updates > "Only update this game when I launch it" – and then always launch via F4SE).