Fallout 4 receives its December patch with all these changes and improvements

Bethesda publishes a new update focused on polishing the experience and fixing major bugs.

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Fallout 4 now has its December patch, an update packed with long-awaited fixes and adjustments designed to improve the game’s overall stability across all platforms. Bethesda acknowledges that community feedback has been instrumental in identifying key issues and prioritizing this patch, especially regarding Creations, interface, and crashes.

However, the company has also confirmed that one of the most requested features by console players, expanded storage, will be delayed and arrive in 2026 when it’s fully ready.

Key Changes in Fallout 4’s December Patch

Saving, Loading, and Content Management

• Resolved issue with missing Creations Bundle on Steam

• The game correctly recognizes Creation Club content when loading old saves

• Correct notifications when Creations are disabled but not deleted

General Interface and Usability Improvements

• Adjustments to the category list, preventing overlaps and visual errors

• Fixed missing buttons, icons, and designs in “My Library”

• The “Best Results” sorting option is back

• Resolved keyboard and cursor issues in the Creations menu

• Improved navigation when quickly entering and exiting the Creations store

• Removed Creations can now be individually deleted

• Fixed infinite scrolling in the carousel when purchasing credits

Crash and Stability Fixes

• Resolved unexpected closures when downloading content, reloading data, or remaining inactive in menus

• Eliminated crashes when signing out, exiting the Creations menu, or starting new games with active content

• Improved error handling when performing quick actions in menus

• The game no longer gets stuck when exiting

Platform-Specific Adjustments

• Optimization for ultra-wide and super ultra-wide monitors

• Performance and interface alignment improvements on wide screens

• Specific fixes for Steam Deck and portable devices

• Button and interface adjustments on consoles

Text, Languages, and Other Details

• Fixed display of apostrophes and special characters

• Adjusted anniversary improvement message in German, French, and Spanish

Bethesda has confirmed that it will continue to release new patches and Creation content in 2026 and invites players to keep sending feedback to further refine Fallout 4. A discreet update, but a much-needed one, that clearly improves the overall experience before taking the next step next year.