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Gunfire Causes Hearing Loss [B42+]

This mod offers a realistic way to gain hearing loss, through the exposure of gunfire.

The mod uses a hidden counter to track every gunshot.

Repeated gunfire in a short amount of time can result in a TTS (Temporary Threshold Shift) aka Hard of Hearing. Long-term use of firearms can result in a PTS (Permanent Threshold Shift) aka Deafness.

Fire too many shots in a single hour and you might suffer TTS. Shooting in confined-spaces will also result in higher stress on your eardrums. TTS doesn't last too long, only a few hours. It isn't until you've shot around 1,000 rounds (or so) that you will suffer PTS.

But don't worry! You can easily avoid this by wearing ear protection (Ear Muffs & Ear Protectors). When worn, they completely negate the effects of gunfire. Leveling up your aiming skills will also reduce the counter significantly.


I've added audio-based warnings that signify if you're approaching the PTS threshold or if you've triggered TTS. First you'll hear a slight pulsating sound, then overtime, it will progress to louder ringing in your ears.

Workshop ID: 3465727755
Mod ID: GHL (Normal Version)

There is a second version for players seeking a less punishing and slightly more realistic system.

- Tracks explosions and could add a massive amount of "trauma" value based on the distance.
- You have a chance to recover from HOH, Deaf, and to regain Keen Hearing.
- This recovery chance is daily. If you fail these recovery rolls 4-5 times, the condition becomes permanent.

(All credit goes to UattO for making this version)

Mod ID: GHLF (Forgiving Version)