The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition Mods

Best mods

Static Mesh Improvement Mod - SMIM

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Posted about 8 years ago
39 downloads

Skyrim SE is pretty great looking. At least, the major points of the game are. Unfortunately, the 3D models for all of the lesser seen or perhaps just neglected parts of the game seem to have received quite a bit less attention in the transition. This mod aims to fix that. It goes in and replaces over 900+ models in nearly 30,000 placements in the game with better static meshes to give them an overall better quality look.

Total Character Makeover

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Posted about 8 years ago
17 downloads

If you're looking for a comprehensive character makeover kit that aims to take the the best of the best from numerous creative sets in the modding community and bring it together to create an awesome, yet consistent look, then this mod is exactly what you need. It brings new and improved character textures to the game for characters hands, feet, faces, and numerous other texture updates for all races and types.

A Quality World Map

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Posted about 8 years ago
11 downloads

Now we're not saying the world map in Skyrim is the worst, but it could certainly always be better. With this mod, the world map of Skyrim gets a redesign in both its original 3D style and a new cloth map that offers a immersive and rustic approach to navigation in Skyrim. The original 3D map gets a sharper look that details the textures, elevations, and features of the map far better while the paper map offers a painstakingly crafted re-imagining of the entire world's elements in a cool and accurate design.

Vivid Landscapes - All in One

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Posted about 8 years ago
11 downloads

Now this is built towards making every little piece of ground in the Skyrim world pop more than it ever will in the vanilla version. If you're searching for one of the greatest of landscape redesigning mods, this is the one to get. It retextures nearly every from mountains and creek beds, to grass land and dungeons, to farmhouses and tundra and everything in between with high quality textures that bring greater life and feel to the entire visual aesthetic of Skyrim.

Immersive Armors

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Posted about 8 years ago
10 downloads

Tired of seeing the exact same armor pieces scattered around Skyrim at every turn? Want some new styles to gird yourself with without breaking immersion of the game? No problem. This mod adds over 60 new armor variants good for levels from 1 to over 50 that are lore friendly and unique to the game. Arm yourself with any number of new looks and discover new styles spread thoughtfully throughout the land that will spice up the defensive variety of your Skyrim experience.

Enhanced Blood Textures SE

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Posted about 8 years ago
9 downloads

Get ready for a far more bloody adventure than ever before. This mod aims to bring an all new level of visceral visuals to your Skyrim experience. New and rich blood textures come to the game alongside context sensitive appearance and volume. A killing blow will cause pools where damaged enemies will drip upon the floor. Moreover, insects and machines get specialized green blood and oil dripping respectively to keep the immersion strong.

Ordinator - Perks of Skyrim

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Posted about 8 years ago
9 downloads

Sure, this is Special Edition Skyrim, but do you really feel like going through the same old constellations and selecting the same old perks and abilities you picked out years ago? Of course not! And even if you do, this will give you something new to ponder on in addition to your old standbys. It brings over 400 new perks to the game, each in line and properly balanced within their respective constellation. Try out some new tricks and get something a little special and quite brand new out of your overall Skyrim SE experience!

Run For Your Lives

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Posted about 8 years ago
9 downloads

Why the heck would anyone who wasn't Dragonborn or even a warrior or guard hang around to get destroyed by a legendary mythical beast? The answer is they wouldn't and shouldn't. This mod aims to fix the stupidity of the NPC AI when it comes to dragon attacks in exactly that way. Now, NPC citizens won't try to be heroes and rush off to their death, instead fleeing to their homes, the inn, or the nearest safe structure to avoid being cooked to a crisp, much like they ought to!

Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul SE

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Posted about 8 years ago
9 downloads

Get ready for NPCs that react exactly the way they should in most situations, not to mention just make more realistic decisions in their every day interactions. This mod features hours upon hours put into upping the realism of NPC interaction throughout the world. From guards, to bandits, to regular citizens, this mod builds towards a Skyrim populace that isn't dumb as rocks when it comes to any given scenario.

Ars Metallica - Smithing Enhancement

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Posted about 8 years ago
6 downloads

This mod is a generally awesome expansion to most smithing and armourcraft in Skyrim. If you've ever been frustrated by certain lacking aspects as a thief, archer, or guild member, this will help you along your way. Archers can make arrows, thieves can make lockpicks, and guild members can craft faction armor. Among other benefits, this mod works wonderfully to expand smithing and crafting to all types of characters.