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It is highly recommended (and for some Utilities used in this guide even | It is highly recommended (and for some Utilities used in this guide even | ||
necessary) to install Oblivion outside of 'Program Files' or 'Program Files (x86)' folders. Installation in these folders can cause UAC (User Account Control) to unpleasantly interfere with Oblivion and the Utilities. Examples for possible folder structures: | necessary) to install Oblivion outside of 'Program Files' or 'Program Files (x86)' folders. Installation in these folders can cause UAC (User Account Control) to unpleasantly interfere with Oblivion and the Utilities. Examples for possible folder structures: | ||
C:\Steam\SteamApps\common\Oblivion | |||
C:\Games\Steam\SteamApps\common\Oblivion | |||
Right-click Oblivion in Steam and select install. | |||
Do following after installation: | |||
Run: | |||
'''Note''' Change 'Screen Effects' to HDR – this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide. Exit the launcher after done so. | Steam/Library/Oblivion -> play | ||
The Oblivion Launcher sets resolution and generates the INI file. If it does not recognize your GPU, set your 'Screen Resolution' and 'Video Quality' presets according to your hardware capability. Now hit play in the launcher and wait until you reach the game-menu. Exit the game. | |||
:*'''Note''' Change 'Screen Effects' to HDR – this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide. Exit the launcher after done so. | |||
Now, it is a good practice to backup your pristine (Vanilla) Oblivion for future use. For size reduction use 7-zip – download newest version here: http://www.7-zip.org/ (use latest stable version, v9.20 as for August 2014) | Now, it is a good practice to backup your pristine (Vanilla) Oblivion for future use. For size reduction use 7-zip – download newest version here: http://www.7-zip.org/ (use latest stable version, v9.20 as for August 2014) | ||
For this, navigate to: | For this, navigate to: | ||
<Steam>\Steamapps\common\Oblivion | |||
<YourUserProfile>\(My)Documents\MyGames\Oblivion | |||
<YourUserProfile>\AppData\Local\Oblivion | |||
Copy-paste the files of each directory to your backup-drive and use 7-zip to reduce the files size. '''Note''' the non-solid option, normal option and the LZMA2 compression (allows the use of multiple core) should always be chosen. | Copy-paste the files of each directory to your backup-drive and use 7-zip to reduce the files size. '''Note''' the non-solid option, normal option and the LZMA2 compression (allows the use of multiple core) should always be chosen. | ||
A few Steam-Settings do need adjusting: | A few Steam-Settings do need adjusting: | ||
* Open Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → General → enable 'Steam Overlay while ingame' | |||
:needed for OBSE. | :* This is needed for OBSE. | ||
<span style="color: orange;">Recommended:</span> | <span style="color: orange;">Recommended:</span> | ||
* While still in Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → Updates → Uncheck "Enable Steam Cloud synchronization for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion" | |||
<br> | <br> | ||
Revision as of 07:53, August 22, 2014
Complete Oblivion Modding Guide WIP
-Crated By Hishutup and Soire (Red) Template:TOC right
FAQs, Yes you should take a peak a this first.
Temporary forum, Ignore the first couple posts they're old.
Suggestions that are welcomed:
- If you think something is missing suggest it.
- If you think that something is core and shouldn't be go ahead and suggest it.
- If you feel that you have a better way to describe something.
Suggestions that are going to be ignored:
- This guide sucks fix it
- Other unnecessary garbage.
What does this guide entail?
This guide is here to be an up-to-date Oblivion modding guide that is exclusively on STEP. This guide does include recommendations from other guides and the credit will be given from where I found the original content. This is supposed to be community driven meaning, the community is going to take charge of how this guide is formatted, the content in the guide, such as, mod descriptions. If someone has a better way of doing things then post in the provided topic when I get it going but if I don't then PM me and remind me as well as a question/recommendation.
This guide is going to be complicated at first but eventually the rough points are going to be worked out.
There are current three main paths but are total optional.
- Build your own Mod List
- For this you should follow the green squares.
- These are going to be the Core or skeleton.
- These are mainly fixes, texture replaces, improvements that all about keeping that Oblivion feel but updated.
- If you wan something a little extra add a few yellow squares.
- These are going to be referred to as Extended.
- The mods that have yellow squares are not going to be for everyone and it is your choice.
- What is Hishutup's Recommendation
- This is going to be a setup that is mostly going to be fixed in the way of choices.
- If going to be full of game-play enhancers
- A good amount of configuration and understanding.
- NOTE: This is going to take a long time to get right and I am going to need help if you know something special.
- What is Red's Recommendation
- This is going to be for the average user.
- Easier to install
- Easier on hardware and the game engine
Colors, what do they mean?
- Not all of these colors are consistent through out the guide.
- Section header
- Core
- Extended
- Important Notes
- Special / Optional
Mods that are not going to be included or are going not be used at this current time .
- Better Cities: I chose this because it will cause the frame rate of the game to drop to around 15fps while in just about any town.
- Really AEVWD: I am not yet comfortable with the massive frame drop. I have not come up with a good sacrifice for appearance VS. frames.
- Open Cities and Open Cities Reborn: There are mod in incompatibilities as well as massive frame drop when even close to cities.
Credits
- EssArrBee: Thanks to him for replaying to my email and providing an easy to write format.
- tescosi.com: For providing various guides but are a little outdated.
- Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Tweak Guide: I took more than a few look at this and I am going to add part from the guide to mine.
Section 1.X.X: The Tools and Setup
For the most part Wrye Bash is going to be the program to use but there are going to be a few times where OBMM(Oblivion Mod Manager) is going to be needed since installing one part of the UI can be tricky and very difficult.
1.x System Requirements
System requirements for this guide do differ quite a bit from the Vanilla (not-modded) Oblivion ones you find on the store page of Steam. This is, because this guide will add diverse visual enhancements that require better hardware than Vanilla does.
Hardware | Minimum | Recommended |
---|---|---|
Windows OS | Windows XP | Windows 7/8 |
CPU | Intel Core i3 (dual core) | Intel Core i5/i7 (quadcore) |
GPU | 1GB VRAM | >=1.5GB VRAM |
System RAM | 4GB | >=8GB |
On a side note: 64-bit OS is highly recommended when modding Oblivion. However, the executable of the game addresses <2gb of memory usage only (which is in reality something like 1.8gb) and was never updated from Bethesda to have the LAA(Large Address Aware) flag in the executable. Though, if you are running a 32-bit OS the patch won't have any effect. In this case, you might consider to install Core performance options.
1.x Windows Folder Options
Windows Folder Options should be adjusted as follows:
Check show hidden files, folders, or drives Uncheck 'Hide extensions for known file types'
Folder Options are typically found if you open Start → Computer → Organize (upper left corner) → Folder and Search Options → Tab 'View'
- This will be reverted post-installation.
Hishutup's Recomendation:
- Turn UAC (User Account Control) 'OFF' or 'Never'
- My reasoning behind this decision is because it causes strange issues with programs not having the right permissions. Wyre Bash is one program that does have said issues. Every Windows 7 install I have done, I have followed up with immediately turning it off.
- I have never had any issues with it off.
- As for security I have always used Microsoft Security Essentials.
- Overall, I hate that it freezes Windows and displays a box.
- I am NOT responsible for your computer/hardware/install.
- The easiest way to find the UAC is go the Windows Start Menu and in the search type "uac".
- There should only be one suggestion "Change User Account Control settings".
- Click it and drag the slider to the "Never notify me when:" setting.
- The reason for this is because the applications in this guide may have permission issues with being installed in "Program Files (x86)".
1.x Install Oblivion
It is highly recommended (and for some Utilities used in this guide even necessary) to install Oblivion outside of 'Program Files' or 'Program Files (x86)' folders. Installation in these folders can cause UAC (User Account Control) to unpleasantly interfere with Oblivion and the Utilities. Examples for possible folder structures:
C:\Steam\SteamApps\common\Oblivion C:\Games\Steam\SteamApps\common\Oblivion
Right-click Oblivion in Steam and select install.
Do following after installation:
Run: Steam/Library/Oblivion -> play
The Oblivion Launcher sets resolution and generates the INI file. If it does not recognize your GPU, set your 'Screen Resolution' and 'Video Quality' presets according to your hardware capability. Now hit play in the launcher and wait until you reach the game-menu. Exit the game.
- Note Change 'Screen Effects' to HDR – this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide. Exit the launcher after done so.
Now, it is a good practice to backup your pristine (Vanilla) Oblivion for future use. For size reduction use 7-zip – download newest version here: http://www.7-zip.org/ (use latest stable version, v9.20 as for August 2014)
For this, navigate to:
<Steam>\Steamapps\common\Oblivion <YourUserProfile>\(My)Documents\MyGames\Oblivion <YourUserProfile>\AppData\Local\Oblivion
Copy-paste the files of each directory to your backup-drive and use 7-zip to reduce the files size. Note the non-solid option, normal option and the LZMA2 compression (allows the use of multiple core) should always be chosen.
A few Steam-Settings do need adjusting:
- Open Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → General → enable 'Steam Overlay while ingame'
- This is needed for OBSE.
Recommended:
- While still in Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → Updates → Uncheck "Enable Steam Cloud synchronization for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion"
1.x Reset Oblivion to a Pristine (Vanilla) Installation:
To provide you with the best support that Red and I can please do a FULL re-installation of ONLY what Steam downloads. This gives us a starting point.
1. First, do a backup of following directories:
- <Steam>\Steamapps\common\Oblivion
- <YourUserProfile>\(My)Documents\MyGames\Oblivion
- <YourUserProfile>\AppData\Local\Oblivion
Copy-paste the files of each directory to your backup-drive and use 7-zip to reduce the files size. Note the non-solid option, normal option and the LZMA2 compression (allows the use of multiple core) should always be chosen.
2. Deactivate all mods using your choice of mod manager.
3. Browse to your Oblivion directory and delete all files and subdirectories.
4. Open Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Delete Local Content → Delete
- After the game finishes uninstalling, continue on.
5. Navigate to <YourUserName>\AppData\Local and delete the Oblivion folder.
- Go to <YourUserName>\(My)Documents\My Games\Oblivion and delete the Oblivion folder. It will be regenerated later.
6. Deinstall your Previous Mod Manager(s).
7. If you did use Wrye Bash as your mod manager, navigate to <Steam>\SteamApps\Common and find the folder 'Oblivion Mods' and backup if you want to and then delete it.
8. If you did use any other mod manager, find and delete (and backup) their mod directories.
9. In Steam, click Oblivion in your Library and click INSTALL. Downloading might take a while and is dependent on the speed of your internet connection.
10. Now launch Oblivion via 'Play' button in Steam Library, let the launcher set resolution and generate the .ini files.
- After Oblivion is done downloading click PLAY. This will bring up the launcher for Oblivion.
- If dialogue boxes pop up select OK.
- Click Options. Then in the "Video Quality Presets" box, click Ultra High and then OK
- Change the Resolution to the resolution of your screen.
Mine is: 1920x1080(widescreen)
- Leave Antialising set to "None" because Oblivion doesn't allow both HDR and AA.
- Note Screen Effects needs to be set to HDR – this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide and very important.
11. I highly suggest doing a backup of your pristine (Vanilla) Oblivion directory for future use.
12. Starting a new game is required in most circumstances.
Section 1.2.X: ini edits
Basic INI Tweaks
[General] SMainMenuMovieIntro= SIntroSequence=
Leaving the second entry blank disables the bunch of intro-movies playing every time you start Oblivion. If you like to disable the Oblivion menu-intro as well, leave the first entry blank too.
[Controls] bUse Joystick=0 ;Set this if you don't use a joystick. BGamePadRumble=0 ;Set this if you don't use a Gamepad. If the entry is there.
[Water] bUseWaterReflectionsStatics=1 bUseWaterReflectionsTrees=1 bUseWaterReflectionsActors=1
Water will reflect static objects (like houses and sky), trees and NPC's. This setting will impact a bit FPS in heavy populated areas – consider turning back off (=0) if you experience stutters and troubles with cell loading.
[Gameplay] bSaveOnInteriorExteriorSwitch=0 bSaveOnTravel=0 bSaveOnWait=0 bSaveOnRest=0
This disables autosaving which is known to produce corrupt (unplayable) savegames over time. The first entry (bSaveOnInteriorExteriorSwitch) may be or not be there. If it is, set it to =0 as well.
[Grass] iMaxGrassTypesPerTexure=5 or 7
Increases grass diversity with a small cost to performance and yup, 'texure' and not 'texture'! Consider 5 or 7 if using grass retexture mods.
Memory INI Tweaks
Template:Notice The memory tweaks described below are controversial. They have not proven to fix anything. There were a few things I did find noteworthy and I'll probably make a special page. When the page is up it will contain individual tests from Red and me as well as independent users findings, tests, thoughts.
Take a look:
- http://forums.bethsoft.com/topic/1176244-oblivion-and-memory-usage/
- http://www.tweakguides.com/Oblivion_9.html
"FIX LATER"
Section 1.3.X: Tools
BOSS
- Author: The BOSS Development Team
- Version: v2.3.0
- Description: BOSS is helping with setting up the right load order for your mods plus provides helpful information about Bash Tags, Dirty Edits, Conflicts, and does have a Userrule Manager integrated.
- Notes: This is a required utility. Make sure in the drop-down menu is selection 'Oblivion'. As of this point in time I don't trust the placement of LOOT especially because FCOM Convergence is part of this guide.
- Installation:
Open the installer:
[Next] [Install]
The default install location:
C:\BOSS
Wrye Bash
- Author: Wrye Bash Team
- Version: 304.4
- Description: Wrye Bash or WB is at this time the main Mod Manager used for this guide. Even for Skyrim and the Fallout Series WB is used for it's ability to generate a Bashed Patch based on your loadorder. [Recommended] For more Infos refer to the readme here
- Notes: The link is the the Wrye Bash on the Skyrim Nexus site. The installer is for all of the supported games.
- Installation:
Open the installer:
Open the installer, if you get a security warning click [Run] [Next] Notes: C++ Redistributable Pack 2013 is needed for WB and if it's not installed on your machine, you will get a popup from Microsoft. Agree to terms and install. Check Only "Install for Oblivion" and "Wrye Bash [Standalone]" Installationpath: <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion [Next] 2x [Install] [Next] [Close]
Start Wrye Bash by navigating to the Mopy folder that is located in <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion.
- [Recommended] Create a shortcut on your desktop for easy access during this guide: Right-click Wrye Bash.exe and select 'Send to Desktop'. Rename the shortcut to 'Wrye Bash Oblivion'.
Run:
Wrye Bash.exe
A popup will ask you "Turn Lock Load Order Off?"
Click [Yes] Click [OK] Click 'Installers' tab Click [Yes] Close Wrye Bash
Helpful Tips:
- If you struggle with Wrye Bash take a look a THIS. Remember this guide doesn't cover everything.
TES4LODGen
- Author: ElminsterAU
- Version: 3.0.32EXP
- Description:
- What is LOD/VWD?
- LOD (.lod) data files are necessary to view landscapes that are distant in the middle- or background. These are different than the static objects you see from far – also
- known as 'Visible while Distant' objects (VWD). Not all mod (replacer) packages do provide all necessary files related to LOD/VWD and therefor the player runs into
- strange views. Or bugs.
- LOD is built on the basis of quadrants of four adjoining blocks of 32x32 cells. Now, as landscape mods and such changing exterior cells are added, these quadrants realign
- themselves. Further they depend highly on loadorder and the heightmap used in each cell. However technical all this sounds, this results in the necessity to rebuild LOD
- every time a mod is added, removed or changed in the loadorder (or left pane of Mo) that affects these quadrants – like for example 'Qarls Texture Pack' or 'RAEVWD'. The
- tools for this are known as 'LOD Generators'.
- Installation:
Extract to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion:
TES4LODGen.exe
- Notes: TES4LODGen MUST be ran every time load order changes. This includes that one tiny file called 'bashed patch' at the very end. If you fail to do this, your game wont crash nor your savegames destroyed but distant meshes will be strange, out of line or simply not appear.
4GB Patch
- Author: Daniel Pistelli
- Version: 1.0.0.1
- Description: This 4GB patch is for 32-bit executables to use more than the 2.1GB RAM. This patcher adds a LAA(large address aware) flag which raises the RAM limit for Oblivion.exe up to about 3.1GB.
- Notes: Only use this if you have 64-bit (x64) Operation System. If you have a 32-bit OS you do not need this. To determine what OS you run, go to Control Panel → System and Security → System. Look for 'System Type'.
- Installation:
Open the archive:
Run: 4gb_patcher.exe If you get a security warning, click [Run] Navigate to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion Select 'Oblivion.exe' [Open] [OK]
- Note: Run only once on the Oblivion.exe. The original Oblivion.exe will be renamed to 'Oblivion.exe.Backup'.
OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)
- Author: Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel, Paul Connelly
- Version: 0021
- Description:
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- Notes: OBSE is mandatory for this guide. For Steam version, launch Oblivion using the Steam client. For any other version use the obse_loader.exe to launch.
- Installation: Open the archive and extract the files below into the Oblivion folder where your Oblivion.exe is located.
Extract for Steam version of Oblivion:
Data folder obse_1_2_416.dll obse_editor.dll obse_steam_loader.dll
- Note: You do not need to use obse_loader.exe unless you are running the editor (you are creating a mod).
Extract for any digital [RETAIL] version of Oblivion:
Data folder obse_1_2_416-.dll obse_editor.dll obse_loader.exe
- Do now following if you are using the digital Retail version:
Right-click obse_loader.exe and select 'Send to Desktop' Rename the shortcut to 'OBSE-Oblivion' Right-click on the shortcut and select 'Properties' [Change Icon] [Browse] Installationpath Oblivion (templates) "FIX LATER" [OK] [Apply] and [OK]
Retail and Steam version: Do determine if OBSE is enabled
"FIX LATER" - ingame console command
OBMM (Oblivion mod manager)
- Author: Timeslip
- Version: 1.1.12
- Description: Oblivion Mod Manager (OBMM) was the number one Mod Manager for quite some years. For some mods and Archive Invalidation (required step in modding Oblivion) we still need this tool.
- Installation: Download: obmm 1_1_12 full installer
Open archive and run:
obmm_setup.exe
Installer:
[Next] Agree to terms and [Next] [Browse] <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion Check 'Don't create a Start Menu folder' [Next] Uncheck all but 'Associate the .omod file type with oblivion mod manager' [Next] [Install] [Finish]
- Notes: Archive Invalidation is a required step in modding Oblivion.
Enable Archive Invaildation:
Open OBMM: Click Utilities Click Archive Invalidation Select BSA redirection Click Update now Click OK Close OBMM
ENBoost Patch
- Author: Boris Vorontsov
- Version: v0.259
- Description: This patch allows Oblivion to use Memory to maximum capability (not the same as 4GB patch). For this guide, we install the patch without graphic changes.
- Installation:
- Download the file from the link provided above and the configuration file from here.
Extract d3d9.dll and enbhost.exe from the Wrapper Version to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion Extract the archive from Nexus and drop the enblocal.ini matching your GPU and System to the same folder.
- Open enblocal.ini and adjust following:
[Memory] VideoMemorySizeMb= ;set here your VRAM size, for example 1024 for 1GB. Consider to reduce 140mb if you run into troubles.
[WINDOW] ForceBorderless=false ;set to true if you want borderless windowed mode ForceBorderlessFullscreen=false ;set to true if your are using borderless fullscreen mode ;Note If you experience issues (stutters etc.) in-game and you have Vsynch enabled, disable one or the other. Disabling V-sync may cause in-game weirdness (chattering physics object, etc.).
[ENGINE] ForceAnisotropicFiltering=false MaxAnisotropy=16 ;Note on some systems this might be a bit heavy since it's forced to run along HDR, consider reducing by 2n instead or turn it off.
[LIMITER] FPSLimit=0 ;Note FPS-Limits are managed by OSR (Oblivion Stutter Remover)
TES4Edit
- Author: ElminsterAU
- Version: 3.0.32EXP
- Description: This tool is primary used for cleaning the official DLC's and mods. However, it's also a powerful utility with various other functions such as merged patches and reordering masters. For more information, download the FNEdit PDF-Files (applicable to TES4Edit) here.
- Notes: This is a mandatory download.
- Installation:
Create:
New Folder: "TES4Edit" without quotes in <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion
Extract archive:
Place them in the new TES4Edit folder
Section 1.3.X: Cleaning the DLC
This is a required step and should be done regardless of whether you are going to follow this guide or if you are even going to mod your game.
Clean the Oblivion's DLC
Cleaning DLC .esp's and certain mods is critical for creating a stable modded game environment.
- Oblivion.esm
- DLC Shivering Isles
- DLC Shivering Isles is a dummy-.esp and does not need any cleaning. If you attempt to do so anyway, TES4Edit will not do anything.
If you are NOT familiar with cleaning click me.
Note: Some mods have "UDR(s)" or "ITM(s)" but must not be cleaned. Follow BOSS report unless other wise described for a particular mod.
- Reminders are going to be located after the install after the mods that need cleaning.
- Undelete and Disable References are referred to as
"UDR(s)"
- "Identical to Master" records are referred to as
"ITM(s)"
This is a sample BOSS report from before making edits to all of the Official DLC:
- DLCHorseArmor.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCOrrery.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCVileLair.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCMehrunesRazor.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCSpellTomes.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCThievesDen.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCBattlehornCastle.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- DLCFrostcrag.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
- Knights.esp
Template:Mod Cleaning Required TES4Edit
2.01 OBSE Extenders
- OBSE plugins are generally required for some mods because they provide another way for a mod to interact with the game.
OBSE -Elys- Universal Silent Voice
- Author: Elys
- Version: 0.93
- Requirements: Enabled subtitles
- Description: When a character in oblivion isn't voiced then Oblivion will skip through the dialogue even if there are subtitles. This mod fixes that by placing a blank audio track in place of the voiced dialogue so you are able to read the text dialogue.
- Installation:
- Variant 1:
Extract Elys_USV.dll, Elys_USV.mp3 and Elys_USV.lip to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\Plugins
- Variant 2:
Extract to same location Create new folder called OBSE Within OBSE create new folder called Plugins Move all the extracted files to Plugins Create an archive called 'OBSE - Elys - Universal Silent Voice v93 - repacked' Drop the new archive to Wrye Bain - if WB warns about a .dll, click [Yes].
Blockhead
- Author: shadeMe
- Version: 9.2
- Description: This plugin allows mods to use different headmodels for their Race retexture projects such as OCO (Oblivion Character Overhaul) used in this guide.
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- Installation:
- Variant 1:
Extract/drop Blockhead.dll to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\Plugins
- Variant 2:
Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Yes]
Oblivion Stutter Remover
- Author: SkyRanger-1
- Version: 4.1.37
- Installation:
- Variant 1:
Only the 'Data' folder in the archive is needed Extract it to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion.
- Variant 2:
Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Yes]
- For both variants: open sr_Oblivion_Stutter_Remover.ini in <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\OBSE\Plugins and adjust following
Master = { bReplaceHeap = 1 ;turn it off (=0) if you experience reoccurring CTDs and/or unusual low FPS rates.
FPS_Management = { fMaximumFPS = 60 fMinimumFPS = 20 ;consider 30
Heap = { iHeapAlgorithm = 5 iHeapSize = 768 ;can be raised to 1024. Default 450.
ConsCribe
- Author: shadme
- Version: 1.0
- Description: Quote from the readme:
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Aye, actually, this plugin logs all console output to text files for later reviewing, including those typed in by the player. It removes the need for modders to adopt independent logging functions. This is needed for the Userinterface Section.
- Installation:
- Variant 1:
Extract ConScribe.dll to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\Plugins
- Variant 2:
Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Yes]
MenuQue - OBSE Plugin
- Author: kyoma
- Version: v16b
- Notes: Required for MiniMap and dynamic... Core?
NifSE
- Author: DragoonWraith
- Version: 1.1
- Notes: Required for most Combat Overhauls.
<short description>
Oblivion - Enhanced Camera
- Author: LogicDragon
- Version: 1.4a
- Notes: This mod is very optional. I included because I like the idea but if you occasionally experience motion sickness in games I highly recommend not using it. Even I get a little ill after using it and I don't get motion sick.
Replaces the first person camera with third person and then moving the camera into a first person view. I like the idea and thought others would. This IS my replacement for the leg view that should be part of the Deadly Reflex combat mod that is later in the guide. I'll add the recommended leg mod later. "FIX LATER" Temporarily Place holder for vid.
2.02 Fixes
UOP - Unofficial Oblivion Patch
- Author: by Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor
- Version: 3.5.0
- Description: Unofficial Patches are a must; they fix literally ten-thousands of bugs in the original game that were never addressed by Bethesda.
- Installation:
- Download mainfile and QTP3 UOP350 Compatibility Patch from the Optional section.
Esp/m Filter:
Uncheck 'UOP Vampire Aging & Face Fix.esp'. The fix will be included in the bashed patch (Tweak). If warned about .dll, click [Yes]
- Note: Do not yet install the QTP3 patch, it will be used later.
Unofficial Shivering Isles Patch
- Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
- Version: 1.5.4
- Installation:
Esp/m Filter: Check: All
Unofficial Official Mods Patch
- Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
- Version: 19
- Installation:
Esp/m Filter: Check: All
- Note 'DLCThieves Den – Unofficial Patch – SSSB.esp' should only be activated for a new savegame.
Summon Dremora Lord Saved
- Author: DemonLord7654
- Version: 1.0
- Description: The Bruma Mages guild is the only one who sells the spell Summon Dremora Lord. If you didn't pay attention, later in the game you won't be able to purchase this spell. This mod adds the spell to Mystic Emporium and the Mages Guild in Skingrad.
- Installation:
- Drop to Bain and install.
Disappearing Grass Fix for Oblivion and Nehrim
- Author: Xerus
- Version: 1.0
- Description: This mod fixes the disappearing act that grass has over time.
- Installation: Download: Disappearing Grass Fix
Esp/m Filter:
Check: GrassFix.esp Uncheck: NehrimGrassFix.esp
Detailed Terrain at Oblivion
- Author: ChainsawXIV
- Version: Beta
- Description: Detailed Terrain updates the technology used to render the game's terrain textures. The traditional shader simply fades from one texture to the next, creating ugly, muddy looking transitions in many areas. The new shader uses alpha information added to each landscape texture to mask the textures when they are blended with the textures below them, producing crisp beautiful transitions that give the illusion of much greater detail in texture application. What's more, this effect is achieved with practically no impact on performance!
- Note: "FIX LATER"Some may enjoy this mod whereas others won't. Use the comparison images below to help you make a decision.
Here are some comparison images | |
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With Detailed Terrain | Without Detailed Terrain |
X | X |
2.03 User Interface
You can chose between two different layouts of DarNified UI that get rid of the xBox interface and converts it to be more PC-like. Images belong to the respective mod author. I will replace these with my own.
Whats the difference? | |||
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Options | Hishutup's recommendation: DarkUId DarN | Red's recommendation: DarNified UI | Vanilla |
Customization | X | ||
Items Menu | X | ||
Map | X |
Hishutup's recommendation: |
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===== Atmospheric Dark UI Loading Screens =====
In Wrye Bain (Installer) right-click the bar that is underneath the tabs Select Monitor External Installation [OK] Leave WB in the current state Open OBMM: Click [Create] In the new window, select [Add archive] and add 'Atmospheric Loading Screens 4_05-8925-4-05.7z' [Yes] to omod conversion data [Create omod] this might takes a while [OK] Click on the new file in the middle pane [Activate] Read the Box and [OK] Select 'Random Quotes' and [OK] Make sure the green quadrant next to the mod has turned blue Exit OBMM Back in Wrye Bain: [OK] [Create Project] Type 'Atmospheric Loading Screens 4.05' [OK] |
===== DarkUId DarN =====
Move: DarkUId DarN 16 OMOD Version-11280.zip into: Oblivion\obmm\mods folder Install: In Wrye Bain (Installer) right-click the bar that is underneath the tabs Select Monitor External Installation... [OK] Leave Wrye Bain in the current state. Open OBMM: Select 'DarkUId DarN 16 OMOD Version-11280' Click [Activate] Type the name of your character (suggestion) If playing a female try "Rosaline" Select [OK] Click 'Install Everything' Select multiple (use ctrl) Select 'Custom Font 1' (Optional/Option) Select 'Atmospheric Loading Screens' Select 'No Quest Added popup' Click [Ok] Select 'Knights_Quest_36' (Optional/Options) Click [Ok] Select 'Large' (Options) Click [OK] Press (CTRL) + [Yes] Close OBMM Wrye Bain: Click [OK] Select all Type "DarkUId DarN v16" (Options) Click [OK]
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===== Skill Perk Descriptions =====
Drop the archive to Bain and install. |
===== DarNified Config Addon =====
Drop the archive to Bain and install. |
Red's recommendation: |
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===== DarNified UI =====
Esp/m Filter: Uncheck LoadingScreen.esp. Install
Esp/m Filter: Uncheck LoadingScreenSI.esp Install
Right-click the mod 'Conversion' -> 'Apply' -> select the BCF.
Right Pane: Check: '00 Core' and '03 AddOn+Base+SI' Uncheck: LoadingScreensAddon.esp Install
Select Monitor External Installation... [OK]
[Load] -> 'DarNified UI 1.3.2.OMOD' [Activate] Type the name of your character [OK] Select 'Install Everything' Hold (CTRL) Select 'Trollf Loading Menu' Select 'Colored Local Map' Select (Optional) 'No Quest Added Popup' [OK] Select 'Large' [OK] Press (CTRL) + Yes Close OBMM
[OK] Select [All] Type "DarNified UI v132" [OK] |
===== Skill Perk Descriptions =====
Drop the archive to Bain, install |
===== Elven Map Redux =====
Drop to Bain, install. |
===== Shivering Isles Elven Map =====
Drop to Bain, install. |
===== DarNified Config Addon =====
Drop the archive to Bain, install. |
Alternative Map | |||
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Alternatives | With Hishutup's Recommendation | With Red's Recommendation | With Vanilla |
Default | X | ||
Dynamic Map | Hishutup needs to review | Red needs to review | Core? |
2.04 Conflicting Graphics
Really Textured Normal Maps for Vanilla - BAINs
- Author: Jarod
- Version: 1.0
- Description: A mod that covers it all: landscape, clutter, armor, weapons... - you name it. In this guide used as basis retexture mod.
- Installation:
Download:
Really Textured Normal Maps Part 1 BAIN Really Textured Normal Maps Part 2 BAIN Really Textured Normal Maps SI BAIN
Sub-Packages:
Left Pane: Right-click: Select All Repeat for all "Really Textured Normal Maps"
2.05 Landscape, Cities & Caves
Qarls Texture Pack III
- Author: Qarl
- Version: 1.3
- Description:
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— Quotation source
- Notes: Performance Option: Download QTPRedimized.zip. Super-Performance Option: do not install.
- Installation: download QarlTP3.zip
Install:
In Wrye Bain (Installer) right-click the bar that is underneath the tabs Select Monitor External Installation... [OK]
Leave Wrye Bain in the current state. Open Archive:
Run: QuarlTP3.exe If you get a security warning, click [Run] "Extract To": <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data Select [Extract] Confirm replacing files: [Yes to all] This may takes a while - Red says, go get Coffee or a Soda o.o
Wrye Bain:
[OK] [Create Project] Make sure, all is selected Type "QTP3" (Options) [OK] This may takes a while. Red suggests, you go for a cookie?
- I am trying to find a reliable upload of the texture pack. If this link goes down, post in the forum.
QTP Custom Road Textures - and more
- Author: _pk
- Version: 1.0
- Description: Replaces QTP3 Road and Rock textures with custom ones correcting some eye-sores.
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation:
Left Pane Subpacks: Select all 02. folders Install
QTP3 Transparent Rock Texture Fix
- Author: amnes
- Version: 1.0
- Description: Fixes a large rock texture that looked out of place.
- Notes: I am unsure if this is still needed but figured that it really doesn't matter if it is installed. Super-Perfomance Option: do not install.
QTP UOP350 Compability Patch
- Author: Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor
- Version: 3.5.0
- Description: Qarl's Texture Pack 3 uses the mesh corrections from the Unofficial Oblivion Patch 1.61. This patch updates this to 3.5.0 UOP.
- Notes: Super-Performance Option: do not install.
- Installation: Remember you've downloaded this patch in the 'Fixes' section?
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Bomret Texture Pack for Shivering Isles
- Author: Bomret
- Version: 1.0
- Description: Just like Qarls Texture Pack this is just as amazing but for the Shivering Isle expansion.
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install. On the homepage linked above, scroll down for the English description. Download-button on the bottom.
- Installation: (if needed)
Arena HD
- Author: amnes
- Version: 1.5
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation:
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Oblivion Realm - HD
- Author: amnes
- Version: 1.0
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation:
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Real Lava HD
- Author: CptJoker71
- Version: 1.3
- Description: Retextures the Lava to look way more realistic and detailed.
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation: Download: Real Lava 1_3
"FIX LATER" - maybe needs repacking.
Statues HD
- Author: anmes
- Version: 1.0
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation:
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Unique Signs
- Author: Khavaz
- Version: 1.0
- Description: Changes Oblivion's signs to be unique and memorable.
- Notes: Super-Perfomance Option: Do not install.
- Installation:
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Real Wood Road Signs
- Author: Varacolaci
- Version: 1.0
- Installation:
Drop the archive to Bain, install.
Distant Landscape
NOTE: This Section and a few other mods may be replaced by Landscape LOD generator tes4ll-v4. I struggle to fully understand this amazing application. There are a few problems with the application and can take over an hour but that might because I did something wrong.
Optimised Distant Land MAX
- Author: bunsaki
- Version: 1.1
- Installation:
Sub-Packages:
50 Percent Optimized Distant Land
- Notes: May be replaced by tes4ll-v4.
- There will be a needed patch that will be near the end of the guide for Unique Landscapes.
This mod reduces vanilla distant land meshes to increase frames.
Koldorns LOD Noise Replacer
- Author: Koldorn
- Version: 1.3
- Installation: Download: KoldornsLODnoiseReplacer
Sub-Packages:
Check Medium
- Notes: May be replaced by an tes4ll-v4.
<short description>
Deathb0rns Modified Qarls LOD Normal Maps
- Author: Deathb0rn
- Version: 1.1
- Installation: Download: 2048x2048 version (Options)
- Notes: May be replaced by an tes4ll-v4.
<short description>
Character Improvements
Oblivion Character Overhaul version 2
- Author: nuska
- Version: 2.03
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Common Oblivion
Hishutup's recommendation: |
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===== Cobl =====
Sub-Packages: Check: 00 Cobl Core 02 Tweaks (Only install one) Esp/m Filter: Check: Cobl Main.esm Cobl Filter Late... Cobl Glue.esp Cobl Races.esp Cobl Si.esp Cobl Tweaks - FCOM Mergeable.esp
Cobl stands for Common Oblivion."FIX LATER" |
Red's recommendation: |
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????Do not use???? |
RAEVWD
Hishutup's Recommendation: |
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[ Really AEVWD]
Wizard: X
This mod adds distant meshes resources, that after running TES4LODGen there will be more distant mesh objects. |
Red's Recommendation: |
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[ Really AEVWD]
Wizard: X
This mod adds distant meshes resources, that after running TES4LODGen there will be more distant mesh objects. |
Weather, Sound & Lighting
Animated Window Lighting System and Chimneys - AWLS
- Author: XMarksTheSpot-Brumbek-Ismelda
- Version: 5.5.4
- Installation:
Wizard:
Select "Advanced Smoking Chimneys" No No (Options) Yes Default 3x(Options) Yes Default 4x(Options) Check: "Apply these selections" and "Install this package"
Esp/m Filter:
Check all
<short description>
I have always enjoyed diverse weather and sounds in games. I hate when I am able to pick up of the repetition of things.
- I am currently looking for more or different sounds.
- I am looking to find a good new voice set. I found one but thought its strange until I had gotten used to it.
Weather - All Natural
- Author: Chong Li
- Version: 1.35a
- Installation:
Wizard:
All Natural - Full Yes 3x All three checked Rose Red Tint (Option) Default (Option) Default Nights (Option) Default Check: Apply these selection and Install this package
Esp/m Filter:
Check: All
- Notes: Kvatch Rebuilt and MMM are going to be installed later.
This mod includes another mod that was merged into All Natural. All natural improves weather as well as add lights to all the vanilla places that looked like something was giving off light but there was anything close that would give off light.
Immersive Interiors
- Author: SomeWelshGuy
- Version: 0.8.1
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER" requires all natural
<short description>
Immersive Interiors - Bravil and Leyawiin
- Author: 127ms
- Version: 2.01
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"requires all natural and Immersive Interiors
<short description>
I took a look at a different mod called GOSH - Gecko's Oblivion Sound overHaul. I took a quick read through the comments and found people that had issues. I chose to ignore GOSH but rather follow the recommendations given by Cliffworms.
Sounds of Cyrodiil
- Author: Cliffworms
- Version: 1.1
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER" patches
<short description>
Storms and Sound v3 lightning for all weathers
- Author: Deathless Aphrodite lilith and Foghorne
- Version: 3.0
- Installation: (Yes, needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (Yes, needed)"FIX LATER" rename or change the patches... I say edit but IDK
<short description>
Oblivion Stereo Sound Overhaul
- Author: canderoc
- Version: 0.9
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Better Bell Sounds
- Author: Morbus
- Version: 1.0
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Atmospheric Oblivion
- Author: Piratelord
- Version: 1
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Atmospheric Oblivion Updated
- Author: PirateLord
- Version: 1.1
- Installation: Don't install.
- Notes: I saw this but I don't exactly know what it fixes and if the fixes were done correctly.
<short description>
Symphony of Violence - Combat Sound Enhancement
- Author: MigTheGreat
- Version: 0.5
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Unique Locations
I like to have as much content in my game as possible. Post in the forum if you know of a new quest or new land mod.
Unique Landscapes Compilation
- Author: Various
- Version: 1.7.3
- Installation:
Wizard:
Full Wheat (Option) Default (Option) Yes Check: Apply these selections and Install this package.
I would probably consider this a must-have mod because it adds many unique location in the Tamriel world.
Verona House Bloodlines
- Author: DTOM
- Version: 12.0
- Installation:
Esp/m Filter:
VHBloodlines.esp
- Notes: Can cause extremely low frames because this mod adds a town on the road around the capital. Considering on removing.
A quest mod that adds a nice small but compact town.
The Heart of the Dead
- Author: BFreyermuth
- Version: 6.5
- Installation: (if needed)
- Notes: (if needed)
<short description>
Knights of the Nine Revelation
- Author: Lanceor
- Version: 1.3.7
- Installation: (if needed)
- Notes: (if needed)
<short description>
Kvatch Rebuilt
- Author: Kvatch Rebuilt Team
- Version: 3.0pb2
- Installation: (if needed)
- Notes: (if needed)
<short description>
The Lost Spires
- Author: Leo Gura
- Version: 6.00
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Tears Of The Fiend
- Author: Simyaz and Arilita
- Version: 1.22
- Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
- Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
<short description>
Weapon & Armor
[<url> <mod name>]
- Author:
- Version:
- Installation: (if needed)
- Notes: (if needed)
<short description>