BasicMW
From Step Mods | Change The Game
1. Install & Utilities
1.A Install Morrowind
1.B Install Utilities
Utility | Format | Notes |
---|---|---|
7-Zip | .EXE | Install 64-bit version, only use 32-bit if 64-bit doesn't work |
Mod Organizer 2 | EXE/ZIP | Easier modding, use the included tutorial |
1.C Install MGE XE or OpenMW
Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes |
---|---|---|
MGE XE latest beta | No | Link is correct, see "files" |
Morrowind Code Patch | No | Only needed with MGE |
OpenMW | No | This is an alternative to MGE and MCP |
ModOrganizer-to-OpenMW | Yes | For crosstalk between OMW and MO |
1.D Main mods
Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes | MO instant link |
---|---|---|---|
Morrowind Optimization Patch | Yes | Optional file not needed | MO |
Dunmer Lanterns Replacer | Yes | Meshes for lanterns | MO |
WIP Detailed Correct UV Rocks | Yes | MO | |
RR Mod Series - Better Meshes | Yes(add manually) | Download all files | [ MO] |
Better Meshes plus Optimization | Yes | MO | |
MOAR Mesh Replacers | Yes | Delete furn_basket_01.nif in Meshes/f | MO |
Patch for Purists | Yes | All in one patch | MO |
Animation Compilation | Yes | New animations | MO |
HD Vanilla Textures | Yes | Alternative | MO1 MO2 |
Remiros' Ascadian Isles Trees | Yes | Install Vanilla edition | MO |
Vanilla-friendly West Gash Tree Replacer | Yes | Both a model and texture replacer for the West Gash trees | MO |
Bitter Coast Redux II | Yes | Use the vanilla option | MO |
Morrowind VanillaPlus | Yes | Pick purist edition with MGE | MO |
Ozzy's Grass Mod | Yes(add manually) | Generate via MGE, OpemMW: Just activate the plugin | [ MO] |
1.E User interface
Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Arukinns Better UI | Yes | Hires scrolls and pages | MO |
HD Concept-art splash screen and main menu | Yes | Delete the "splash" folder before installing | MO |
Chocolate UI | Yes | Hires UI elements | MO |
1.F Immersion and content
Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes |
---|---|---|
The Publicans | Yes | More beds for rent |
Diseases Restored | Yes | New ways to die |
Holidays Across Tamriel - Vvardenfell | Yes | Enable only Holidays Across Tamriel - Vvardenfell.esp |
Official Add-Ons Patched | Yes | Link is correct, see under "files" |
Subtle Magic Glow | Yes | New texture |
Better Waterfalls | Yes | New texture |
Mixed guards | Yes(add manually) | Varied guards |
A Strange Plant | Yes(add manually) | Nirnroot on Vvardenfell |
Mines and Caverns | Yes | Improves several vanilla dungeons |
1.G Gameplay changes
Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes |
---|---|---|
Movement Fatigue Halved | Yes(add manually) | Better alternative to "always hit"-mods |
Purist Friendly Magicka Regen | Yes | Adds magicka regeneration to the game |
Creeper and Mudcrab Merchant Balance | Yes | Makes mercantile useful |
Delayed DB Attack V2 | Yes | Makes Tribunal start only after significant progress |
1.H Configure MGEXE
Download either the high or low preset, extract to the Morrowind folder.
High suits systems with a dedicated graphics card best, while low is best for integrated such as Intel HD series.
Then generate distant land with grass at 100% density and all plugins. Disable grass plugins in launcher before starting the game.
Go to the ingame tab and fill in these light settings: Quadratic - 2.619, linear - 0, constant - .382.
Also Enable thread loading and yes to all errors. The install is now ready to be played.