BasicMW
From Step Mods | Change The Game
1. Install & Utilities[edit | edit source]
1.A Install Morrowind[edit | edit source]
1.B Install Utilities[edit | edit source]
| 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[edit | edit source]
| 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[edit | edit source]
| 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 | [ MO] |
| 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[edit | edit source]
| Patch name | Use with Mod Organizer | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Arukinns Better UI | Yes | Hires scrolls and pages |
| HD Concept-art splash screen and main menu | Yes | Delete the "splash" folder before installing |
| Chocolate UI | Yes | Hires UI elements |
1.F Immersion and content[edit | edit source]
| 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[edit | edit source]
| 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[edit | edit source]
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.
