
If you do plan on adding mods after you finish the guide, please reference this list of mods that you should avoid using. Unfortunately, I do not have the time or energy to provide support for setups that install extra mods on top of the guide. The latest GPU drivers (Either NVIDIA, AMD or Intel).Īdditional Mods: If you are looking to add more mods to your setup, please wait until after you have completed the guide, or else we will be unable to help you on Discord should you need it.If you use Windows 11 then NanaZip is a better option). A text editor (I recommend Notepad++, but the default Windows notepad will work).Extract the archive and run the included install_all.bat as an administrator to install all of the required libraries at once.The and Xbox Gamepass versions of the game are also unsupported, as they do not work with xNVSE which is essential for most mods. Only the English version of the game is supported for maximum compatibility.An English copy of the game with all DLCs from either Steam or GOG.For information regarding adding your own mods, see the Additional Mods section below. Load order will be provided and it will work even if you left out any mods. Customizability: The guide is partially modular, some mods are optional as indicated by their yellow name.

This section is highlighted by JSawyer Ultimate Edition and The Living Desert, so it is not recommended for first time players. There is also an optional Overhauls section that will make the game much more difficult and add some new vanilla-friendly content.

This section is highlighted by Real Recoil and Just Assorted Mods.

No 4k texture mods, no ENBs, no poorly scripted weather mods, or any other un-optimized/broken mods.

Performance: Every tool, setting, and mod in the guide has been carefully selected and play-tested to ensure maximum possible performance.Stability: The guide includes all essential stability enhancements and no placebo/dangerous mods.
