A.P.E.X. - Additional Photo Mode Expressions
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #3 of 25 Photo Mode mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A part of the July 2025 BG3 Modathon
About the ModThis mod adds expressions to photo mode with multiple choices for eye directions. Not all eye directions are shown on the mod page.
Compatability
This mod uses HUM_M_Head_A_Base for expressions and other mods using this will most likely not be compatible unless you use the Compatibility Pose Patch or QSAT.
It is otherwise compatible with photo mode poses since this mod doesn't modify the same file.
How To Install
1. Place the .pak file in AppData\Local\Larian Studios\Baldur's Gate 3\Mods
2. Open BG3 Mod Manager and refresh the page
3. Drag the mod from the right side to the left
4. Click 'save load order to file'
Mods Used In Screenshots
Unreleased head preset (on the way!) by me
Myky's Hairstyles by myky24
Prismatic Dress - Armor - Weapons by Lyniara
Kit for the face rig and guide on how to adjust it (and being helpful overall!)
A.P.E.X. adds extra photo mode expressions with multiple eye directions for all humanoid races in Cyberpunk 2077. With 375 endorsements and 86,765 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic mod for players who want more character expression variety in photo mode.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 375 endorsements
- Over 86k downloads shows real demand
- Simple concept that does exactly what it says
⚠️ Cons
- No screenshots or previews in the description
- Last updated July 2025 – check for compatibility with the latest game patch
For Cyberpunk 2077 players who love photo mode and want more expressive character shots. If you're into character customization and taking screenshots, this is a must-have. Skip if you don't use photo mode or want gameplay changes – this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the latest version of Cyberpunk 2077 installed, as mods can break after updates.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex, install this mod through it to keep track of updates and conflicts.
- Test the expressions in photo mode right after installing to see if they appear correctly for your character.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- lumadaire
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 86,765
- Endorsements
- 375
- Category
- Photo Mode
- Created
- 7/22/2025
- Updated
- 7/24/2025
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