Combat Extender

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,867 endorsements) 📥 421,311 downloads 📌 v1.1.8 📅 12/18/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Zehtuka · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/5/2024 📅 Created: 12/18/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ BG3 Script Extender — BG3 Script Extender Download ↗
2🧩 Community Library — Community Library (Norbyte) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #30 of 515 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Combat Extender (Updated to Patch 8)

Adjust the health, stats, abilities, spells and other buffs of enemies with easy user configuration. Whereas there are multiple combat mods, they tend to be outdated, abandoned or aren't really suitable for a serious campaign as they randomly give spells and abilities to enemies. This mod allows you to easily adjust and modify enemy abilities, spells and hitpoints while staying true to the original game design.

Translations included in mod: Korean translation by yoonmoonsick. Chinese translation by mrpartsr. Italian translation by rahl81. Brazilian Portuguese translation by theuw.

The picture is just an example of what it can do, double action and double bonus action makes the game significantly more difficult!

Click here for the setup guide.

Ready to use configuration files: (follow the guide above until point 13)

- 5e Spells (recommended) & 5e Spells (no stats or health adjustments)

- 8 Players (beta). This is very difficult.

- Stronger Bosses and Enemies

- Player Level Scaling

NOTE: Levels don't do much in BG3 as NPCs aren't like players. You can replicate any difficulty without level scaling. Only use this if you know what you are doing.

Short version:

  • []Download the latest release and install

    []Load a savefile, the default configuration will be generated

    []Adjust the configuration to your liking, you can reload a quicksave to have the mod read your new settings

    []Optionally: For an easier to read configuration copy paste this one.

For Multiplayer only the host has to customize the config file.

Combat Extender AI (CX AI)
  • []Largely removes vanilla artificial "stupidity"

    []Focus firing is encouraged instead of discouraged

    []Use more crowd control abilities and spells against players

    []Reduce restrictions on positioning and spell/effect combinations

  • De-prioritize player summoned creatures

    How to use CX AI?

    Simply download the latest CX AI release and install.

    Can I use it to replace other AI mods?

    Yes, one is abandoned by its creator and the other one causes crashes. CX AI is a safe drop-in replacement for your existing campaign.

    What does Combat Extender do?

    It tags enemies based on archetypes using an override method. In turn these tags are used to dynamically add extra abilities, spells or passives. Besides tagged enemies it applies global boosts in the form of additional hitpoints, movement range or (bonus) actions and more based on a configuration file.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Combat Extender is a gameplay mod by Zehtuka that enhances enemy abilities, spells, and buffs with easy user configuration, letting you adjust combat difficulty to your specific needs. With 1,867 endorsements and 421,311 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking tailored challenge.

✨ Key Features

Enhances enemy abilities, spells, and buffs.
Easy user configuration for adjusting combat difficulty.
Allows modification to fit specific player needs.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High download count (421,311) shows strong community trust.
  • 1,867 endorsements indicate active user approval.
  • Flexible difficulty tuning suits players who want a personalized challenge.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in September 2024, so may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
  • No detailed feature list provided, so you'll need to explore in-game to see all options.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who find the base game too easy or too hard and want to fine-tune enemy strength. Also great for veterans seeking a fresh challenge without overhaul mods. Skip if you prefer preset difficulty options or don't want to fiddle with settings.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Start with small adjustments to enemy buffs to avoid sudden difficulty spikes.
  • Experiment with one enemy type at a time to understand the impact before changing everything.
  • Check the mod's configuration menu (if any) to see all available options.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Zehtuka
Version
1.1.8
Downloads
421,311
Endorsements
1,867
Category
Gameplay
Created
12/18/2023
Updated
9/5/2024

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