Essential Feats

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,263 endorsements) 📥 434,023 downloads 📌 v1.0.13 📅 1/3/2024
🟡 Updated this year

By Syrchalis · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 5/19/2026 📅 Created: 1/3/2024
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #27 of 515 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Rebalance Series

Attempt to rebalance all spells and cantrips to be more even in power.

  • []Rebalance - Cantrips

    []Rebalance - Level 1 Spells

    []Rebalance - Level 2 Spells

    []Rebalance - Level 3 Spells

    []Rebalance - Level 4 Spells

    []Rebalance - Level 5 Spells

    []Rebalance - Level 6 Spells

    []Rebalance - Class Spells

    []Rebalance - Feats

    []Rebalance - Racials

    []Rebalance - Common Effects

    []Rebalance - Nerfs

    Essential Series

    Attempt to add missing pieces to the game.

    • []Essential Feats

      []Essential Armor and Weapons

      The goal of this mod is to supplement the selection of feats, giving more options, depth and variety. Some of the feats are taken from 5e, some are inspired by it and some are entirely new.

      ASI Version

      You will find an optional file in the download section. It gives every feat +1 ASI (ability score improvement) - allowing you to improve one of the six ability scores by +1, essentially turning every feat into a "half feat". It requires the main mod and has to be loaded after it.

      How this change is applied is as follows:

      If a feat already gave you a limited ability score improvement, (e.g. Lightly Armored offering STR or DEX) it will now let you choose any ability, instead of the limited selection. If a feat gave no ability increase at all, it will now give +1. The optional file covers only the feats from this mod - if you want ASI for vanilla feats, look at my Feat Rebalance.

      Please note that tooltips are not updated to reflect this.

      I'll not be making additional versions.

      Note: Currently most of my imagination went into the rebalances so most of these feats can be found in "Feats Extra". I still wanted to make my own version with my own design and the ability to add more feats.

      []Grants 'Experimental Alchemy' passive

      []Allows throwing a grenade or water bottle for free once per turn

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Essential Feats adds a selection of desirable feats to the game, drawing from 5e rules and original creations. With over 3,200 endorsements and 434k downloads, it's a popular gameplay expansion for players seeking more character build options. Last updated in May 2026.

✨ Key Features

Adds feats from 5e and original creations to the game.
Popular gameplay mod with 3,263 endorsements and 434,023 downloads.
Actively maintained, last updated May 2026.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust: 3,263 endorsements and 434k downloads show it's a go-to for feat expansion.
  • Freshly updated (May 2026) — likely compatible with current game patches.
  • Mixes official 5e feats with custom ones, giving you both familiar and fresh options.

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is bare-bones — no list of included feats, so you'll have to discover them in-game.
  • No compatibility info for other feat mods — potential conflicts if you stack multiple.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want more character build variety and enjoy optimizing their feats. If you're a tabletop fan, the 5e-inspired additions will feel right at home. Skip if you prefer minimal changes or already use a comprehensive feat overhaul.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check your game's mod manager for easy install — most likely a simple drag-and-drop.
  • Since the description doesn't list feats, load up a character and browse the feat selection to see what's new.
  • If you're using other feat mods, test in a new save to avoid conflicts.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
Syrchalis
Version
1.0.13
Downloads
434,023
Endorsements
3,263
Category
Gameplay
Created
1/3/2024
Updated
5/19/2026

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