Hugs
🟠 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
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #18 of 122 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds a spell container with spells that let you target a tall humanoid character/NPC and hug them.
Update 2. 0: adds two reverse hugs that let you target short races. They won't work on non-player races like mindflayers, etc. Use normal spells for those and for everyone else
Update 3. 0: adds Gale's, Astarion's, and Karlach's hugs
Also removes all dialogue before and after the hug
You can find the container in your spellbook -> common class actions
Requires Norbyte's Script Extender
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ISSUES:
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[]Short characters can only hug tall characters (with the exception of dream visitor's hug which supports all playable races)
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]Reverse hugs won't end on their own, you'll need to hit space after the hug. So try not to use them unless you absolutely have to[]Karlach's hug applies glow to the target, it's gone after the hug
[]Hugs can get misaligned on uneven surfaces - if that happens, look for a flat area
- Astarion's and dream visitor's hugs need a lot of empty space - or the camera/huggers will end up in the walls, scenery, etcNote: the spells will not be available during the epilogue to avoid issues
Recommended: To hug companions anywhere in camp without them returning to their tent, use the mod Stay still in camp and play idle animations everywhere
Installation
Install with BG3 Mod Manager:
Export the load order and load your save. Do not open the in-game mod manager and ignore 'third party mod' warnings - it's just a label
A huge thank you to
Moxi for the help with dialogue trees
SatanModding and Padme4000 for helping me turn this into spells
AlitheaAncunin and MUNMOMUU for testing them
AnReed for the banner and endless support
Norbyte for lslib/BG3 Export Tool
ShinyHobo for BG3 Modders Multitool
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Hugs is a simple miscellaneous mod by Cerberry that lets you hug most characters in the game. With nearly 4,000 endorsements and over 163,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life addition for players who want more interactive social options. Last updated in December 2024, it remains a lightweight and straightforward enhancement.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community love – 3,943 endorsements and 163k downloads show this mod is a hit.
- Does exactly what it says: lets you hug most characters, no bloat.
- Recently updated (Dec 2024), so it's likely compatible with current game versions.
⚠️ Cons
- Description is super thin – no details on which characters are excluded or how the hug mechanic works.
- Might not work with modded characters or custom NPCs – you'll have to test.
For players who want a touch of wholesome interaction in their game. If you're tired of just talking to NPCs and want to show some affection, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls – this is purely a social flavor mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with specific NPCs.
- If you use other mods that alter character interactions, test Hugs in a new save to avoid conflicts.
- Make sure your game is updated to the latest version to ensure compatibility with the Dec 2024 update.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Cerberry
- Version
- 5.0
- Downloads
- 163,718
- Endorsements
- 3,943
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 5/1/2024
- Updated
- 12/13/2024
🔗 Required By 2 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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