Permanent Detect Thoughts.
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #223 of 515 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Turns detect thoughts into a permanent buff (like aura of protection) instead of until long rest so you don't have to recast the spell every time you wake up. Removes concentration.
Install using BG3 mod manager
Permanent Detect Thoughts is a small gameplay mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that converts the Detect Thoughts spell into a permanent buff, removing the concentration requirement. It's for players who find the spell's limited duration tedious and want it always active. With 726 endorsements and 92,788 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tweak.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (92,788) shows tons of players want this QoL change.
- Simple, focused tweak that does exactly what it says—no bloat.
- Removing concentration frees up your concentration slot for other spells.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in October 2023—may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- Permanent Detect Thoughts might trivialize exploration and dialogue—some players may find it too strong.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who are tired of recasting Detect Thoughts and want it always on. If you're a completionist who reads every mind, this is a must-have. Skip if you want to keep the game's balance intact or enjoy managing spell resources.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to install this mod with a mod manager like Vortex or BG3 Mod Manager to avoid conflicts.
- Check if your game version is up to date—mods from 2023 might need a compatibility patch for newer patches.
- Since this removes concentration, you can now concentrate on other spells like Hex or Bless while using Detect Thoughts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Joco
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 92,788
- Endorsements
- 726
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/9/2023
- Updated
- 10/9/2023
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