Vanilla Equipment Overhaul

⭐ ⭐ (801 endorsements) 📥 258,852 downloads 📌 v1.10 📅 12/22/2023
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By StuddMuffinn · Equipment

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/23/2024 📅 Created: 12/22/2023
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #18 of 247 Equipment mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Complete Equipment Overhaul and Rebalance. Find yourself using the same items and classes in every playthrough? Looking for a reason to give other items a chance? Here it is.

Combining both my Weapon Overhaul and Armor Overhaul mods together as well as adding in almost every Early Access or Unreleased Item into the game in a game-friendly/lore-friendly way. All together this mod adds 50-100 items that are either completely custom or were in the game files but never implemented.

Some good paths got better rewards.

With the introduction of Patch 5, alot of the allure of going the evil path was removed with allowing a good minthara playthrough. I do think this is a good change for allowing players to play with Minthara as a companion. However I do think there should be a reason to go the bad route. This Update adds a lot of unique items to friendly characters that wouldn't be obtainable without going the evil route. My thought process on this was that going the good route gets you allies, content, and dialog. But going the evil route leads to increased power. The power you receive is tied to how cruel you are to those around you. Meaning the longer you wait to stab your allies in the back the bigger the reward.

The only evil options that currently don't have a reward are the companion betrayals as I was not able to finish them before Christmas, however they will be worked on after I get back from the holidays.

This mod also implements:

Commander  Zhalk: Now has an anti cheese mechanic so no more just command dropping him for such an easy power boost. His Sword has been made better to make the reward worth trying to beat this hard fight.

A fix for the broken Shield Bash passive.

Repelling Blast now shows the knockback indicator as of version 1. 12. If your repelling blast is not showing the indicator try toggles the passive off then on again to regain the indicator.

Vow of Enmity can no longer target the caster, as it was an exploit that allowed the user to get advantage on all attack rolls without downsides.

For Load Order

1. Base Item Mods Such as All Finesse Weapons.

2. Vanilla Equipment Overhaul

3. Smaller Unique Item Mods such as Holy Armor of Selune, or Phalar Aluve Alter/Overhaul.

Now has a Specific Arsenal Compat File that allows you to take full advantage of both mods.

Load Order Should look like

1. Arsenal Overhaul

2. Vanilla Equipment Overhaul

3. Vanilla Overhaul Arsenal Compat

Now has full compatibility with VitruvianGuar's Shield, Armor, and Mobility mods. Load this mod AFTER equipment library, but BEFORE Shield, Armor, or Mobility mods.

Load Order should look like

1. Equipment Library

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Vanilla Equipment Overhaul merges Weapon and Armor Overhauls, buffing and tweaking nearly every unique item in the game for greater versatility and lore-friendly rewards. With 801 endorsements and 258,852 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a more balanced and rewarding equipment experience.

✨ Key Features

Combines Weapon Overhaul and Armor Overhaul into one comprehensive mod.
Adds a ton of unique and lore-friendly rewards.
Tweaks or buffs almost every in-game unique item to make them more versatile.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High community trust: 801 endorsements and 258,852 downloads show it's widely used and appreciated.
  • One-stop solution: merges weapon and armor overhauls, saving load order slots and simplifying installation.
  • Lore-friendly approach: rewards and tweaks stay true to the game's world, appealing to immersion-focused players.

⚠️ Cons

  • Potential compatibility issues: since it alters many unique items, it may conflict with other mods that modify the same items.
  • Last updated in September 2024, so it may not be updated for the latest game patches or DLCs.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want to enhance their vanilla equipment without straying into overpowered territory. If you're tired of unique items feeling underwhelming and want more variety and utility, this is for you. Skip if you prefer total overhauls that add entirely new gear sets.
📦 Install:Easy· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's description page for any patches or compatibility notes with other popular equipment mods.
  • If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the installation to avoid overwriting conflicts.
  • Start a new playthrough or test in a clean save to ensure the changes apply correctly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
Author
StuddMuffinn
Version
1.10
Downloads
258,852
Endorsements
801
Category
Equipment
Created
12/22/2023
Updated
9/23/2024

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