Redheads Merc Better - CCXL and Replacer Red Hair Colors
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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
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #277 of 281 Appearance mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
What is this mod?
Arcadie had commented on one of my hair color mods with some reference pics of ginger colors she was looking for, which inspired me to make a whole pack! We collaborated on a few of the colors, as I wanted to make at least one that was close to what she was looking for!
I created 15 hair colors for a range of more natural redhead colors to darker but still vibrant colors. A few of them look very similar, but I promise they are not the exact same. (；´∀｀)
Huge thank you to Arcadie for doing the cover photo and letting me showcase your OC family in my mod :3
The replacer versions have crossover and replace some of the same colors so that the caps don’t look too insane. If you’d like one of them to replace a different hair color, just let me know and I’ll upload an alternative version for you.
Note about CCXL hair colors: These only work on CCXL hairs and vanilla hair. Replacers will look blonde or black, or there may be texture weirdness. These are not bugs I can fix. Do not report them as such.
How do I install it?
Unzip into your game folder or install via mod manager.
How do I uninstall it?
Remove the .archive, .xl, and .yaml files. The naming convention is consistent, you’re welcome. Just search for “ratstick_redheads_ccxl” or “ratstick_red_replacers”.
I want a different color!
Cool! I can do that. Leave a comment or DM me and let me know what you’re looking for.
Image Credits
Arcadie Nexus | Twitter
Amon Tumblr
ig0raga1n Nexus
c0ntraband Nexus
elmknight Tumblr
FoxPurple Nexus | Twitter
Leemnyx Nexus
No_More_Kills Twitter | Tumblr
Special thanks
Arcadie for trusting me with her vision, testing and giving feedback on the colors, and making the cover photo.
My testers and cheerleaders in the Writer’s of Night City server.
BaubleKute who made my modding logo and the version of the logo you see in my icons.
The Cyberpunk 2077 Modding Wiki and everyone that has ever contributed to it. The articles that helped me make this mod:
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[]Cheat Sheet: Hair
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]Your own inventory preview icons - Game icons: .inkatlas files
The Cyberpunk 2077 Modding Server: I know it’s intimidating, but I promise as long as you’re making a good effort, everyone is really nice and is happy to help! Now, more specifically:
A compact appearance mod that adds 15 natural-ish red hair colors for both CCXL and replacer versions. With 184 endorsements and over 111k downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more realistic redhead options.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community pick with 184 endorsements and over 111k downloads
- Offers both CCXL and replacer versions to fit different mod setups
- Natural tones keep the game's aesthetic intact
⚠️ Cons
- Only 15 colors—might not cover every shade you want
- No preview images in the description, so you're flying blind on the exact tones
- Last updated in December 2025—could be outdated if the game has patched since
For Sims 4 players who want more realistic red hair options without overhauling the whole game. Great if you use CCXL or prefer simple replacers. Skip if you're after wild fantasy colors—this is all about natural tones.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use CCXL, grab the CCXL version; otherwise, the replacer version works fine with vanilla.
- Check your mod folder for conflicts with other hair color mods—replacers can overwrite each other.
- Use the in-game CAS to preview the colors before committing to a save.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
- Author
- ArcadieCalliope and ratstick
- Version
- 1.0.3
- Downloads
- 111,399
- Endorsements
- 184
- Category
- Appearance
- Created
- 5/13/2025
- Updated
- 12/6/2025
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