Trace Position Overhaul
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #56 of 457 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Some enemies just lack the qualifications to be capable of tracing V's quickhacks back to the source.
With this mod quickhacks being traced won't be a given but (through its customizable options) you can ensure that particular challenge will remain a present threat to all your stealthy netrunning and a more dynamic one at that.
New scannable NPC ability on enemies that do have the ICE required to trace, Netrunners showing off their skills and guarding the network of their whole squad, Elites and mechanical opponents possibly being equipped to track down the player too... but all under choosable options and 100% compatible with all other mods that alter NPCs and trace behaviour.
Compatible and interactive with:- []Better Netrunning - Hacking Reworked
[]Sonic Shock Prevents Trace - so even protected enemies can temporarily isolated (with a bit of foresight).
[]Random Netrunners, Enemies of Night City - and all other mods that change npcs and/or add hacking abilities to enemies that didn't have them. The new "Netrunning" abilities they distribute will also be counted for possible personal and area defense.
[]Stealth Remote Control Cars and Turrets
For modders:
New public functions that can be called on NPCPuppet objects:
. GetIsTracing() returns a Bool, whether that instance is actively tracing the player or not.
. IsSquadTracing() returns a Bool, whether anyone in the squad (it belongs to) is tracing the player or not. Object in question included.
. SetIsTracing(newstate: Bool) sets the state to the corresponding parameter, with automated housekeeping (apply options/perk effects, end process if it was the last tracker).
If you are downcasting from ScriptedPuppet, remember to be safe.
You can check for the TracePositionOverhaul module in order to account for mod presence/absence.
Installation
Copy/extract the contents of the archive into the main "Cyberpunk 2077" folder
Uninstallation
Remove the "Cyberpunk 2077\r6\scripts\DisablePositionReveal" folder and all its content
Remove the "Cyberpunk 2077\r6\tweaks\TracePositionOverhaul" folder and all its content
Remove "Cyberpunk 2077\archive\pc\mod\TracePositionOverhaul.archive"
Remove "Cyberpunk 2077\archive
Trace Position Overhaul reworks the Trace Position mechanic in Starfield, making it so random NPCs can't trace your sci-fi magic, but expert encounters become more challenging. The mod is fully customizable, allowing players to adjust the experience to their liking. With over 3,400 endorsements and 1.1 million downloads, it's a popular gameplay tweak for those seeking a more balanced and engaging stealth system.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 3,403 endorsements and over 1.1 million downloads.
- Addresses a common annoyance by making Trace Position less trivial against random NPCs.
- Customization options let you fine-tune the difficulty to your liking.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in April 2026 – may not be compatible with future game patches.
- Requires understanding of the game's stealth mechanics to fully appreciate the changes.
For Starfield players who find the default Trace Position too easy or unrealistic, and want a more challenging stealth experience. Also for modders who enjoy tweaking gameplay mechanics to their preference. Skip if you prefer the vanilla system or want a mod with extensive documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's compatibility with your current Starfield version, as updates may break it.
- If you're new to modding, use a mod manager like Vortex to install and manage this mod easily.
- Experiment with the customization settings to find the right balance for your playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
- Author
- Seijax
- Version
- 2.1.3
- Downloads
- 1,148,832
- Endorsements
- 3,403
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 1/19/2024
- Updated
- 4/22/2026
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🔧 How to Install Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
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