Alternate Eye Shaders (Retexture Compatible)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #168 of 305 Face and Hair mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Differences include:
- larger pupils and irises
- changes to the way the eyes shine
- decreased veinage
- on the black sclera versions, the eye whites are black instead of white (but that's totally optional, there are
regular white sclera options too.)
The appearance of the overall sparkle and sheen of the eye will vary depending on what lighting the character is under and of course what eye texture mod you use it with, if any.
PLEASE NOTE that for compatibility reasons, this mod also includes my skintone fix for Dagna's arms, and my Dwarven Surfacer and Carta Hand Skintone Fixes from my further skintone fixes mod, so you don't need to use the aforementioned files at the same time as this eye mod.
Dagna's welding helmet, and the rest of my skintone fixes are not included within this eye mod though, so you are welcome to use those other files with this eye mod, if you want to.
FAQ
Q1: Can I use this with eye retexture mods?
A1: Yes! This mod isn't a texture edit, so it's compatible with eye retextures.
Q2: Can I use this with mods that change a characters eye colours or lash colours?
A2: Depends entirely on what files you're using.
Eye and lash colour mods for the inquisitor, or Hawke? Sure, go ahead!
Lash or eye colour mods for either of these characters:
Companions (Dorian, Sera, Iron Bull, Solas, Cassandra, Varric, Vivienne, Cole, Blackwall.)
Advisors (Cullen, Leliana, Josephine.)
Adversaries (Samson, Calpernia, unnamed male red templars, Venatori spellbinders.)
Your family of the wilds (Flemeth, Kieran, Morrigan.)
Old friends (Alistair, Isabela.)
will be an issue if you're using the "all in one" file, as that will clash with eye and lash colour changes for those characters. If you use the separated files, though, it shouldn't clash unless you have the eye shader swap installed for the character you also want a lash or eye colour mod for, so e.g you couldn't have the Leliana eye shader swap installed at the same time as a Leliana eye colour or lash colour mod.
Can you use lash and eye colour mods for characters that I have not named in the list above? Yep, sure!
Q3: What are the generic shader swap files for in the separate shader swaps file?
A3: The generic shader swap files affect all non-unique characters of the same race and gender as the file name.
Non-unique characters include the inquisitor,
Alternate Eye Shaders is a compact cosmetic mod for Frosty Mod Manager that adds new shaders to eyes, compatible with eye retextures. It offers separate files so players can choose which characters are affected. With 106 endorsements and 2,952 downloads, it's a niche but functional addition for Dragon Age fans seeking visual variety.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Works with eye retextures, so you can stack visual mods without conflicts.
- Separate files give you control over which characters get the new shaders.
- Decent community support with 106 endorsements and nearly 3k downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires Frosty Mod Manager, so console players are out of luck.
- Last updated in February 2023 — may not be tested with the latest game patches.
- No screenshots or detailed previews in the description, so you're flying blind on the look.
For Dragon Age players who want to tweak eye appearance without overhauling textures. If you're already using eye retextures and want extra shine or depth, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're on console or prefer all-in-one visual overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use Frosty Mod Manager to install — drag and drop the mod files into the mod list, then apply.
- If you're using eye retextures, load this mod after them in the mod list to ensure shaders apply correctly.
- Test in the character creator or a save with visible eyes to see the effect before committing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dragon Age Mods
- Author
- Dmitrias
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 2,952
- Endorsements
- 106
- Category
- Face and Hair
- Created
- 6/24/2022
- Updated
- 2/12/2023
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