Armor Overhaul (V1.26.0 Compatible)

⭐ — (96 endorsements) 📥 4,440 downloads 📌 v1.6.0 📅 3/19/2025
🟡 Updated this year

By Danbar · Characters

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/22/2025 📅 Created: 3/19/2025

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #3 of 140 Characters mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Game version 1. 26. 0 compatible. (Mod Version 1. 6. 0)

My own attempt to tweak with the armor pieces of the game.

The mod changes the value of only random gear found in the game, not set pieces from DLC packs or agent rewards.

New to this mod:

- Mod version 1. 6. 0: (compatible with game version 1. 26. 0).

For the list and detail of previous updates check the 'Update' section below.

Table of Contents:

1. Predetermined and Regular versions.

2. With weapons version (for both Predetermined and Regular).

3. Predetermined Armor and Predetermined Weapon Affixes.

4. Tower Raid version.

5. Everything has Everything (for the most immersive experience possible, ultra realistic).

6. Updates.

7. How to install.

IMPORTANT: always backup your game save files as this mod has the potential to mass up your inventory.

The mod has several options. Through all, every piece of random gear in the game now has armor, that includes armor on gloves for Brawler, Ranged

and Healer classes, and armor on legs and shoes for Ranged and Healer. Also every piece of Orange gear comes with 6 affixes.

1. Predetermined and Regular versions:

REGULAR: each affix is set to its highest value, with affixes being chosen randomly for each class from the predetermined in-game pool.

PREDETERMINED: my own preferred affixes for each class.

Brawler

- Stamina regeneration (x2, x3 is enough) / Stamina cost (parkour)

- Stamina cost (melee weapons)

- Damage resistance (infected)

- Damage resistance (human enemies)

- Recognition time

- Damage (1H weapons)

Tank

- Stamina regeneration (x2, x3 is enough) / Damage resistance (poison)

- Knuckle dusters damage boost

- Stamina cost (melee weapons)

- Damage resistance (infected)

- Damage resistance (human enemies)

- Damage (2H weapons)

- Stamina cost (ranged weapons)

- Stamina cost (melee weapons)

- Stamina cost (parkour)

- Damage resistance (night)

- Recognition time

- Damage (ranged weapons)

Healer (wha

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Armor Overhaul is a character mod that adds armor values to all random gear in the game, sets each Orange piece to have six affixes at maximum value, and offers an option for class-specific predetermined affixes, also maximizing weapon affixes. It has 96 endorsements and was updated for V1.26.0.

✨ Key Features

Adds armor value to every random piece of gear in the game.
Each Orange piece of gear now has 6 affixes set to their highest value.
Option for each class to have a predetermined set of affixes.
Sets weapon affixes to their highest value.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Makes Orange gear significantly more powerful with maxed affixes.
  • Class-specific affix options add build variety.
  • Updated for V1.26.0, so it's current with the latest game version.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only 96 endorsements, so it's a niche mod with a smaller following.
  • May unbalance the game if you prefer a challenge, since gear becomes stronger.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want to feel overpowered with maxed-out gear and enjoy min-maxing their character builds. If you're a completionist looking to optimize every piece of equipment, this mod is for you. Skip if you prefer a balanced or challenging experience.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod changes gear stats, consider starting a new playthrough to experience the full effect.
  • If you use other gear mods, check for conflicts in load order to ensure this mod's changes apply.
  • Test the class-specific affix option on a character to see if it fits your playstyle before committing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dyinglight2 Mods
Author
Danbar
Version
1.6.0
Downloads
4,440
Endorsements
96
Category
Characters
Created
3/19/2025
Updated
12/22/2025

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