Be Exceptional - Classic Perks
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #4 of 9 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description:
This mod brings back some of the perks from Fallout 3 and New Vegas.
Perks:
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[]Explorer (requires level 20)
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]Here and Now (requires level 10)[]Tag! (requires level 16)
Known issues:
- []Here and Now: When selecting the perk your level will still be shown the same until you close the level-up menu and the Pip-Boy.
- Tag!: The menu will appear after you close the Pip-Boy for the next time.
!!! ATTENTION !!!
This mod requires Be Exceptional - Skills and Perk Overhaul I will not make a normal version!
Be Exceptional - Classic Perks is a mod for Skyrim that reintroduces selected perks from earlier Elder Scrolls games, offering nostalgic gameplay for veteran players. With 615 endorsements and over 31,000 downloads, it has a solid following despite being last updated in 2020.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 615 endorsements and over 31k downloads—clearly a mod people trust.
- Brings back beloved perks from older games, perfect for veterans craving that classic feel.
- Lightweight addition that slots into your existing perk overhaul without replacing everything.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020—might be out of sync with the latest Skyrim patches or other mods.
- Requires you to dig through the mod files or comments to figure out compatibility with other perk overhauls.
For Skyrim veterans who miss specific perks from Morrowind or Oblivion and want to sprinkle them into their playthrough. Also for mod collectors who enjoy adding classic elements to their load order. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive perk overhaul—this is a focused addition, not a full replacement.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and enable—no manual file placement needed.
- Check the mod's posts or comments for any known conflicts with popular perk overhauls like Ordinator.
- Since it's from 2020, test it with your current load order early to catch any issues before you're deep into a playthrough.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- dekart811
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 31,659
- Endorsements
- 615
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 7/11/2020
- Updated
- 8/12/2020
🔧 How to Install Fallout 4 Mods
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