No Godrays Whilst Keeping Volumetric Lights
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 6.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #12 of 20 Weather and Lighting mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The current godrays remover mods just disable volumetric lighting outright. Which is terrible, as it renders the game pretty lifeless when in interiors.
The proper solution, is to set the weather records to use the NoneRays record, instead of actual godrays. Doesn't affect the volumetric lights at all, whilst having the game not look washed out as fuck, due to the horrible godrays shader NVidia Bethesda implemented.
The provided .esp requires the DLC, but I've a script that can make the process much easier if you want to do it yourself: https://github.com/FiftyTifty/xEdit-Scripts/blob/master/FO4Edit%20Scripts/AAA%20FyTy%20-%20Null%20Godrays%20Fix.pas
This mod removes godrays from all weathers while preserving volumetric lights, eliminating the washed-out fog effect. It's a simple tweak for Skyrim Special Edition players who want cleaner visuals without losing light shafts. With 1,122 endorsements and 18,034 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life improvement.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,122 endorsements and 18k downloads
- Targets a specific visual annoyance without sacrificing volumetric lighting
- Lightweight and straightforward—no complex setup
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches
- Only affects godrays; if you want other lighting overhauls, this won't cover them
For Skyrim SE players who love volumetric light shafts but hate the godray haze that washes out distant fog. Perfect for those who want a cleaner, more natural look without overhauling their entire lighting setup. Skip if you're after major visual changes or play on the latest game version without compatibility patches.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod edits weather records, place it early in your load order to avoid conflicts with other weather mods.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
- Check if your current game version is compatible—this mod hasn't been updated since 2017, so you may need a patch for newer updates.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Me
- Version
- v1.0
- Downloads
- 18,034
- Endorsements
- 1,122
- Category
- Weather and Lighting
- Created
- 9/8/2017
- Updated
- 9/8/2017
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