(Outdated) Breather Masks for Both Genders

⭐ ⭐ (297 endorsements) 📥 5,101 downloads 📌 v1 📅 3/4/2014
⚪ Last updated 2014

By Margerard · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/6/2014 📅 Created: 3/4/2014

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 5.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #20 of 137 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Hey there! While this mod is still usable, it's way outdated. I'm only leaving it up for posterity's sake, as this was my first ever mod and I'm just sentimental like that.

Please download the breathers from FemShep's Armory! It has both male and female version.

You want to show off your fabulous hairstyle and outfit in space but you cannot because of those ever so serious helmets? Here is the solution.

If you're like me, who doesn't care anymore about space-appropriate appearance ever since the companions with breathers, or even without half of their clothes in ME2, this might be something you need. I actually found female breather on the internet (source provided below), but I found nothing when looking for male breather. So I thought I'd put this together for those as lazy as I usually am. The helmet isn't really customizable, as I'm not as smart with mods as I'd like to be so I guess this will have to do it. Although luckily the base color is a neutral black/grey.

Important notes

All instruction included in a notepad. Make sure you read it thoroughly!

It's very important to edit the coalesced.bin file. I'm unsure why, at the time, I didn't emphasize how important it is, but it really is! Otherwise you will get bald Shepard, and then showing off your wonderful hairstyles is impossible. The reason why I didn't upload a coalesced.bin file, is because in my experience people often modify it - or have to, even. My file has been edited in other sections too, and didn't want to overwrite something in your game you didn't want. It's very easy to edit it, too, but if people would rather have me upload a clean coalesced.bin file because that's easier for them (not everyone can be a tech savvy after all), I can do that sometime.

Before you play multiplayer, remove coalesced.bin somewhere, where you can restore it later!

Again, not sure why I haven't mentioned this, I can only guess I assumed those who dabble with mods may know the risks already of modding. Having the .pcc files in your game folder is absolutely harmless, however your multiplayer will detect your modified coalesced.bin. Of course, just because we have a sense of fashion, we don't want to be branded as cheaters for that.

These breathers replace the N7 helmet and N7 breather helmet, if you want to keep them, don't use this mod or replace another helmet manually.

You can replace other helmets manually by editing different lines in the coalesced.bin file within the helmet category. The reason I replaced the N7 helmet and N7 breather helmet is that they are the default helmets used from the get-go, so on Mars you can already look fabulous. (Shouldn't I stop with these jokes already)

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This Mass Effect mod removes the restrictive helmets and replaces them with stylish breather masks, letting you show off your character's hairstyle and outfit during space missions. It's an older cosmetic mod with 297 endorsements, last updated in 2014, and the author recommends downloading the FemShep's Armory breathers instead.

✨ Key Features

Replaces helmets with breather masks for both genders
Allows your character's hairstyle and outfit to be visible in space
Author recommends downloading the FemShep's Armory breathers instead

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community support with 297 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads
  • Simple cosmetic fix for a common annoyance—no more hiding your character's look
  • Works for both genders, so no matter who you play, you get the same benefit

⚠️ Cons

  • Marked as outdated—the author themselves point you to a newer mod, so you're getting a legacy version
  • Last updated in 2014, so it may not be compatible with newer game patches or DLC
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter helmet models or armor appearances
🎯 Is This For You?
For Mass Effect players who hate how helmets hide their character's face and want a quick cosmetic fix. If you're a completionist who wants the latest and greatest, skip this and grab the FemShep's Armory breathers instead.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod is outdated, check if the FemShep's Armory breathers mod is compatible with your game version before installing.
  • Use a mod manager like ME3Tweaks Mod Manager to install and manage this mod to avoid conflicts.
  • If you're on the Legendary Edition, this mod likely won't work—look for a Legendary Edition-specific version.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Masseffect3 Mods
Author
Margerard
Version
1
Downloads
5,101
Endorsements
297
Category
Models and Textures
Created
3/4/2014
Updated
3/6/2014

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