Aesthetically Shiny Things for Openmw (PBR)
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 🏆 #73 of 342 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod basically adds gloss to metals and some non metals in the game, its still WIP and needs OpenMW with Zesterer's pbr. The textures were made mostly with MET (It looks better with lysol's work aswell) in mind but they should work fine on IT and Vanilla.
Zesterer's photorealistic shader (0. 48 and 0. 49): https://github.com/zesterer/openmw-shaders
Zesterer's Volumetric Cloud shader (0. 48 and 0. 49) makes the game look even nicer, though it doesn't add anything to this mod: https://github.com/zesterer/openmw-volumetric-clouds
Aesthetically Shiny Things for OpenMW (PBR) is a texture mod that applies physically based rendering to make game textures glossier and more realistic. It's for OpenMW players who want enhanced visuals without overhauling the game. With 48 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but active choice.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Recent update (May 2025) means it's likely compatible with current OpenMW versions
- Small but active community (48 endorsements) — niche mods like this often punch above their weight
- Gives your game a subtle visual upgrade without changing the core aesthetic
⚠️ Cons
- Only 48 endorsements — not a widely tested mod, so you might hit edge cases
- Requires OpenMW with PBR support — if you're on an older build, this won't work
For OpenMW players who want a quick visual polish without overhauling the game. If you're into modding for aesthetics and don't mind a bit of trial and error, this is worth a shot. Skip if you prefer vanilla textures or want a complete visual overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you're running a recent OpenMW build that supports PBR — check the OpenMW forums for the latest dev builds.
- Since the mod affects textures globally, try it on a test save first to see if you like the shiny look.
- If you use other texture mods, load this one after them to ensure it takes priority.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- SaintJ08
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 2,546
- Endorsements
- 48
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 12/31/2022
- Updated
- 5/22/2025
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