Physically Based Collection

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,785 endorsements) 📥 732,702 downloads 📌 v1.5a 📅 7/16/2022
🟡 Updated this year

By Bale · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 9/19/2025 📅 Created: 7/16/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ NVSE — New Vegas Script Extender Download ↗
2🛠️ 4GB Patcher — FNV 4GB Patcher Download ↗
3🔧 NVAC — New Vegas Anti Crash Download ↗
4🧩 JIP LN — JIP LN NVSE Plugin Download ↗
5🔧 YUP — Yukichigai Unofficial Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #53 of 621 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Another Based drop for you fellas who refuse to move on from this aging game, replacing a handful of assets, this one's a little more disorganized.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A cosmetic mod for Skyrim that replaces a handful of assets with physically based textures, aimed at players who stick with the aging game. It has 2,785 endorsements and 732,702 downloads, last updated September 2025.

✨ Key Features

Replaces a handful of assets with physically based textures.
Part of the 'Based' series by author Bale.
Described as 'a little more disorganized' compared to other drops.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust: 2,785 endorsements and over 732k downloads.
  • Actively maintained: last updated September 2025.
  • Brings modern PBR textures to an aging game, perfect for those who refuse to move on.

⚠️ Cons

  • Author admits it's 'a little more disorganized' — expect a messy file structure.
  • Only replaces a handful of assets, so don't expect a full overhaul.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim veterans who want to freshen up specific textures with PBR quality without a full retexture project. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive visual overhaul or need hand-holding during install.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to handle the file structure, since the mod is described as disorganized.
  • Check the mod's file tree in the manager to see exactly which assets are replaced before installing.
  • If you're using an ENB, make sure it supports PBR textures for the best visual results.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Bale
Version
1.5a
Downloads
732,702
Endorsements
2,785
Category
Models and Textures
Created
7/16/2022
Updated
9/19/2025

🧩 Commonly Used Together

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🔧 How to Install New Vegas Mods

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