Alexs Better Water V7
⚪ Last updated 2011⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 10 Environmental mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I have to inform you that i have given up on all of my oblivion modifications. feel free to download still, and edit it w/o my permission Important: go to your \"user/ documents/ my games/ Oblivion\" folder open Oblivion.ini and find water Replace: bUseWaterReflectionsMisc=0 bUseWaterReflectionsStatics=0 bUseWaterReflectionsTrees=0 bUseWaterReflectionsActors=0 bUseWaterReflections=0 To: bUseWaterReflectionsMisc=1 bUseWaterReflectionsStatics=1 bUseWaterReflectionsTrees=1 bUseWaterReflectionsActors=1 bUseWaterReflections=1 Doing this reflect everything out of water Your probably thinking this is one of those water mods thats too transparent. its not, infact its taken me several atempts to differ myself from everyone else. Edits Water to create a real effect, this mod is different from all other water mods, mine Looks better, better waves, reflections, color, and effects. Edits water used outside, Replaces it with new better textured, transparent, reflective, wavy, and lighter colored water. This mod fixes oblivion\'s water, and reduces sunglare to help make the game look at real as possible. I created this mod because i always thought the water in oblivion was to dark and ugly, This mod makes it to where you can see partially through water,and it reflects better for a more real effect. The underwater view distance is greatly increase along with details of the water. The new textures add what looks like small waves to it so it is more detailed and realistic... I will be making different varieties of water so make sure to check on the this mod every now and then. also i will be taking suggestions on what colors i should make or on how clear the water should be. also i can mess with the view distance underwater so if you need something like that ill be more than willing to make it.
A water overhaul mod for Skyrim that aims to create a realistic water effect, distinguishing itself from overly transparent water mods. With 65 endorsements and 3,796 downloads, it's a niche choice for players seeking a different water look, though it hasn't been updated since 2011.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Decent download count (3,796) shows some interest from the community
- Aims for a unique water look that stands out from typical transparent mods
- Lightweight and simple—just a water texture/effect change
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2011—likely incompatible with current Skyrim versions and DLCs
- Only 65 endorsements, so it's a niche mod with limited community validation
For Skyrim players who want a water overhaul that avoids the crystal-clear look and prefer a more realistic, murky water effect. If you're a mod collector or enjoy trying older, obscure mods, this might be worth a shot. Skip if you want a modern, well-maintained water mod with active support.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2011, check if it works with your Skyrim version (likely Legendary or Special Edition) and consider using a mod manager to easily remove it if it causes issues.
- If you're using other water mods, load this one after them to ensure its effects take priority, or test it alone to see the full effect.
- Back up your original water files if you're manually installing, so you can revert if you don't like the look.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- alex bigglesworth123
- Version
- 7
- Downloads
- 3,796
- Endorsements
- 65
- Category
- Environmental
- Created
- 5/27/2011
- Updated
- 5/30/2011
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