Custom Race Fix
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #5 of 308 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
In the game, it is impossible to start the main quest with a custom race. The prisoner NPC in the cell across is only programmed to recognize the 10 default races. This mod adds some extra, \"catch-all\" dialogue to the prisoner at the beginning of the game. This dialogue will trigger the beginning of the game for any non-default race.
Custom Race Fix is a small gameplay mod for Oblivion that allows players using custom races to start the main quest. It adds catch-all dialogue to the prisoner NPC so the quest triggers for any race. With over 12,000 endorsements and 439,000 downloads, it's a proven fix for a common issue.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 12,429 endorsements and 439k downloads
- Solves a real problem for custom race players
- Simple and effective—no bloat, just the fix
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008—may have compatibility issues with newer Oblivion versions or mods
- Only affects the main quest start; other race-specific dialogue may still be broken
For Oblivion players who love using custom races and want to experience the main quest without workarounds. Also for modders who want a reliable base fix. Skip if you never use custom races or play with mods that already handle this.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the .esp file in your Oblivion Data folder and enable it in the launcher.
- If you use a mod manager like Wrye Bash, install it there and ensure it's checked.
- Test by starting a new game with a custom race to confirm the quest triggers.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Unknown
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 439,629
- Endorsements
- 12,429
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 3/24/2006
- Updated
- 1/7/2008
🔗 Required By 6 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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