Head06 Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ OBSE — Oblivion Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UOP — Unofficial Oblivion Patch Download ↗
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
- 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #179 of 303 Models And Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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✅ Head06 Replacer - With IFT Textures
✅ By throttlekitty
✅ For TES4:Oblivion
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✅ [##]This mod requires OBSE 12 or higher. Scanti\'s plugin \"NPC Texture Tweaker\"
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- Head06 Replacer - With IFT Textures
- By throttlekitty
- For TES4:Oblivion
- v1. 0
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- [##]This mod requires OBSE 12 or higher. Scanti\'s plugin \"NPC Texture Tweaker\"
- [##]is used to allow for the vanilla NPC face textures to be displayed properly.
- ······| What is it? |·······-
- Head06 is a high-resolution facegen head, capable of smoother appearance and
- supports more detail in the textures. This mod alters the vanilla races to
- use this head, as well as the needed texture conversions for NPC Faces and
- race textures/ age maps.
- Existing characters can be safely upgraded to Head06. I built it to be
- compatible and comfortable compared to the original headhuman.nif. It will
- work with existing hair, eyes, mouth/teeth, ears and other headwear.
- (but may have gap issues with beards, sorry.) The only caveat is if your
- character relies on a custom texture; those will need to be converted to the
- new UV layout that Head06 uses.
- The Race textures and age maps were originally done by Shady Tradesman, and
- converted to Head06 by me. Per his readme, I did no other alteration to the
- textures aside from the conversion.
- Please contact him for distribution info for the race/age textures.
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- If you wish to create a custom race based on Head06, check out the Head06
- Resource Pack:
- http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=20166
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- Unpack the contents of the . 7z archive directly to your Data folder:
- x:\\\\Oblivion\\Data
- Check \'Head06 Replacer.esp\' into your load order.
- If you have other race altering mods, you may want to consider using
- Wrye Bash to merge this mod into a Bashed Patch for compatability reasons.
- http://wrye.ufrealms.net/#WryeBash
- The NPC Texture Tweaker plugin will configure itself automatically.
- See the included readme for more information.
- Meshes and textures have been kept separate to avoid causing problems with
- other mods that may rely on the original heads.
- Meshes\\characters\\Head06
- Textures\\characters\\Head06DarkElf
- Textures\\characters\\Head06Imperial
- NPC Face textures are located in:
- textures\\faces\\Oblivion.esm
- If you wish to uninstall this modification, uncheck the .esp plugin from your
- game, and remove the files from the above locations.
- ········| Credits |·········-
- Head model / facegen supplements - throttlekitty
- Improved Facial Textures - Shady Tradesman
- FaceGen Tools / Scripts / NPCTexTweak - Scanti
- Assorted .nif tools - NifTools
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
Head06 Replacer is a simple texture/model mod that swaps all vanilla races to use the high-resolution Head06 face model, improving facial detail for players and NPCs. With 290 endorsements and over 6,600 downloads, it's a community favorite for Oblivion players seeking sharper character faces.
✨ Key Features
Converts all vanilla races to use the Head06 face model
High-resolution face model for improved visual detail
Simple replacer mod—no new meshes or textures, just swaps existing assets
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 290 endorsements and 6,638 downloads—clearly a go-to for face improvements
- Lightweight and straightforward: just swaps the head model, no complex scripts or new assets
- Works for all vanilla races, so you get consistent face quality across the board
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008—likely outdated for modern Oblivion setups, may conflict with other face mods
- Only affects the head model, not textures—so if you want better skin textures, this won't help
🎯 Is This For You?
For Oblivion players who want sharper, higher-res faces without overhauling the whole game. If you're tired of blurry vanilla heads and want a quick, lightweight fix, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for full character overhaul mods or texture improvements—this only swaps the head model.
For Oblivion players who want sharper, higher-res faces without overhauling the whole game. If you're tired of blurry vanilla heads and want a quick, lightweight fix, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for full character overhaul mods or texture improvements—this only swaps the head model.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a replacer, just drop the files into your Oblivion Data folder and enable the mod in the launcher—no OBMM needed.
- If you use other face mods, load this one after them to ensure Head06 takes priority.
- Back up your original head meshes if you want to revert, but the mod is small and easy to remove.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- throttlekitty
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 6,638
- Endorsements
- 290
- Category
- Models And Textures
- Created
- 10/13/2008
- Updated
- 10/13/2008
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