LowPoly Grass
⚪ 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #34 of 485 Models And Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod reduces the complexity of the grass meshes resulting in a sizeable FPS gain for most people. No esp is needed, no archive invalidation is needed. Compatible with the Short Grass mod. Each download contains all the files so you only need one of the downloads available. Available Versions (SI = same with Shivering Isles Meshes included) Low-Poly Grass Low-Poly Grass for SI This is the recommended version. Low-Low-Poly Grass Low-Low-Poly Grass for SI This is the least demanding grass available. Looks somewhat worse than the recommended, but performs better. Use this if you want the most FPS. Low-Poly-Alt Grass Low-Poly-Alt Grass for SI Looks better from above than the recommended version, but I think worse the rest of the time. You might like it.
LowPoly Grass is a lightweight Oblivion mod that replaces grass meshes with lower-polygon versions, boosting FPS for most players. It requires no ESP or archive invalidation and is compatible with Short Grass. Each download includes all necessary files.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 6,336 endorsements and over 313k downloads
- Simple drop-in install—no ESP or archive invalidation headaches
- Works alongside Short Grass for even better performance
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008—may not be optimized for newer hardware or game patches
- Only affects grass meshes, so FPS gains are limited to grassy areas
- No screenshots or detailed install guide in the description
For Oblivion players on older PCs or those who want a quick FPS boost in grassy regions without messing with complex mods. Skip if you're on a modern rig or want visual overhauls—this is purely a performance tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Just drop the files into your Data folder—no mod manager needed.
- If you use Short Grass, install this mod first, then overwrite with Short Grass for best results.
- Test in the open fields outside the Imperial City to see the FPS difference.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- mmmpld
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 313,515
- Endorsements
- 6,336
- Category
- Models And Textures
- Created
- 7/9/2006
- Updated
- 1/7/2008
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