Nice To Meet You - A Robust and Realistic NPC Naming Engine
⚪ 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
- 👍 4.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #17 of 36 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Nice To Meet You
A Robust and Realistic NPC Naming Engine
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PLEASE READ
This mod may cause a C++ run-time error if you play the game with it for too long. This is caused by a limitation of the number of strings that OBSE can store. If you encounter this error, please disable the mod, save your game, then re-enable the mod. This is a temporary solution to the problem. Unfortunately, there is no work around at the moment.
Description
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Isn't it strange that you psychically know every NPC's name in the game?
Nice to Meet You is a realistic NPC Naming Engine which adds another
layer of immersion to the game by allowing you to differentiate
strangers from acquaintances, and even acquaintances from fellow guild
members! How strangers and friends are differentiated is completely up
to you. For example, you can have all strangers named by their race,
acquaintances named by their name and class, and fellow guild members
named by their name, guild, rank, and class. You can even choose to show
the services each NPC offers (e.g. merchant, trainer, armorer,
recharger).
For those who want something more immersive, Nice To Meet You includes
several fully configurable realism features such as forgetting the names
of NPCs you don't interact with regularly, permanently memorizing names
of NPCs you do, hiding the names of all NPC's you haven't met yet, and
even the ability to identify dead NPCs.
Putting it all together makes for a more enjoyable and immersive
gameplay experience when interacting with Oblivion's native inhabitants.
Did I mention there are a jazillion customization options? Don't worry,
the mod comes pre-set with recommended defaults for the best gameplay
experience.
Requirements
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This mod requires Oblivion Sript Extender v0020 or higher. Get it here:
http://obse.silverlock.org
Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Will this mod mess up my save game?
Nope. All changes are automatically reverted when the mod is
deactivated.
2. Will this mod conflict with any quests?
Nope. Oblivion and (user-created mods) refer to NPCs by their
FormIDs, not by their in-game names, so this mod won't interfere with
your quests or anything like that.
3. Will this mod work with NPCs from other mods?
Definitely. There's even an option to show user-created classes for
4. Will this mod slow down my game?
Nope! I've written it to be very efficient and I've benchmarked it
several times. The results show no difference in frame rate while
using the mod.
Nice To Meet You is an immersion mod for Oblivion that removes the psychic knowledge of NPC names, letting you differentiate strangers from acquaintances. With 297 endorsements and over 7,000 downloads, it's a well-received addition for players seeking deeper roleplay. Last updated in 2011, it remains a classic for the game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 297 endorsements and over 7,000 downloads.
- Fills a niche for roleplayers who want to avoid meta-gaming NPC names.
- Simple concept that adds a lot of depth to Oblivion's immersion.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2011 — may have compatibility issues with newer mods or patches.
- Requires a new game or careful save management to work properly.
For Oblivion roleplayers who want to stop knowing every NPC's name at a glance. If you're into immersive sims and hate meta-gaming, this is a must-try. Skip if you prefer convenience over realism.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to read the mod's description on the Nexus for any specific load order notes.
- Consider pairing with other immersion mods like 'Basic Primary Needs' for a full survival experience.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the installation to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- SoloManGames
- Version
- 1.13
- Downloads
- 7,294
- Endorsements
- 297
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 6/4/2011
- Updated
- 6/22/2011
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