Progress
⚪ Last updated 2009⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #8 of 16 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
PROGRESS IS NO LONGER SUPPORTED. New users should instead use the replacement mod, Fundament. Version 2. 1 ----------- Progress is a general replacement for skill rate adjustment mods. It allows full configuration of skill advancement rates by editing the Progress.ini file, and is built as a master file (.esm) to allow more complex behavior to be added with plug-ins without the risk of conflicts. Base options include: Set an overall multiplier for advancement rates Edit the bonus given to class skills Change the number of skill increases required to gain a level Change how many times you can train per level, and how much training costs Modify the advancement rates for specific skills Options provided by bundled plug-ins: Magicka-Based Skill Progression causes spell cost to affect advancement Speed-Based Skill Progression adjusts advancement based on weapon speed Global Slowdown makes it harder to teach an old dog new tricks
Progress is a configurable skill rate adjustment mod for Oblivion, allowing players to edit the Progress.ini file to control skill advancement rates and use alternate advancement methods for several skills. It serves as a general replacement for similar mods, offering flexibility for players who want to customize their leveling experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 886 endorsements
- Nearly 39,000 downloads show it's a proven choice
- Config file gives you full control over skill rates
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2009 — may be outdated for current Oblivion versions
- Requires manual editing of an INI file, which can be intimidating for new modders
For Oblivion players who want to fine-tune how fast skills level up, especially those who find the default rates too slow or too fast. If you're comfortable editing INI files and want a customizable leveling experience, this is for you. Skip if you prefer a simple plug-and-play mod without configuration.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original Progress.ini before tweaking, so you can revert if something breaks.
- Open the INI in a text editor like Notepad++ to avoid formatting issues.
- Test your changes on a new character to see the effects without ruining an existing save.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- AkhraGee
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 38,962
- Endorsements
- 886
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 12/13/2007
- Updated
- 8/17/2009
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