TES4Gecko
⚪ Last updated 2009⚠️ 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.
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #27 of 86 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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✅ Created by TeamGecko
✅ - New development and Original TES4 Plugin Utility code: ScripterRon (Ron Hoffman)
✅ - Original Gecko plugin splitter and compare code: KomodoDave (N David Brown)
✅ - Random Guy with Code Access: Steve Carrow
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- TES4Gecko - Version 15. 2
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- Created by TeamGecko
- - New development and Original TES4 Plugin Utility code: ScripterRon (Ron Hoffman)
- - Original Gecko plugin splitter and compare code: KomodoDave (N David Brown)
- - Random Guy with Code Access: Steve Carrow
- - Gecko project leader: dev_akm (Aubrey K McAuley)
- Overview
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- TES4Gecko works with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion plugin and master files (.esp/.esm). It is designed to let mod-creators manipulate plugin and master files in ways that Bethesda either did not imagine or decided to leave out of the official Construction Set.
- TES4Gecko has a wide variety of useful functions, such as merging two or more plugins into a single plugin or removing data that doesn\'t need to be in a plugin (accidental changes). It can convert a plugin file to a master file or a master file to a plugin file, move worldspaces, generate silent dialog MP3s, and a ton of other useful stuff. Selected plugin records can be removed from a plugin or copied to another plugin. It will also split a single plugin file into master/plugin components and compare two plugins, highlighting the differences between them.
- Please see the Available Functions section in the README for critical details and warnings about how individual functions work.
- Discussion of TES4Gecko is on the Bethesda Elder Scrolls Construction Set forum. Search for TES4Gecko if you don\'t see the thread right away.
- New Features and Changes
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- Version 15. 2 adds or fixes the following:
- Added quest reference (QSTI) and landscape texture (LTEX) search.
- Added abilty to dump all dialogue for a plugin.
- Slightly better memory management, which should allow for using the same instance of Gecko more times before having to restart.
- Added factions to lip-synch plugin generation; I\'ll post a HOWTO after I release this one.
- Now silence file gen algorithm is 3 words per second, not 4. Also added additional voice files for 16- through 20-second lengths.
- Added the ability to set the starting form ID for the merge.
- Added the option to \"manage\" the merge to master. If merge is not managed, default behavior as in v14 and v15. 0 takes place.
- Fixed a bug that Vagrant0 found that would throw an exception in managed merging if an exterior cell is in more than 5 regions.
- Fixed an error in cleaning reported by RMWChaos.
- Added more subrecord types for viewing.
- Finally (I think) fixed the merging of deleted INFOs.
- Added a \"remove extraneous quest references\" feature for porting dialogue quests to different masters.
- Version 15. 1 adds or revamps the following:
- Now the music type of all exterior cells can be changed to one common type (Default, Public or Dungeon). Apparently StreamMusic operates more consistently if the music type for the cell is Public.
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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
TES4Gecko is a comprehensive utility for Oblivion modders, offering tools to merge, clean, and manage plugin files. With over 2,000 endorsements and 70,000 downloads, it's a trusted tool for mod authors and players alike. Last updated in 2009, it remains a classic for the community.
✨ Key Features
Provides utilities for merging and cleaning Oblivion plugin files.
Developed by TeamGecko with original code by ScripterRon.
Version 15.2, last updated in 2009.
High community trust with 2,088 endorsements.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 2,088 endorsements — modders swear by it.
- 70,879 downloads show it's been a staple for years.
- Essential for anyone serious about modding Oblivion — merging and cleaning plugins is a must.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2009 — may not work with newer mods or systems without tweaks.
- Utility tools have a learning curve; not for casual players.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Oblivion mod authors and advanced players who need to merge or clean plugins. If you're just installing mods, you don't need this. Skip if you want gameplay tweaks — this is a behind-the-scenes tool.
For Oblivion mod authors and advanced players who need to merge or clean plugins. If you're just installing mods, you don't need this. Skip if you want gameplay tweaks — this is a behind-the-scenes tool.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're new to Oblivion modding, use a mod manager like Wrye Bash to handle plugins — TES4Gecko is for advanced cleanup.
- Always back up your plugin files before merging or cleaning with TES4Gecko.
- Check the TES4Gecko documentation on the UESP wiki for detailed usage guides.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- TeamGecko
- Version
- 15.2
- Downloads
- 70,879
- Endorsements
- 2,088
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 1/10/2007
- Updated
- 5/22/2009
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