Zensalin's Oblivion Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 16 Overhauls mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
After some time thinking about it and some consideration, I'm not really satisfied with the quality and content of this mod of mine anymore and I plan on majorly reworking it (Whenever I may find the time for that). While I like it in it's current state and will keep using it for myself, I noticed that it might be a bit too much after my taste to be considered a good experience for other people than just me. For now, I can recommend using "Ascension" Overhaul instead: https://www.nexusmods.com/oblivion/mods/50237. It is similar in many aspects, but without some of the flaws my mod brings with it.
I will leave my mod available of course, variety and choice is good and for everyone who is like me, reads the description and thinks "Yep, that's what I want!" it is still a good mod, after all.
Mixxa 21. 12. 2020
1) Description
2) Introduction
3) What has been changed/done?
4) Incompatibilities
5) Installation
Starting a new game/save is highly recommended after installing this mod, as some changes may not be properly applied with existing saves.
(This also applies if you change from any version of ZOO to version 2. 1, as it introduces changes to the Shivering Isles.)
1) Description
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Another Oblivion Overhaul. This overhaul/compilation is meant to keep the game as close to vanilla feel as possible while improving on various aspects of the game. I hope for this mod to be appealing for new players, people who come back after some time to replay once in a while or people not interested in doing huge mod-lists, installations or configurations by themselfes.
To put it simply, I don't have the genius of Oscuro, the skill of Maskar, Arthmoor or the people who continued OOOs divine work, but if you feel overwhelmed by the "weight" of these overhauls and think you want something smaller that still gets the job done, this might be for you.
2) Introduction
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A list of features and changes can be found below at 3).
ZOO is based on Brashers Oblivion Overhaul and expanded with various mods, assets and edits from other modders and myself to provide an enhanced Oblivion experience that is easy to install and, hopefully, just as enjoyable.
Every feedback, especially regarding balancing and bugs, is very much welcomed, as everyone has a different playstile and I want the mod to feel balanced for as many as possible playstiles.
You may decide to additionally install Quarls texture pack and a mod that makes the faces look better (=> King of the Hill in that regard is OCOv2 (Load ZOO's esp after OCOv2)) then slap this Overhaul on top of it and you are ready for your first playthrough or revisiting the game while having a solution to the level scaling problem and improvement
Zensalin's Oblivion Overhaul is a comprehensive mod that aims to preserve the vanilla feel of Oblivion while improving various aspects, such as reducing the prevalence of high-tier armor on low-level bandits. With 276 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads, it's a moderately popular choice for players seeking a more balanced, vanilla-friendly experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 276 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads
- Preserves the classic Oblivion experience without drastic changes
- Fixes a common immersion-breaking issue of low-level enemies wearing endgame armor
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in March 2020, so may not be compatible with the latest Oblivion patches or mods
- Only two features are explicitly mentioned, so the full scope of changes is unclear
For Oblivion players who want a more balanced and believable world without straying far from the original game. If you're tired of seeing bandits in Daedric armor at level 1, this mod aims to fix that. Skip if you're looking for a total conversion or major gameplay overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2020, check if you have the latest Oblivion patch installed, as older mods may need compatibility patches.
- If you use other overhaul mods, consider load order to avoid conflicts—place this mod after major overhauls to ensure its changes take effect.
- Back up your save files before installing any overhaul, as level scaling changes can affect existing characters.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Mixxa77 alias Zensalin1
- Version
- 2.2
- Downloads
- 8,258
- Endorsements
- 276
- Category
- Overhauls
- Created
- 9/1/2018
- Updated
- 3/21/2020
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