Subdue on command
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #169 of 218 Scripts mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod allows you to activate 4 subdue animations on command. (Knife Subdue (mounted), unarmed subdue (mounted), unarmed subdue
(grapple from behind), unarmed subdue and unarmed(back grapple subdue
from front ).
Link to the video where I showed every subdue animation with it's every outcome (reversals and break free)
Added "subdue" prompt and added full controller support.
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This version allows NPCs to use subdue animations without needing to change their brawling style on command. Includes [back grapple subdue from front]
for NPCs, too but you'll still need to change their brawling style to bs_bruiser if you want them to do that to you.
If any NPCs grapples you in these positions you can activate the subdue
animation for them, too.
These mods take a lot of time to develop and test to make sure that every function is working properly. So, I'd appreciate donations if you would like to support what I do.
Here's my Patreon if you want to support me.
Subdue on command is a script mod for Skyrim that lets you and NPCs trigger four subdue animations on demand, including knife and unarmed variants. It has 194 endorsements and was last updated in December 2024, making it a niche but functional tool for players who want more control over takedown animations.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Gives you direct control over takedown animations, which is great for roleplay or cinematic screenshots.
- Works for NPCs too, so you can set up scenes or just have fun watching them perform the moves.
- Decent community support with 194 endorsements and nearly 9k downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Limited to four animations, so if you want more variety, this might feel restrictive.
- Script mods can sometimes conflict with other mods that alter animation or combat behavior, so watch for compatibility issues.
- No mention of compatibility with popular animation overhauls like FNIS or Nemesis, so you might need to test it.
For Skyrim players who want to trigger specific takedown animations on demand, especially for roleplay or screenshot purposes. If you're looking for a comprehensive combat overhaul, this isn't it—it's a niche tool for animation control.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this script mod easily.
- If you use FNIS or Nemesis, run their generators after installing to ensure animations are properly registered.
- Test the mod in a save before committing to it, as script mods can sometimes cause issues if not set up correctly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- RDR2 Mods
- Author
- 14N001st
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 8,891
- Endorsements
- 194
- Category
- Scripts
- Created
- 8/19/2022
- Updated
- 12/3/2024
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