Replace Kanji Icons With Other Characters

⭐ ⭐ (155 endorsements) 📥 3,111 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 4/6/2019
⚪ Last updated 2019

By ApolloHoo · Miscellaneous

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/23/2019 📅 Created: 4/6/2019
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ Mod Engine — Sekiro Mod Engine Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #17 of 71 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Most words are derived from memes in China Internet.

In order to choose what you may be interested in, both the integration package and its optional parts are available for download.

Besides, IDs of kanji icons and their corresponding origin files are provided on this page.

Version 1. 1 Changes:

Version 1. 1. 1 Changes:

Fix visual effect error of "爽到"

1. Integration Pack:

(1). Install Mod Engine: https://www.nexusmods.com/sekiro/mods/6

(2). After decompression, drag this folder into the /Sekiro folder. Make sure the file "

sfxbnd_commoneffects.ffxbnd.dcx

" is placed correctly in /Sekiro/mods/sfx

(3). This mod is not compatible with other visual effects mods because they modify the same file.

2. Free-choice Pack:

(1).

 Install Mod Engine: https://www.nexusmods.com/sekiro/mods/6

Install Yabber: https://www.nexusmods.com/sekiro/mods/42

Install UXM: https://www.nexusmods.com/sekiro/mods/26

You need to unpack game files by UXM first, then use Yabber to decompress "sfxbnd_commoneffects.ffxbnd.dcx" in \Sekiro\sfx for your modding ready.

(2). Unpacking the file "

sfxbnd_commoneffects.ffxbnd.dcx

" by Yabber, you can find those .tpf files which decide all visual effects in the folder "\sfxbnd_commoneffects-ffxbnd\sfx\tex". Choose one file what you prefer to and replace it by one of my optional files.

(3). Pack the folder "

\sfxbnd_commoneffects-ffxbnd

" with Yabber, then drug this new file "

sfxbnd_commoneffects.ffxbnd.dcx

" into the folder "\Sekiro\mods\sfx".

3. Origins Pack:

Actually, you can modify those visual effects by yourself. Follow the above steps, then  unpack "s**.tpf". There is a .dds file in each unpacking folder of "s**.tpf" file. You can even replace them with English words or other languages.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A small cosmetic mod that swaps Japanese kanji icons for simplified Chinese characters while preserving their original meanings. With 155 endorsements and 3,111 downloads, it's a niche pick for players who prefer simplified Chinese over traditional kanji in-game.

✨ Key Features

Replaces Japanese kanji icons with simplified Chinese characters
Maintains the original meaning of each icon
Simple cosmetic change with no gameplay impact

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 155 endorsements and over 3,000 downloads
  • Preserves icon meanings, so no confusion in-game
  • Lightweight and easy to install—just drop-in files

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2019—may not work with the latest game version
  • Only changes icons, so if you're after deeper localization, this won't help
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who prefer simplified Chinese characters and want a quick visual tweak without altering gameplay. Skip if you're fine with the original kanji or want more comprehensive localization.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if your game version is compatible, since the mod hasn't been updated since 2019.
  • Back up your original icon files before replacing them, just in case.
  • If you're using a mod manager, manually placing files might be simpler for this one.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Sekiro Mods
Author
ApolloHoo
Version
1.0
Downloads
3,111
Endorsements
155
Category
Miscellaneous
Created
4/6/2019
Updated
4/23/2019

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