Sekiro Time of Day and Lighting Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 138 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is not a reshade preset
Description:
Welcome to the Sunshine Overhaul mod for Sekiro! Tired of gloomy landscapes? Seeking a brighter, more vibrant adventure? Look no further! This mod brings the warm embrace of sunlight to Senpou Temple, Sunken Valley, and Fountainhead Palace, transforming your Sekiro experience into a sun-drenched spectacle. Say goodbye to the snow, clouds, and shadowless, and bask in the radiance of sunny skies !
Now also improves night setting of the Hirata estate for a more moody experience and closer to TGS feel !
Key Features:
1. Sunlit Wonders: Enjoy sunny days in Senpou Temple and Sunken Valley after defeating Genichiro, replacing the previously snowy and shadowless atmospheres with bright sunshine.
2. Fountainhead Palace Radiance: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Fountainhead Palace bathed in sunlight, turning the once-dark night into a day of splendor.
3. Moody nights: replace the bland white local light with more purple and blue tints to make nigt time a more moody experience.
4. Dramatic Volumetric Fog: The mod enhances the volumetric fog, adding a touch of drama and more stunning godrays to create breathtaking visuals throughout the game.
Installation Instructions:
1. Download the mod files.
2. Copy the mod folders from the download into your Sekiro game directory.
Compatibility:
This mod is designed to be compatible out of the box with any overhaul mods like "Spirit of Ashina" , " Resurrection," or any of your favorite gameplay enhancements.
Selective Region Installation:
If you only want specific regions from this mod, these are the following "codes" corresponding to the region:
- m10: Hirata estate
- m15: Mibu Village
- m17: Sunken Valley
- m20: Senpou Temple
- m25: Fountainhead Palace
Support and Feedback:
I am committed to continuously improving and maintaining this mod. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for further enhancements, please don't hesitate to post in the mod's discussion section or reach out to me directly.
Future Plans:
My journey doesn't end here. I plan to expand this mod by modifying lighting and volumetric fog in more areas and adjusting the time of day if necessary or based on your requests.
Tools Used:
- WitchyBND
- Gparam
My other Mods:
Sekiro Shadowcasting light source
Sekiro Skill Progression Overhaul
Elden Ring Shadowcasting light source
Elden Ring Ra
Sekiro Time of Day and Lighting Overhaul transforms the game's lighting with new time-of-day cycles, god rays, and volumetric fog. It's a visual enhancement mod for players seeking more dramatic, sunlit battles. With 395 endorsements and 16,712 downloads, it's a moderately popular choice for atmosphere-focused modders.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 395 endorsements and over 16k downloads
- Brings dramatic god rays and volumetric fog to make battles feel more epic
- Simple visual upgrade that doesn't touch gameplay mechanics
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in November 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Only affects lighting and time of day — no other visual or gameplay changes
For Sekiro players who want a more cinematic, sun-drenched atmosphere without altering core gameplay. If you're into photography mode or just love dramatic lighting, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay tweaks or if you prefer the original moody tone.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make a backup of your original game files before installing any mod, especially if you're on PC.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with the latest Sekiro update.
- If you're using a mod manager, ensure it's set up correctly for Sekiro to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Sekiro Mods
- Author
- BostonAirportNavmeshFix
- Version
- 1.8
- Downloads
- 16,712
- Endorsements
- 395
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 7/28/2023
- Updated
- 11/8/2023
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