ASO - Artistic Skyrim Overhaul

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,883 endorsements) 📥 98,054 downloads 📌 vPixarV3 📅 1/1/2017
⚪ Last updated 2022

By ASO Team · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/22/2022 📅 Created: 1/1/2017
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #393 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

UPDATE: I've added a new file to the main files called ASO Effects Sky and Blood Only.

This file is meant to be used with Kanj's Borderlands Textures.

I also highly recommend using this with Hel's Cel Shading Reshade.

  • I feel that this combination looks pretty nice for now while we revamp this mod, try it and enjoy.  Here is a video with that combo in action in Skyrim VR: BrLi0v7rN4Q

We will likely not be updating the LE Version of this mod anymore, check out the Special Edition page here.

PERMISSION NOTICE

I don't have a lot of time to work on this mod anymore and there are still a lot of armor, weapons, and clothing that haven't been detailed. I would like for someone to make patches to cover the items I didn't finish. I am opening permission on Pixar.

Whoever is able to make texture patches for the unfinished textures I have left in Pixar is allowed to, just give us credit and link to our page here. If you make something, send me a link here on Nexus and we will post it on the main page here.

For examples of what my style of detailing looks like, look at my iron armor and weapons, Thieve's Guild armor, and Stormcloak armor. Those are the main ones I really added the most detail to.

Also, anyone who can do patches for the SSE Edition to cover the SE specific textures in that is welcome to do so. I already did the water, but I noticed some rock and snow textures that were new in testing, and there may be others.

EDIT: Oil is now open as well for anyone who wants to make seam fixing patches.

This mod aims to change the look of Skyrim overall with a variety of texture replacers of varying flavours.

This mod doesn't retexture/remodel any items added by other mods.  I would like to add patches to cover other weapon and armor mods but I need to acquire permission from those mod authors before I can do such a thing.

Here are mods that I have received permission to patch from their respective authors and have a patch for on the files page:

Bandolier by Dragten for Basic and Pixar  (Tested and working for Special Edition Bandolier Classic version 1. 2. 1)

Many items in this mod use the vanilla textures.  I've detailed all the textures added by the mod, but some items won't have details until I get to the vanilla textures that are used in the main mod.

Cloaks of Skyrim by Nikinoodles and Nazenn for Basic and Pixar (Tested and working for Special Edition CoS version 1. 2. 1)

Bloodstone Chalice Reborn by Gamwich and Nazenn for Basic and Pixar.  (Not tested by me as I don't have  a vampire character.)

Use Vortex or Mod Organizer(Preferred met

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

ASO - Artistic Skyrim Overhaul is a complete texture overhaul that gives Skyrim a painterly, hand-drawn look. Formerly known as Toon Skyrim Redux, it has 1,883 endorsements and was last updated in January 2022. This mod is for players who want a stylized, artistic visual overhaul rather than a realistic one.

✨ Key Features

Complete texture overhaul with a painterly style
Formerly known as Toon Skyrim Redux
1,883 endorsements and 98,054 downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 1,883 endorsements and nearly 100k downloads
  • Gives Skyrim a unique painterly look that stands out from realistic overhauls
  • One mod covers all textures, so you don't need to mix and match

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in January 2022 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or DLC
  • Painterly style isn't for everyone — if you prefer gritty realism, this will clash
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a fresh, artistic take on the game's visuals without sacrificing performance. If you're tired of realistic texture packs and want something that feels like a living painting, this is for you. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly realism or if you're using other texture mods that might conflict.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this is a texture overhaul, it's safe to install with a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 — just make sure it overwrites other texture mods for a consistent look.
  • If you're using an ENB, you may need to tweak saturation and contrast to get the best out of the painterly style.
  • Check the mod's posts section for any user-reported compatibility issues with other popular texture mods before installing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
ASO Team
Version
PixarV3
Downloads
98,054
Endorsements
1,883
Category
Models and Textures
Created
1/1/2017
Updated
1/22/2022

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