CC's Enhanced Ore Veins
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #363 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A texture replacement for the ore veins found in mines and around skyrim. This mod also retextures the mined ores and the ingots.
CC's Enhanced Ore Veins is a texture replacement mod for Skyrim that overhauls ore veins, mined ores, and ingots. With over 3,600 endorsements and 116,000 downloads, it's a popular visual upgrade for players seeking more detailed mining resources. Last updated in 2017, it remains a stable choice for classic Skyrim.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 3,608 endorsements and over 116k downloads—clearly a go-to for texture overhauls.
- Covers ore veins, mined ores, and ingots in one package, so you get a consistent visual upgrade across the mining loop.
- Simple texture replacer—no scripts or heavy dependencies, just drop it in and go.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017—might not be optimized for the latest Skyrim versions or mod setups, though texture mods usually age well.
- Only affects ore veins, ores, and ingots—if you want broader mining-related textures (like pickaxes or smelting equipment), this won't cover them.
- No explicit compatibility notes for popular texture overhauls like Skyrim 202X or SMIM—you might need to manage load order carefully to avoid conflicts.
For Skyrim players who want more detailed and realistic mining resources without overhauling the entire game's visuals. If you're a completionist who loves gathering ores and smelting ingots, this mod adds a nice touch. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture replacer, just place the files in your Data folder or use a mod manager—no need for patches.
- If you use other texture mods, put this one lower in your load order so it overwrites conflicting textures.
- For Skyrim Special Edition, you may need to convert the mod or use a compatible version—check the mod page for updates.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- ClearanceClarence
- Version
- 4.4
- Downloads
- 116,858
- Endorsements
- 3,608
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 4/8/2016
- Updated
- 2/3/2017
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