Forgotten Creatures
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #35 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
CREDITS
xinntao for ESRGAN
Uses various models for interpolation created by the following authors:
Alsa, buildist, DinJerr, Kingdomakrillic, LyonHrt, nmkd, Twittman, ZaphodBreeblebox
DESCRIPTION
Vanilla-friendly retexture of various creatures in the base game and DLCs. Done with a combination of AI upscaling using various specialized models and scratch-made texture work. In my eyes these were forgotten creatures in terms of retextures that do them justice, hence the mod name. Most of the textures are still considered a work in progress, with improvements coming as soon as I find motivation to work on them. So far, this covers the following creatures:
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[]Alduin 8K
[
]Ash Hopper 2K[]Ash Spawn 2K
[]Bear 4K (all variants)
[]Chaurus 4K
[]Chaurus Hunter 2K (all variants)
[]Deer 4K
[]Dog 4K
[]Elk 4K
[]Fox 2K (all variants)
[]Frost Giant 4K
[]Husky 2K
[]Ice Wraith 2K
[]Kaarstag 4K
[]Mammoth 4K
[]Mudcrab 2K
[]Serpentine Dragon 8K
[]Skeever 2K (all variants)
[]Vale Deer 2K
[]Werebear 4K
[]White Stag 4K
[]Wolf 2K (all variants)
The archive also includes meshes with fixed UVs for the Bear and Vale Deer.
INSTALLATION
Using Vortex - overwrite if asked. Using MO2 - put it below other mods containing these textures (higher priority).
Be sure to report any problems you may find in the comments!
Forgotten Creatures is a vanilla-friendly retexture mod that overhauls the appearance of various creatures in the base game and DLCs. With over 2,000 endorsements and nearly a million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a visual upgrade that stays true to the original art style.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (978k) means it's been tested by tons of players
- Vanilla-friendly approach keeps the game's original feel intact
- 2,011 endorsements show it's well-liked by the community
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 — might not be compatible with the latest game patches
For players who want a subtle visual upgrade to creatures without straying from the game's original aesthetic. Perfect for lore-friendly modding enthusiasts. Skip if you're looking for drastic changes or new creature models.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture mod, make sure to place it correctly in your mod manager or data folder to avoid conflicts.
- Check if the mod requires any DLCs you don't own — the description mentions DLCs, so verify your game version.
- If you're using other creature mods, load order might matter; put this one after to ensure textures apply.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Phlunder
- Version
- 2.4
- Downloads
- 978,565
- Endorsements
- 2,011
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 8/20/2020
- Updated
- 7/10/2022
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