RaceMenu

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (374,763 endorsements) 📥 12.1M downloads 📌 v3.4.5 📅 1/8/2013
⚪ Last updated 2015

By Expired · User Interface

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/7/2015 📅 Created: 1/8/2013
⚠️ Install Order · 4 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4📦 SKSE Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #3 of 76 User Interface mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

REQUIREMENTS

The Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE), Version 1. 7. 2 (or newer) is REQUIRED to run the RaceMenu.

If you don't know how, or cannot install SKSE on your own I recommend watching:

  • []English SKSE Installation Video by Gopher[/]

    []German SKSE Installation Video by Frank SiriuS[/]

    RaceMenu related SKSE Plugins:

    • []CharGen Extension (Core included with RaceMenu 2. 5 and greater)

      [/][]NetImmerse Override Standalone (Included with RaceMenu 2. 0 and greater)

      [/]

    For ECE to RaceMenu migration see:

    • []CharGen Export

      [/]

    If you experience crashing while opening the menu please consider acquiring the optional download DisableFaceGenCache (integrated as of version 2. 7+, no longer necessary). This is an SKSE plugin that disables caching of FaceGen parts that can crash your game if you have many hair/eye/brow mods installed.

    PURPOSE

    The RaceMenu was redesigned with the intention of using SKSE to allow for more in-depth customization of your character. This mod does not fix the problems with the internal class to this menu; it merely redesigns it and adds more features. Please ensure that you don't have problems opening the ORIGINAL RaceMenu before blaming this mod.

    FEATURES

    RaceMenu.esp

    []Numeric display for all sliders[/]

    []Categorizes all the vanilla options to the SkyUI look[/]

    []Search filter by name (Same as SkyUI)[/]

    []Color ANY tint, including hair with an AARRGGBB value[/]

    []Loads/Saves settings when re-opening the menu[/]

    []Light On/Off (Spawns a white light directly infront of your character)[/]

    []Zoom distances adjusted to be closer to the face when In and slightly further when out[/]

    []Basic plugin interface[/]

    []Controller support[/]

    []Works with any race, including custom races[/]

    []Doesn't modify any vanilla assets (Unlike my Extended Slider Colors mod)[/]

    []Multi-warpaint support[/]

    []Warpaint texture hotswapping (Custom warpaint)[/]

    []Display racial skill bonuses[/]

    []Save/Load presets to and from windows clipboard[/]

    []Supports body/hand/feet/face overlays[/]

    []Save/Load color[/]

    []Change overlay glow color[/]

    []Change overlay glow strength[/]

    [*]Export head mesh

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

RaceMenu is a complete overhaul of Skyrim's character creation menu, adding new customization options like multiple RGBA warpaints, body paints, hand paint, and foot paints. It requires SKSE. With over 374,000 endorsements and 12.1 million downloads, it's a staple mod for character customization enthusiasts.

✨ Key Features

Complete overhaul of the character creation menu
Adds multiple RGBA warpaints
Adds body paints, hand paint, and foot paints
Requires SKSE

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Massive community trust with 374,763 endorsements and 12.1M downloads
  • Adds a ton of new paint options for face, body, hands, and feet
  • Essential for any serious character customization setup

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions
  • Requires SKSE, so you need to install that first
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love deep character customization and want more paint options than vanilla. If you're into screenshotting or roleplaying, this is a must-have. Skip if you're fine with the default character creator and don't want to bother with SKSE.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure SKSE is installed and launched via skse_loader.exe, not the default launcher, or RaceMenu won't work.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of RaceMenu and its dependencies.
  • Check the mod's compatibility with your Skyrim version (Special Edition vs. Oldrim) — this version is for the original Skyrim.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Expired
Version
3.4.5
Downloads
12,117,352
Endorsements
374,763
Category
User Interface
Created
1/8/2013
Updated
11/7/2015

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