ShowRaceMenu Alternative
⚪ Last updated 2014⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #8 of 45 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
ShowRaceMenu Alternative is now available for Skyrim Special Edition!
Author : Seb263
Current Version : 3. 0. 0 (01/02/2014)
If you like this mod, don't forget to support it!
Here is version 3. 0 of the ShowRaceMenu Alternative mod.
Thanks to this new version, ShowRaceMenu Alternative is not only a debug function, it is also integrated into the game without breaking immersion.
A "lore" version allows you to customize and have race-changing scrolls added to the various mages in-game for purchase.
In addition, the problems encountered in previous versions are history (i.e reverting back from Werewolf/Vampire lord).
Whatever your race may be, even if vampire's blood runs through your veins, you can change into any race, including custom ones, and preserve your skills and perks.
All you have to do is to go in the spells menu (in the powers tab), use the "ShowRaceMenu Alternative" spell and follow the instructions.
Don't use directly the "ShowRaceMenu" command, it will not work.
If your character has any legendary skills, you will need to launch Skyrim with SKSE to preserve them.
SKSE is NOT NECESSARY for every other function of the mod.
If you use the old version of ShowRaceMenu Alternative (previously called "ShowRaceMenuFix.esp"), do not forget to uninstall it.
This mod does not change any Race, NPCs, quest, or anything else.
The original game (Vanilla) was completely preserved, there should therefore be no conflict with any other mod.
Automatic Installation :
- It is recommended to use the Nexus Mod Manager to easily install the mod and keep it up to date.
Manual Installation :
1. Download the latest version of ShowRaceMenu Alternative.
2. Open the archive using 7zip or Winrar.
3. Put "ShowRaceMenuAlternative.esp" and "ShowRaceMenuAlternative.bsa" in the game folder.
(Default: C:Program FilesSteamSteamappscommonSkyrimData)
4. Launch the Skyrim launcher and click on Data Files.
5. Check the box next to "ShowRaceMenuAlternative.esp".
Thanks to bbe for his translations of the mod description, as well as for testing this mod.
Thanks to Sagittarius22 for testing this mod.
Music: Thanks to Matti Paalanen for this wonderful copyright free music used in the mod.
ShowRaceMenu Alternative is a bug fix mod for Skyrim that lets you change your character's race, including custom races, without losing your skills or perks. With 29,333 endorsements and over 636,000 downloads, it's a highly popular tool for players who want to respec their character's appearance and race mid-game. Last updated in 2014, it remains a staple for many modded playthroughs.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 29,333 endorsements and over 636k downloads—this is a proven mod.
- Solves a real problem: race changes normally wipe your perks, but this keeps them intact.
- Works with custom races, so it's flexible for modded setups.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- As a bug fix, it doesn't add new content—just fixes a specific issue.
For Skyrim players who want to change their character's race mid-playthrough without losing progress. Essential for roleplayers who like to switch up their character's look or try different racial abilities. Skip if you're happy with your current race and don't need this functionality.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to save your game before using the race change menu, just in case.
- If you use a mod manager, install this mod through it to keep your load order clean.
- Check if your custom race mods are compatible with this—most are, but it's worth a quick search.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Seb263
- Version
- 3.0.0
- Downloads
- 636,226
- Endorsements
- 29,333
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 7/13/2012
- Updated
- 2/1/2014
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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