Simply Better Movement Speeds
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #35 of 137 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mods simply adjusts the movement speeds to be more natural and believable.
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It increases walking speed somewhat, for both walking and sneaking.
It decreases running speed a small bit, for both running and sneaking.
Sprinting is still the same.
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Simply Better Movement Speeds is a lightweight gameplay mod that tweaks movement speeds to feel more natural and believable. With 935 endorsements and over 24,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking subtle, realistic movement adjustments. Last updated in 2019, it remains a stable, simple option for those who want a more grounded feel.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 935 endorsements and 24k downloads.
- Simple, no-frills tweak that does exactly what it says.
- Last updated in 2019, so it's stable and unlikely to break your game.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed feature list, so you're trusting the description at face value.
- Not updated since 2019, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- Potential conflicts with other movement or animation mods that alter speed values.
For players who find the default movement speeds too arcadey and want a more grounded, realistic feel without overhauling the game. If you're into hardcore survival or immersion mods, this is a subtle addition that fits right in. Skip if you're looking for dramatic gameplay changes—this is a minor tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple tweak, you can install it manually by dropping the files into your game's data folder.
- If you use a mod manager, just download and activate—no load order worries for a standalone tweak.
- Test movement speeds in a new game or save to ensure it feels right before committing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Simtar123
- Version
- 5
- Downloads
- 24,271
- Endorsements
- 935
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 6/21/2016
- Updated
- 2/16/2019
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