Artistic Skyrim Overhaul - No More Reflective Surfaces
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #38 of 41 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Installation
Just install the mod using Mod Organizer 2 and let it override the original Artistic Skyrim Overhaul Mod.
This ini tweaks aren't needed anymore with the 3. 0 version and up, just make sure to load it as the last esp that loads an INI settings file!
But so you know the ini settings here they are:
bToggleSparkles=0
bEnableSnowMask=0
bEnableProjecteUVDiffuseNormals=0
fSnowGeometrySpecPower=0
fSnowNormalSpecPower=0
bEnableSnowRimLighting=0
bDeactivateAOOnSnow=1
bLandSpecular=0
fEnvmapLODFadeEnd=0. 0
fEnvmapLODFadeStart=0. 0
fRefractionLODFadeEnd=0. 0
fRefractionLODFadeStart=0. 0
fSpecularLODFadeEnd=0. 0
fSpecularLODFadeStart=0. 0
THANKS to GodlySandwich on the Wabbajack Discord for most of these ini settings and recommending me to look for more..
Hall of Fame - List of Supporters
This is a compatibility patch for Artistic Skyrim Overhaul that removes reflective surfaces and sparkles via INI tweaks. It requires the original mod and must be loaded last. With 90 endorsements and 8,222 downloads, it's a niche fix for players who want less shiny environments.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tackles a real annoyance—those overly shiny surfaces can break immersion
- Small but solid community trust (90 endorsements, 8k downloads)
- Simple install: just let it override the original mod in MO2
⚠️ Cons
- Requires the original Artistic Skyrim Overhaul, so it's useless without it
- Only affects visuals—no gameplay or performance changes
- Potential conflicts with other mods that edit the same INI settings
For Skyrim players who love Artistic Skyrim Overhaul but hate the reflective, sparkly surfaces it adds. If you're building a more realistic or subdued look, this patch is a quick fix. Skip if you don't use Artistic Skyrim Overhaul or don't mind the shine.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use Mod Organizer 2 to install and ensure this mod loads after the original Artistic Skyrim Overhaul in the left pane.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you have the correct version of Artistic Skyrim Overhaul for your game version.
- Check your load order to confirm this mod's ESP is last among those that load INI settings.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Luca - EzioTheDeadPoet
- Version
- 5.1
- Downloads
- 8,222
- Endorsements
- 90
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 9/17/2020
- Updated
- 8/17/2021
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