Beware of darkness
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #102 of 127 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I'm not good at English, so I use a translator.
I'm sorry if I make a mistake.
I think it's hard to walk in the dark.
This is because you need to be careful not to stumble as you walk.
The movement speed changes depending on the light level.
Light level 40 10% speed down
Light level 30 20% speed down
Light level 20 30% speed down
Light level 10 40% speed down
Speed down up to 40%
Can move normally in bright areas.
If you use Night Eye, Torch, or Magic Light, you can move normally.
It also works on NPCs.
All vampires, khajit and werewolves are excluded.
The feel will vary depending on the lighting mod and ENB you are using.
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Installation
Please install using Mod Manager.
It is recommended to back up your saves.
Uninstall
Please uninstall using Mod Manager.
So please restore the saved data that you backed up before installing this mod.
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Bethesda Softworks
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Beware of darkness is a gameplay mod that alters movement speed based on the light level, making darkness harder to traverse. It has 139 endorsements and nearly 20,000 downloads, last updated in October 2021. For players seeking a simple survival challenge.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 139 endorsements and nearly 20k downloads.
- Simple concept that adds tension to nighttime exploration.
- Lightweight mod that doesn't overhaul the game, just tweaks movement.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
- No detailed description, so you're going in blind on exact speed modifiers.
- Could conflict with other mods that alter movement or lighting systems.
For survival-focused players who want a fresh challenge in the dark. If you're tired of sprinting through night without consequence, this mod adds a nice risk-reward layer. Skip if you prefer fast-paced exploration or don't want to deal with potential compatibility issues.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Test the mod in a well-lit area first to get a feel for the speed changes.
- Carry a torch or light source to maintain normal movement speed.
- Check for updates or patches if you're on a newer version of the game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- muenmatti
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 19,585
- Endorsements
- 139
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/8/2021
- Updated
- 10/9/2021
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