CG4 Snow Effects SE

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,121 endorsements) 📥 951,555 downloads 📌 v2.0 📅 5/13/2020
⚪ Last updated 2022

By RiJoBa · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/14/2022 📅 Created: 5/13/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #5 of 86 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

CG4 Snow Effects

A Simple but effective mod group to further increase Skyrim world immersion.

Barely any impact on performance (a drop of about 1fps was noticed)

Effects Location:

See Images for very rough Location of effects map.

Or the short videos for a quick peak in game.

--- If you use Skyrim 3d Trees and wonder: Yes, it works ---

Check the second video in the section

Known Bugs or Compatibility Issues:

Will not be compatible with any placed snow tree mods, snow effects only affect vanilla snow tree locations.

There are currently no further plans to update this mod

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* All my uploads are opted- in for Donation Points to the Make-A-Wish Foundation (100%)

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

CG4 Snow Effects SE adds falling snow sprinkles and drops from trees to Skyrim Special Edition, enhancing immersion with a subtle visual effect. This ESL-flagged mod is a port with permission, offering a lightweight addition for players seeking more atmospheric snow. With over 3,100 endorsements and nearly a million downloads, it's a popular choice for visual polish.

✨ Key Features

Adds snow sprinkles and drops falling from trees for immersive visual effects.
ESL-flagged plugin to save load order space.
Ported with permission from the original authors.
Lightweight visual enhancement for snowy regions.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 3,121 endorsements and nearly a million downloads.
  • ESL flag means it won't eat your load order slots — perfect for mod hoarders.
  • Simple immersion boost that makes snowy forests feel alive.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022 — might have issues with the latest Skyrim patches, so test it.
  • Only affects trees — if you want more comprehensive snow effects, look elsewhere.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a subtle, atmospheric touch to snowy areas without overhauling the game. If you're a visual purist who loves small details, this is for you. Skip if you want major weather or snow retextures — this is just tree snow effects.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install — it's a simple drag-and-drop.
  • Place it near the bottom of your load order to avoid conflicts with other tree mods.
  • If you use an ENB, check that it doesn't override particle effects — you might need to tweak settings.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
RiJoBa
Version
2.0
Downloads
951,555
Endorsements
3,121
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
5/13/2020
Updated
7/14/2022

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