Diagonal Sprint - First Person Free Sprint

Diagonal Sprint

Improved diagonal sprint movement for first-person gameplay

An SKSE gameplay plugin that implements diagonal sprinting and sprint-to-jump transitions.

Diagonal Sprint is a lightweight SKSE gameplay plugin that adds diagonal sprint movement in first-person.

Vanilla Skyrim movement can feel awkward when sprinting, especially when transitioning into jumps or moving across uneven terrain. This plugin introduces a runtime movement assist system that tracks player input and applies subtle corrections to make movement smoother and more responsive.

The goal is not to replace Skyrim’s movement system, but to enhance it while preserving player control.

Diagonal Sprint works entirely at runtime and does not modify animations, behaviors, or game records.

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Main Features

• []Adds diagonal sprint in first-person

  []Smooths sprint-to-jump transitions

  []Optional airborne lateral control adjustments

  []Terrain-aware handling for slopes and stairs

  []Lateral speed configurable through JSON settings

  []Safe runtime behavior with no animation edits

  How It Works

  Diagonal Sprint monitors player input and movement state during gameplay.

  When the plugin detects diagonal sprint input, it briefly activates a movement assist window that helps maintain smooth lateral momentum while sprinting.

  The system also tracks jump timing and applies short stabilization windows to prevent awkward sprint/jump transitions.

  All assistance is temporary and designed to preserve the player’s original movement intent.

  First-Person Focus

  Diagonal Sprint is designed specifically for first-person gameplay.

  • []Behavior only activates in first-person

    []Automatically resets when switching camera modes

    []Includes safeguards to prevent carryover movement artifacts

    This keeps movement consistent and avoids interference with third-person animation systems.

    Movement Improvements

    The plugin introduces several improvements to vanilla movement behavior.

    []Diagonal Sprint Assistance

    Maintains smoother directional control while sprinting diagonally.[]Jump Transition Stability

    Improves sprint-to-jump timing to reduce awkward movement interruptions.[]Airborne Control Adjustments

    Optional lateral movement