Dragonborn Unlimited (Voice Recognition)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #6 of 20 VR mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Dragonborn Unlimited (DBU) is a mod that uses speech recognition to allow the player to equip or cast any spell or use any shout or power they own by saying the name or Words of Power.
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The new and improved Dragonborn Unlimited is here... Again!
I took another long break, but I'm back with version 2. 1!
This update has a ton of new features and bug fixes, so definitely look at the changelog, so you don't miss something cool!
A huge thank you to my Discord for beta testing version 2. 1. I couldn't have found some of the bugs without them! if you want to be a part of future betas, join my Discord
What's New?
1.) Auto-cast for spells is finally here! Simply say "Cast" before the spell's name and it will cast it, so long as it has a short cast time and isn't a
concentration spell
2.) You can now change the terms for "Left", "Right", "Both", and "Cast" for spells and powers separately. Now you can set "Offhand Flames" to put "Flames"
in your left hand, if you want!
3.) You can manually set your shout key in the MCM, so no more VR users will be left out of auto-shouts and auto-powers
4.) You can cast Powers with the prefix "Cast". Now, you can have Auto-Cast powers disabled, but still auto-cast occasionally, if you want to
5.) There is a voice recognition sensitivity slider in the MCM, now. So, if the system doesn't recognize you well, you can adjust that. Same for if breathing
causes the system to trigger
6.) Some new options for the .ini files. Simply press TAB at the end of a Spell/Power and type the following:
a.) "Left" - Unless otherwise specified, the spell will always default to your left hand, regardless of the "Default Hand" setting
b.) "Right" - Same as above, but for the Right hand
c.) "Both" - Same as above, but for both hands
d.) "Cast" - Applies to both Spells and Powers. This will auto-cast the item unless otherwise specified
e.) "Ignore" - This applies to Powers. This will ensure the power is NEVER auto-cast. Even if you say "Cast" or have "Auto-Cast Powers" enabled
(NOTE there is a TAB, not space, between "Skyrim.esm" and "Left")
7.) Option to require a hand selector "Left, "Right", "Both", or "Cast" when equipping a spell. This is found in Plugins\DBU\Settings.txt
8.) Read the "Change Log" for more details on the update!
How to Equip a Spell/Power:
1.) Say the name of any spell you have in your sp
Dragonborn Unlimited (DBU) is a VR mod for Skyrim that replaces menu navigation with voice commands, allowing you to equip spells and use shouts by speaking their names. With 470 endorsements and 73,192 downloads, it's a popular tool for immersive VR play.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 470 endorsements and over 73k downloads
- Makes VR Skyrim way more immersive—no more pausing to fiddle with menus
- Voice commands for spells and shouts feel natural in VR
⚠️ Cons
- Requires a decent microphone and quiet room—voice recognition can be finicky
- Only covers spells and shouts so far; other menu actions might still need manual input
- Last updated in early 2023, so might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim VR updates
For VR Skyrim players who want to feel like a true Dragonborn, shouting and casting without breaking immersion. If you're tired of menu diving in VR, this is a game-changer. Skip if you prefer traditional controls or don't have a reliable mic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure your microphone is properly calibrated in Windows before launching Skyrim VR
- Start with a few spells and shouts to train the voice recognition—it learns your voice
- Use a headset mic for best results; background noise can cause misrecognition
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- zbigdogz
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 73,192
- Endorsements
- 470
- Category
- VR
- Created
- 10/20/2019
- Updated
- 2/5/2023
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