HD Vanilla Tree Bark - ESRGAN AI Upscale

⭐ ⭐ (945 endorsements) 📥 188,782 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 7/3/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By The Community · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/3/2020 📅 Created: 7/3/2020
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #29 of 56 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Upscaled vanilla tree bark using AI to retain that lush mossy style. Covers all 4 tree types: Aspens, Pine, Snowy Pine, Heavy Snowy Pine.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

HD Vanilla Tree Bark is a visual enhancement mod that uses ESRGAN AI upscaling to improve the texture quality of vanilla tree bark while preserving the original lush, mossy aesthetic. With 945 endorsements and over 188,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking sharper environmental textures without altering the game's core look.

✨ Key Features

Upscaled vanilla tree bark textures using ESRGAN AI technology
Retains the original lush mossy style of the vanilla game
High community endorsement (945 endorsements) and download count (188,782)

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 945 endorsements and 188k downloads—clearly a go-to for texture fans
  • AI upscaling means you get crisp, high-res bark without losing that classic mossy vibe
  • Simple visual upgrade that keeps the game's original art direction intact

⚠️ Cons

  • Only touches tree bark—if you want overhauled textures across the board, this won't cover it
  • Last updated in 2020, so it might not be tested with the latest game patches
  • Potential conflicts with other texture mods that also modify tree bark—check your load order
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want sharper tree textures without straying from the vanilla aesthetic. If you're a purist who loves the original mossy look but wishes it were higher-res, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for a full texture overhaul or if you prefer more dramatic visual changes.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and install—no extra steps needed.
  • Place this mod lower in your load order than other texture mods to ensure it takes priority for tree bark.
  • Since it's a texture replacer, you don't need to start a new game—just install and load your save.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
The Community
Version
1.0
Downloads
188,782
Endorsements
945
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
7/3/2020
Updated
7/3/2020

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