Horizons UI Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #121 of 165 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
BIG NOTE RIGHT NEAR THE TOP OF THE PAGE
From version 1. 3, I have separately published a reskin for TrueHUD. It's not identical to the original, but it's stylisticly close and works with TrueHUD's scalable attribute bars. You can get it here.
Description
Horizons UI is a comprehensive replacer for the user interface and the in-game HUD. As the name hints at, it was originally inspired by the Horizon Zero Dawn UI, but throughout development the appearance moved towards a more somber and darker theme which is perhaps more fitting with Skyrim and generally more compatible with other mods. But the original influence can still be seen most notably in the button art and grunge-paint textures.
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[]Reskin of skyUI menus, SkyHUD, dialogue interface, and dynamic Main Menu (as seen in Horizons Main Menu Overhaul)
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]Modular install, and transparent options for many menus to support unpaused menu gameplay and/or personal preference.[]Patches included for Extended UI skills menu, MoreHUD, MoreHUD IE, Oblivion Loading Screens, UIExtension's Wheelmenu, Quick Loot RE, SunHelm, Extended Hotkey System, Compass Navigation Overhaul
[]Incorporates QoL improvements including 60fps menus, Better Messagebox Controls, removed QuickSave from system menu and flashing savegame fix, and extra selectable columns in inventory - such as Total Weight, Material etc. See Credits for the original mods which these features have benefitted from.
Ultra-Widescreen patch
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[]21:9 resolution patch available in optional files
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]Replaces/overwrites several of the menus in the main file with widescreen-compatible versions. FOMOD installer to match the main file so you can continue to pick and choose. If a menu is not included, it's because my testing suggests it works to a reasonable extent in it's original form...[]... a note that my 'testing' involves using Display Tweaks to trick my game into playing at a 2560x1080 resolution on a 16:9 monitor. My tests therefore might be incomplete, as I'm certainly not playing proper gaming sessions in that manner. Please do point out any issues you have with the patched menus or with the unpatched ones - we can consider this a work in progress.
Future Plans
[]Widescreen versions once any bugs are dealt with
[]Enderal extra menus
[]Rework HUD shout meter
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[]21:9 resolution patch available in optional files
Horizons UI Overhaul is a complete fantasy UI and HUD replacer for Skyrim, offering modular installation via FOMOD and optional transparent versions. With 813 endorsements and nearly 98,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a cohesive visual overhaul of the interface.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 813 endorsements and nearly 98k downloads
- FOMOD installer lets you pick and choose what to replace
- Transparent versions add a sleek, modern look
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in February 2023, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim updates
- As a UI overhaul, it may conflict with other mods that modify the same interface elements
- No mention of compatibility with popular UI mods like SkyUI, so you might need to patch or choose one
For Skyrim players who want a fresh, fantasy-themed look for their UI and HUD without diving into complex setups. If you're tired of the vanilla interface and want something more immersive, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're happy with your current UI setup or if you rely on mods that heavily customize the same elements.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install the FOMOD and easily select the modules you want.
- If you use SkyUI, check for compatibility patches or be prepared to test load order to avoid conflicts.
- Preview the transparent versions in-game before committing—they can change readability depending on your screen and lighting.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- rob18
- Version
- 1.3.3
- Downloads
- 97,930
- Endorsements
- 813
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 9/12/2021
- Updated
- 2/13/2023
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