Immersive Equipping Animations

⭐ ⭐⭐ (5,915 endorsements) 📥 2.0M downloads 📌 v2.02 📅 10/27/2022
⚪ Last updated 2024

By TheCyclist · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 1/30/2024 📅 Created: 10/27/2022
⚠️ 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
  • 🏆 #78 of 201 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Descriptions

  • []Animations for equipping/unequipping necklaces, helmets/hoods, cuirass/clothing, gloves and boots.

  • []Optional Follower Support (Requires Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID))

    []Auto save/load settings. (Requires MCM Helper 1. 4. 0+)

    []ESL-Flagged ESP.

    []Safe to install mid-playthrough.

  • []Even though i added both equipping/unequipping animations, i recommend you use only one feature.

    []See the compability part and Q&A below.

  • []LE Version is here.

    Requirements

    • []SKSE

      []FNIS or Nemesis - Run it after installing the mod. (Nemesis user who has updated engine before, no need to re-update engine. Just re-launch)

    • []SKYUI and MCM Helper - Required for mod configuration menu. Probably you already have it installed.

    • [] (Optional) Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID) - Required for NPC Animations.

      Recommended Mod

      • []Helmet Toggle - IED preset and animations by GiraPomba - Highly recommended If you use Immersive Equipment Display and Equiment Toggle 2.

        Additional MCM Localization

        • []Ukrainian

          Quick Video Preview

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          GIF Preview - Equipping Animations

          GIF Preview - Unequipping Animations

          • []Boots/Gloves/Cuirass animations are the same as equipping ones.
            • []You can move while equipping/unequipping your armors.

              []Except when you are wearing boots. Why? It doesn't make sense.

              Compatibility

              • []Compatible = Not buggy  Incompatible = Buggy

                []Compatible with most of animation mods. (e.g., Immersive Interactions, UNDERDOG - Animations, Book of Shadow or any idle animations)

                []Compatible with first person camera mod. (e.g., Improved Camera) - Untick the Force Third Person View in MCM

                []Compatible with Equipment Togglers. (e.g., Equipment Toggle 2, Dynamic Equipment Manager)

                []Compatible with Skyrim Souls RE.

                []Probably incompatible with mods that add animated dressing/undressing. (e.g., Animated Intereactions and Idle)

                []If you are using Animated Intereactions and Idle, turn off the i

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Immersive Equipping Animations by TheCyclist adds visible equipping and unequipping animations for necklaces, helmets/hoods, cuirasses/clothing, gloves, and boots, affecting both the player character and followers. With 5,915 endorsements and 2.0 million downloads, it's a highly popular animation overhaul for Skyrim.

✨ Key Features

Adds equipping and unequipping animations for necklaces, helmets/hoods, cuirass/clothing, gloves, and boots.
Animations apply to both the player character and followers.
Highly endorsed with 5,915 endorsements and 2.0 million downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 5,915 endorsements and 2.0 million downloads—clearly a must-have for many.
  • Covers all major armor slots, so you'll see your character actually put on their gear piece by piece.
  • Works for followers too, making the whole party feel more immersive.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated January 2024—might have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim version or other animation mods.
  • Animation mods can conflict with other mods that alter skeleton or animation behavior—test with your load order.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want to feel more connected to their character and followers by seeing them physically equip armor. If you're into immersion and roleplay, this is a must-have. Skip if you prefer fast-paced gameplay and don't care about cosmetic animations.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check for compatibility patches if you use other animation mods like FNIS or Nemesis.
  • Make sure to run FNIS or Nemesis after installation if required by your animation setup.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
TheCyclist
Version
2.02
Downloads
1,992,382
Endorsements
5,915
Category
Animation
Created
10/27/2022
Updated
1/30/2024

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