Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (44,384 endorsements) 📥 1.9M downloads 📌 v0.2b 📅 9/23/2017
⚪ Last updated 2017

By Gopher · User Interface

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 10/4/2017 📅 Created: 9/23/2017
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #74 of 141 User Interface mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

What is iHUD?

The aim of iHUD is to provide the immersive feel you get from having no HUD, whilst keeping the usefulness of having one. It takes the permanantly visible HUD elements such as compass and crosshair, and hides them when not needed. Hence the motto:

HUD when you need. HIDE when you don't.

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Important

This mod requires SKSE64.

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What does it let you do?

1. Toggle the compass with the 'x' key. You can change this through the MCM settings or by going to console and typing 'set iHUDKey to X' where X is the numerical scancode for the key.

2. The crosshair is only visible when using a ranged weapon/staff or a spell, or when hovering over an activatable item.

3. Allows you to change the transparancy of the compass and crosshair seperately (see video).

4. Floating quest markers only visible when the compass is visible (see video).

5. Allow you to remove the sneak meter, but keep the crosshair when using bow, staff or spell (see video).

6. Speeds up how fast the magicka, health and stamina bars disappear once you regain 100%.

Installation

1. Click the Download with Manager button in the files section to download to NMM.

2. Activate the mod from the mods tab.

Or if you prefer to manually install, just download the file and extract the files into the data folder. Make sure you check the iHUD.esp in you load order.

Makes sure you have SKSE64 installed.

Updating from a previous version

1) Deactivate the previous version

2) Activate the new version. Simple as that.

Un-Installation

1. Deactivate the mod in NMM.

2. If you load your game and the compass is not visible, close the game and open up the SkyrimPrefs.ini file and make sure bShowCompass is set to 1.

Credits

This mod would not be possible without the help and work of the SkyUI modding community, especially Schlangster, Kratos and Mardoxx.

Also credit to the SKSE64 team for making SKSE64.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition by Gopher is a Skyrim Special Edition mod that lets you toggle the HUD on demand, hiding it when you want full immersion and showing it when needed. With 44,384 endorsements and 1.9 million downloads, it's a highly popular quality-of-life tool for players who want a cleaner screen without losing functionality.

✨ Key Features

Toggle HUD visibility on demand, showing it only when you need it.
Designed for Skyrim Special Edition, providing immersion without sacrificing usability.
Highly endorsed with 44,384 endorsements and 1.9 million downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Massive community trust: 44,384 endorsements and 1.9M downloads—this is a proven must-have.
  • Simple concept, perfect execution: hide the HUD for screenshots and immersion, bring it back with a hotkey.
  • Works great with other UI mods—it's a staple in most load orders.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2017—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim SE patches or other UI mods.
  • Requires SKSE64 for full functionality, which isn't mentioned in the description—a hidden dependency.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim SE players who want a cleaner, more immersive screen without losing HUD functionality. Perfect for screenshot enthusiasts, roleplayers, and anyone who hates a cluttered UI. Skip if you're fine with the default HUD or prefer a permanently hidden HUD.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install with your mod manager (like Vortex or MO2) and make sure it loads after other UI mods.
  • Check the mod's forum posts for the default hotkey—it's usually a single key press to toggle the HUD.
  • If you're using Skyrim SE's latest version, test the mod early in your playthrough to ensure no conflicts.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Gopher
Version
0.2b
Downloads
1,902,944
Endorsements
44,384
Category
User Interface
Created
9/23/2017
Updated
10/4/2017

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