Instant Mining
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #67 of 99 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Version 1. 2 fixes a bug that is only present on Skyrim Special Edition, whereby the mod would spontaneously deactivate itself and could not be reordered. Turns out Skyrim's in-game load order tool doesn't like masterless esp's.
Ugh. Mining. Tap. Tap. Tap. (Ore) Tap. Tap. Tap ... Infuriating.
This mod makes ore veins give up their contents immediately upon being activated, with no animation. The resources given are completely unchanged (3 ores, plus some chance of gems).
The No Tools version additionally removes the requirement that the player be carrying a pickaxe.
Also available on Bethesda.net: https://mods.bethesda.net/#en/workshop/skyrim/mod-detail/3010232
Works fine with Dragonborn (Stahlrim etc.) and Hearthfire (Clay and Stone).
Compatible with any mod that does not change the mining script (e.g. compatible with Glowing Ore Veins). Includes the fixes added by the Unofficial Skyrim Patch.
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Instant Mining removes the mining animation so ores are harvested instantly, similar to alchemy ingredients. It does not alter item drops and offers a version that eliminates the pickaxe requirement. A popular gameplay tweak with over 9,500 endorsements, last updated in 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community approval with 9,534 endorsements and nearly 300k downloads.
- Saves time and removes the tedious mining animation.
- Optional pickaxe-free version adds convenience.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so may not be compatible with the latest game version.
- No mention of compatibility with mods that alter mining or ores.
- Only affects ores, not other mining nodes like gems or clay.
For players who find the mining animation tedious and want to speed up resource gathering. Ideal for those who mine frequently and prefer a QoL tweak over realism. Skip if you enjoy the immersive mining experience or use mods that depend on the animation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use a mod manager, install the main file and the optional no-pickaxe version if desired.
- Check if the mod requires a specific game version, as it was last updated in 2016.
- Test in a new game or after loading a save to ensure it works with your current setup.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- toaDime
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 295,445
- Endorsements
- 9,534
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 11/1/2016
- Updated
- 11/2/2016
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