Not All Ores Are Created Equal - A Small Mining Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #131 of 139 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Changes the rate at which ores drop/how much ore is in each vein based off ore type
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
A compact gameplay mod that adjusts ore drop rates and vein sizes based on ore type, offering a small mining overhaul. With 154 endorsements and 10,240 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated tweak for players seeking more varied mining rewards.
✨ Key Features
Changes ore drop rates based on ore type
Adjusts the amount of ore in each vein by ore type
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 154 endorsements and over 10k downloads
- Simple concept that adds variety to mining without overhauling the whole system
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in March 2022, so may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Limited scope—only affects ore rates, not other mining mechanics
- Potential conflicts with other mining or loot overhaul mods
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a subtle tweak to mining rewards, making some ores rarer or more common. If you're looking for a full mining overhaul with new mechanics, this isn't it—it's a small, focused change.
For Skyrim players who want a subtle tweak to mining rewards, making some ores rarer or more common. If you're looking for a full mining overhaul with new mechanics, this isn't it—it's a small, focused change.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod file directly into your Data folder or use a mod manager for easy installation.
- If you use other mining mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes take effect.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes before adding it to your load order.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Janquel
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 10,240
- Endorsements
- 154
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 12/29/2020
- Updated
- 3/29/2022
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