Nyghtfall - Dark Fantasy Music

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,701 endorsements) 📥 2.2M downloads 📌 v2.1 📅 8/4/2020
⚪ Last updated 2023

By Nyghttones · Audio

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 12/21/2023 📅 Created: 8/4/2020
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #19 of 67 Audio mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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COMPLETE TRACKLIST

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The newest version of this mod adds 7 hours of new and original music and "musicFX".

It features a generally darker, melancholic sound, while not feeling too different from the original soundtrack. The main goal of this mod however, is not to replicate the compositional style of Jeremy Soule (there are already mods which do a much better job in that regard), but to create and explore different moods and atmospheres to make Skyrim feel a little bit more different from what you are used to.

Includes location specific and general Exploration music (day, night, evening, morning), Combat, Dungeon, and Tavern Music, as well as Town specific music and more.

Below are a some of my newest tracks and a compilation to give you a good idea of the style of this music mod.

Some of the tracks are also available on Bandcamp, if you want to support my work. The newest tracks will be added there soon.

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For those interested: i have also uploaded the music files (from Version 1. 93) in wave format (look under Miscellaneous in the Files section) Feel free to use them for whatever you want, but please give credit if possible.

Some tracks from Nyghtfall are also available as a music mod for Starfield now, thanks to DinDisco

If you want you can also check out my Youtube and Soundcloud for new stuff.

Here is a tracklist including all the music tracks from version 2.o, click on a track to listen to it (the rest will be added with time).

Ambient

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[]Amb_Short_Dark_01[/]

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Nyghtfall is a comprehensive audio overhaul for Skyrim, adding roughly 7 hours of original dark fantasy music across 98 tracks plus palette music. It maintains a darker tone while staying close to the vanilla feel, offering a cohesive personal interpretation rather than a random compilation. With 4,701 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking atmospheric immersion.

✨ Key Features

Adds ~7 hours of original music, including 98 music tracks and palette music.
Features a generally darker sound that doesn't stray too far from vanilla.
Provides a new personal take on the game's soundtrack, not a random compilation.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge amount of content: 7 hours of music means you'll rarely hear the same track twice.
  • Community favorite with 4,701 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads—clearly doing something right.
  • Dark but not alien: stays close to vanilla so it won't break your immersion.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in December 2023—might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or other audio mods.
  • No explicit compatibility notes or patch list, so you'll need to test with your load order.
  • If you prefer the original soundtrack's exact tone, this darker take might not be your cup of tea.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a fresh, darker musical atmosphere without straying too far from the original feel. Perfect for those who've logged hundreds of hours and crave new audio variety. Skip if you're happy with the vanilla soundtrack or prefer a more upbeat fantasy tone.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this is an audio mod, make sure it's loaded after any other music mods to avoid conflicts.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily enable/disable and manage load order.
  • If you're using Skyrim Special Edition, check that the mod version matches your game version (SE/AE) to avoid issues.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Nyghttones
Version
2.1
Downloads
2,232,740
Endorsements
4,701
Category
Audio
Created
8/4/2020
Updated
12/21/2023

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