Simply Better Movement Speeds (SSE)
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #92 of 104 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mods simply adjusts the movement speeds to be more natural and believable.
Simply Better Movement Speeds is a lightweight gameplay mod for Skyrim Special Edition that adjusts character movement speeds to feel more natural and believable. With over 5,400 endorsements and 157,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a subtle realism tweak without overhauling the game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 5,422 endorsements and 157,302 downloads.
- Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just better movement.
- Last updated in 2019, so it's stable and battle-tested.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed patch notes or exact speed values provided, so you'll need to test in-game.
- May conflict with other mods that alter movement or animation speeds.
- Not updated since 2019, so potential compatibility issues with newer mods or game updates.
For Skyrim players who find the default movement speeds too fast or floaty and want a more grounded feel without a big overhaul. Perfect for immersion-focused playthroughs. Skip if you're happy with vanilla movement or want more dramatic gameplay changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- If you use other movement or animation mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes take priority.
- Test the movement speeds in-game and adjust your playstyle accordingly—it's subtle but noticeable.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Simtar123
- Version
- 5
- Downloads
- 157,302
- Endorsements
- 5,422
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/30/2016
- Updated
- 2/16/2019
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