Soft Shadows
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #83 of 108 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
SKSE plugin which dynamically adjusts the look of shadows depending on lighting conditions. Supports SE, AE and VR. Simplified and reworked!
Soft Shadows is an SKSE plugin for Skyrim Special Edition, Anniversary Edition, and VR that dynamically adjusts shadow appearance based on lighting conditions. It has 7,657 endorsements and 1.2 million downloads, last updated in August 2023. The mod is simplified and reworked for better performance and compatibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 7,657 endorsements and 1.2M downloads
- Works across SE, AE, and VR—covers all modern Skyrim versions
- Active maintenance as of August 2023, so it's up-to-date
⚠️ Cons
- Requires SKSE, so it's not for purists who avoid script extenders
- Visual tweak only; don't expect performance gains or new gameplay
For Skyrim modders who want better-looking shadows without overhauling their ENB or weather mods. If you're on SE, AE, or VR and already use SKSE, this is a no-brainer. Skip if you're on Oldrim or prefer a pure vanilla experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the correct SKSE version for your Skyrim edition (SE, AE, or VR) to avoid crashes.
- Load order doesn't matter much for SKSE plugins, but keep it enabled in your mod manager.
- If you use an ENB, test shadow settings together—this mod may interact with ENB shadow controls.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- doodlum
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 1,222,959
- Endorsements
- 7,657
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 9/4/2022
- Updated
- 8/1/2023
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