SSE Texture Pack - Osmodius

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (31,770 endorsements) 📥 1.1M downloads 📌 v1.3 📅 10/30/2016
⚪ Last updated 2017

By osmodius · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/10/2017 📅 Created: 10/30/2016
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #485 of 565 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

At long last Skyrim Special Edition is here. And to celebrate it, I am releasing this 2K texture pack. It covers almost all vanilla landscape textures and most of the cities. I have been working very hard on this project for 2 months now with what little spare time I have in-between work and stuff. It is not complete and does not cover everything. I have not touched the DLC textures yet, but I will continue to work on it and release updates whenever I can. I spend a lot of time on my work to make sure everything is up to my own personal standard, spending upwards of 20 hours on single textures sometimes. I will make a list of the things I plan on adding. Please give me some feedback, as I haven't had time to thoroughly test these textures in every part of SSE, which has different lighting than regular Skyrim. Keep an eye out for any bugs or oddities you may find. Give me some feedback on what you think of the project so far. I haven't uploaded screenshots of every new texture, mostly to save on time, so if any of you don't mind I would greatly appreciate it if you could upload some of yours.

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(Installation)

There is only a high quality version right now, which consists of 2K diffuse and 1K uncompressed normals. I haven't noticed any fps hit with it installed, but I have noticed slightly longer load times. This will depend on your machine.

IF YOU ARE UPGRADING TO 1. 2 FROM A PREVIOUS VERSION, UNINSTALL THE PREVIOUS VERSION FIRST!

Big thanks to Anvar for porting this mod over to XB1 for me.

I have released my Imperial Forts textures as a standalone mod, as well as in the 1. 2 update of this mod.  You can find the standalone Imperial Forts mod here   -   http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/5572?

I highly recommend using NMM to install, because if you just install manually it can become very difficult and time consuming to remove the files by hand if you want to uninstall.

DO NOT RUN A TEXTURE OPTIMIZING TOOL SUCH AS "DDSOPT" ON THIS MOD, YOU WILL DESTROY THE QUALITY.

(Compatibility)

This is a texture mod and it will conflict with other mods that change the same textures. So if you want my textures to appear over other ones, install mine last and overwrite the ones before it.

(Changelog)

Update 1. 1

-The Riften pack is here! Also made a few tweaks so heres the list of those.

-Revamped the snowrocks texture, which was also missing a normal map because I named the original one incorrectly.

-Darkened the pineforest and fieldgrass textures so they weren't too bright at midday.

-Fixed the fallforestgrass texture that created a big transition seam in Riften.

-Added some dirt to the tundra rocks in the grassy area around Whiterun, they were too clean originally.

Update 1. 2

-The Imperial Forts pack is h

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A 2K texture overhaul for Skyrim Special Edition, covering landscapes and cities. With over 31,000 endorsements and 1.1 million downloads, it's a popular choice for visual upgrades. Still a work in progress, with the author promising continued support.

✨ Key Features

High-resolution 2K textures for landscapes and cities.
Over 31,000 endorsements and 1.1 million downloads.
Actively developed with continued updates promised.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 31,770 endorsements and 1.1M downloads.
  • Covers both landscapes and cities for a cohesive visual upgrade.
  • 2K resolution balances quality and performance for most rigs.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2017 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches.
  • Still a work in progress, so some areas may be incomplete.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim Special Edition players who want a solid, all-in-one texture upgrade without diving into complex mod setups. If you're after a quick visual boost and trust a proven mod, this is for you. Skip if you need ultra-4K textures or want modular control over each texture set.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Place this mod early in your load order to let other mods overwrite specific textures if needed.
  • Check the mod's Posts section for community patches or compatibility notes with other texture mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
osmodius
Version
1.3
Downloads
1,147,315
Endorsements
31,770
Category
Models and Textures
Created
10/30/2016
Updated
1/10/2017

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