STB No save and load in combat
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 SKSE Find it →
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
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #4 of 28 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A simple SKSE plugin mod that disables saving and loading saves in combat.
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
A lightweight SKSE plugin that blocks saving and loading during combat for Skyrim. Ideal for players seeking a more challenging, immersive experience by removing the safety net of mid-fight save scumming. Simple and effective, with 306 endorsements and recent updates.
✨ Key Features
Disables saving and loading saves while in combat
Simple SKSE plugin, no configuration needed
Lightweight and performance-friendly
Recent update as of April 2025
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (306 endorsements) and widely downloaded (229k+ downloads)
- Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just blocks save/load in combat
- Active development (updated April 2025)
⚠️ Cons
- Requires SKSE, which may be a hurdle for new modders
- Not for players who want to save scum their way through tough fights
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more hardcore, immersive experience and hate the temptation to reload after a bad decision. Also great for roleplayers who want consequences for their actions. Skip if you rely on quick-saving during tough battles or prefer a more forgiving game.
For Skyrim players who want a more hardcore, immersive experience and hate the temptation to reload after a bad decision. Also great for roleplayers who want consequences for their actions. Skip if you rely on quick-saving during tough battles or prefer a more forgiving game.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SKSE installed and launch the game through SKSE, not the vanilla launcher.
- Test the mod in a safe area first to confirm it's working before heading into combat.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install the mod through it to keep your load order clean.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- STB team
- Version
- 0.9
- Downloads
- 229,825
- Endorsements
- 306
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 4/25/2025
- Updated
- 4/25/2025
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