The Art of Smithing - A Modular Ars Metallica Alternative
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #12 of 15 Crafting mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A collection of crafting mods that I originally made for Bethesda.net as a rebalanced and PS4-friendly alternative to Ars Metallica.
The Art of Smithing is a crafting overhaul for Skyrim Special Edition, offering a rebalanced and PS4-friendly alternative to Ars Metallica. It includes a collection of crafting mods originally made for Bethesda.net, with 548 endorsements and 19,472 downloads, last updated in October 2017.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 548 endorsements and nearly 20k downloads
- PS4-friendly design means it's lightweight and compatible with console players
- Modular setup lets you tailor the crafting experience to your playthrough
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches
- As an alternative to Ars Metallica, it may lack some of the features that mod has
- Potential conflicts with other crafting overhauls or mods that alter smithing recipes
For Skyrim Special Edition players who want a rebalanced crafting experience without the bloat of Ars Metallica, especially if you're on PS4. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive crafting overhaul with tons of new features—this is a more streamlined alternative.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's modular, install only the components you need to avoid unnecessary conflicts
- If you're on PC, use a mod manager to keep track of the individual modules
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility patches if you're using other crafting mods
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Aestherus
- Version
- 1.34
- Downloads
- 19,472
- Endorsements
- 548
- Category
- Crafting
- Created
- 8/4/2017
- Updated
- 10/20/2017
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