Tomato's PBR Whiterun (OLD)

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,085 endorsements) 📥 398,005 downloads 📌 v1.2.PBR 📅 12/8/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Tomatokillz · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/28/2025 📅 Created: 12/8/2024
⚠️ 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📦 Community Shaders Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #84 of 434 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Download my superior Whiterun here. 

Its is made with far more experience and attention to detail

Tomato's TruePBR Whiterun - For Community Shaders ONLY.

Requires Community Shaders with the PBR feature.

This will not work on ENB or Vanilla.

PBR JSON INCLUDED - RUN PARALLAXGEN

-Includes 3D trellis support (You need the mod installed)

-Includes SMIM Support

INSTALL ORDER (All optional and will work without):

Static Mesh Improvement Mod - SMIM

Assorted mesh fixes

Mesh Improvement Compilation

3D Whiterun Trellis

3D Trellis Improved - Gildergreen Plaza

- Then.. RUN PARALLAXGEN!

ENB VERSION HERE: Tomato's Whiterun - Complex Parallax Material - 2K 4K

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Tomato's PBR Whiterun (OLD) is a texture overhaul for Skyrim's Whiterun, upgrading the city's visuals with PBR materials for Community Shaders. With 1,085 endorsements and 398,005 downloads, it's a popular choice for players using Community Shaders who want enhanced, realistic textures. Last updated in July 2025, it remains a solid option for visual upgrades.

✨ Key Features

Upgrades Whiterun's textures with PBR materials for Community Shaders
Specifically designed for use with Community Shaders PBR
Popular mod with 1,085 endorsements and 398,005 downloads
Last updated July 2025

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge download count (398k) shows it's a go-to for PBR Whiterun
  • 1,085 endorsements from the community—people actually like it
  • Works with Community Shaders, so it's perfect for modern setups

⚠️ Cons

  • Marked as OLD—might be superseded by a newer version, so check for updates
  • Requires Community Shaders PBR, so it's useless if you don't use that setup
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim modders who run Community Shaders and want Whiterun to look more realistic with PBR textures. If you're using an ENB or other lighting mods, skip this—it's built specifically for Community Shaders.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have Community Shaders installed and set to PBR mode before adding this mod.
  • If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and enable—no manual file placement needed.
  • Check the mod page for a newer version if you want the latest updates, since this one is marked OLD.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Tomatokillz
Version
1.2.PBR
Downloads
398,005
Endorsements
1,085
Category
Models and Textures
Created
12/8/2024
Updated
7/28/2025

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