Torches Cast Shadows SE

⭐ ⭐⭐ (7,461 endorsements) 📥 437,155 downloads 📌 v3.5 📅 10/29/2016
⚪ Last updated 2019

By Weetinte · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/18/2019 📅 Created: 10/29/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 7 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📦 SKSE64 Find it →
7📦 SkyUI Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #6 of 162 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Torches Cast Shadows

Change brightness, range or add shadows to your torch or

candlelight/magelight spell with MCM.

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FEATURES

  • []Torches, Candlelight and Magelight cast dynamic shadows if there are less than 4 rendered dynamic lights.

    []Candlelight spell toggle and/or Quick Light by pressing activation key.

    []Brightness and range customization.

    []Let NPC's cast dynamic lights (shadows).

    []Patch for Wearable Lanterns by Chesko: Let your front facing lantern cast shadows.

    []ALL above features are toggleable via MCM.

    COMPATIBILITY

    • []Wearable Lanterns by Chesko: Compatible (patch available)

      []Smoking Torches by artem1s: Compatible (patch available)

      []Enhanced Lights and FX (ELFX): Compatible (without its custom torch)

      []ELE: Compatible

      []Mods that alter Candlelight/Magelight: Might not be compatible

      []Light overhauls (such as RLO): Compatible as long as they don't add new dynamic light forms.

      []VRIK: Not compatible with holsters, but works as long as you equip it manually or through the favorites menu.

      REQUIREMENTS

      • []All Skyrim DLC

        []SKSE64 (or SKSE for Skyrim VR)

        []SkyUI (or SkyUI for Skyrim VR)

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Torches Cast Shadows SE is a Skyrim Special Edition immersion mod that makes torch, candlelight, and magelight spells cast shadows, with adjustable brightness and range options. It has 7,461 endorsements and 437,155 downloads, last updated in 2019.

✨ Key Features

Torches cast shadows
Candlelight spell casts shadows
Magelight spell casts shadows
Options for brightness and range

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (7,461 endorsements, 437k downloads)
  • Simple concept that adds real depth to lighting
  • Configurable brightness and range to fit your taste

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2019 — may not work with latest Skyrim SE patches
  • Requires SKSE64 and SkyUI for the MCM options
  • No official patch for AE or newer versions
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want more immersive lighting without overhauling the whole game. If you're tired of torches that don't cast shadows, this is a must-have. Skip if you're on the latest AE version without downgrade patcher.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install with a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to keep track of files.
  • Make sure you have SKSE64 and SkyUI installed first, or the MCM options won't show.
  • If you're on Skyrim AE, use the downgrade patcher to revert to SE for compatibility.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Weetinte
Version
3.5
Downloads
437,155
Endorsements
7,461
Category
Immersion
Created
10/29/2016
Updated
7/18/2019

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