Weapon Switch Animation Fix - Behavior Patch Version
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #10 of 124 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description:
This behavior patch fixes a problem where the locomotion animation (movement animation) does not switch to the appropriate one for the weapon when switching to another weapon type while moving with the weapon drawn. This problem occurs with one-handed weapons, two-handed weapons, bows, crossbows, and unarmed (when something is equipped in the left hand).
There is already a mod that attempts a similar fix, but this one has the advantage of being more compatible with the animation replacer.
Requirements:
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[]Nemesis or Pandora
[
](optional) Weapon Styles - Draw-Sheathe animations for IED -- A patch is available to fix a problem where the animation is not applied to the left arm when switching weapons during movement when using Weapon Styles.Compatibility:
- Combat Gameplay Overhaul SE -- Not compatible, as CGO already contains a similar fix.
Installation:
Install with the Mod Manager and run with "Weapon Switch Animation Fix - Behavior Patch Version" enabled in Nemesis or Pandora.
Credit:
shikyokira for HKX Extractor and Nemesis
Monitor144hz for Pandora
GiraPomba for Weapon Styles - Draw-Sheathe animations for IED
A behavior patch that fixes locomotion animation not switching correctly when changing weapons while moving. With 1,057 endorsements and 425,381 downloads, it's a popular fix for a common annoyance. Last updated August 2024, it's a must-have for players who notice stuttery movement after weapon swaps.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved fix (1,057 endorsements) for a frustrating animation bug.
- Massive download count (425k+) shows it's widely used and trusted.
- Targeted fix—does exactly what it says, no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated August 2024—may not be compatible with future game updates.
- Only fixes locomotion animation; other animation issues remain untouched.
For players who notice janky movement animations when switching weapons mid-run. If you're a perfectionist about animation smoothness, this is a no-brainer. Skip if you don't care about minor visual glitches.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install—this is a behavior patch, so manual placement can be tricky.
- Check the mod's posts section for any load order notes, as behavior patches sometimes need to load after other animation mods.
- If you're on a version newer than August 2024, test in a safe area first to ensure no conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- illuke00
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 425,381
- Endorsements
- 1,057
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 8/2/2024
- Updated
- 8/2/2024
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