XP32 Maximum Skeleton Special Extended - XPMSSE

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (244,209 endorsements) 📥 17.5M downloads 📌 v5.06 📅 11/1/2016
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Team XPMSE · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 2/11/2024 📅 Created: 11/1/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 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 ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #2 of 201 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Description

XP32 Maximum Skeleton Special  Extended  is the update of XP32 Maximum Skeleton Extended for Skyrim Special Edition..

Requirement

(no mod should overwrite XPMS(S)E, except when a mod author explicitly states it has to)

XPMS(S)E has with Version 5 now 3 different installer versions Minimal, Basic and Extended.

Minimal:

No requirements

Basic:

Fores New Idles in Skyrim or Project New Reign - Nemesis Unlimited Behavior Engine

Extended:

Skeleton Rigs:

- Fores New Idles in Skyrim or Project New Reign - Nemesis Unlimited Behavior Engine

XPMS(S)E Racemenu:

- Racemenu for SE/AE (Nexus) or Racemenu SE/AE (Patreon) (Early access to latest builds for first 3 days on Patreon)

XPMS(S)E MCM:

- Fores New Idles in Skyrim

Nemesis users:

XPMSSE - Nemesis - Papyrus Stack Fix and Optimised Scripts for XPMSSE These mod includes the changes for XPMS(S)E MCM to work with Nemesis and the later one fixes the co-save bloat the original XPMSE - Fixed Scripts mod causes. Don't install the Fixed Scripts mod if you want Proteus to work

Pandora users:

Pandora does not implement Alternative Animations, so XPMSE WILL NOT BE ABLE to change animations on the fly regardless of using Nemesis Patches or not.

Alternatives, you can try if you use Pandora:

  • []With the XPMSE MCM: OAR and Weapon Styles

    []As replacement of XPMSE MCM: OAR and Immersive Equipment Displays and Weapon Styles for IED instead.

- Racemenu for SE/AE (Nexus) or Racemenu SE/AE (Patreon) (Early access to latest builds for first 3 days on Patreon) )

Enhanced Character Edit\Vanilla users: extract the RaceMenu bsa and install only the nioverride.pex and the skee.dll/ini)

Recommendation when also using Simple Dual Sheath: Auto skeleton patch for XPMSSE Left Hand Sheath Rotation Fix patches also followers and mods based on XPMS(S)E

Installation

Use a Mod Manager with Fomod Support:

Mod Organizer or Vortex work for example

Uninstallation (completely):

- Set all XPMSE related sliders in XPMS(S)E MCM and XPMS(S)E RaceMenu Plugin to default. If you forget this you can use NetImmerse Override Cleaner SE to fix things but it might delete more than it needs to

- Uninstall XPMS(S)E in your mod manager.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

XP32 Maximum Skeleton Special Extended (XPMSSE) is the Special Edition update of the classic XP32 Maximum Skeleton Extended. It's a foundational animation framework that replaces the game's skeleton to enable advanced animations and compatibility with other mods. With over 244,000 endorsements and 17.5 million downloads, it's a must-have for Skyrim SE modders.

✨ Key Features

Updated version of XP32 Maximum Skeleton Extended for Skyrim Special Edition.
Replaces the default skeleton to support advanced animations and mod compatibility.
Massive community adoption with 244,209 endorsements and 17.5 million downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 244k endorsements—this is the standard skeleton mod.
  • 17.5 million downloads prove it's practically required for serious modding.
  • Regularly updated (last in Feb 2024) so it stays compatible with current mods.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires careful load order and compatibility patches with other skeleton mods.
  • Not a standalone mod—it's a framework, so you'll need other mods to see its benefits.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim SE modders who want to use animation mods, custom skeletons, or body mods that depend on XPMSSE. It's essential for anyone building a modded setup with advanced combat or movement animations. Skip if you play vanilla—this is purely a foundation for other mods.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install XPMSSE first, then build your mod list around it—many mods require it as a master.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to handle the file placement automatically.
  • Check the mod page for compatibility patches if you use other skeleton or animation mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Team XPMSE
Version
5.06
Downloads
17,528,428
Endorsements
244,209
Category
Animation
Created
11/1/2016
Updated
2/11/2024

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