HD Portraits
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #42 of 119 Modding Tools mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod is a framework that may be required by other mods, but does nothing on its own. If you install it without a mod that uses it, nothing will happen. It is installed like any other SMAPI mod; by unzipping it into the Mods directory in your game folder.
To use different resolutions or animations, this mod requires a small amount of metadata, which can be provided by targeting the supplied game asset "Mods/HDPortraits" using a Content Patcher pack, or an equivalent IAssetEditor/Loader in c#. For c# modders, this mod also supplies an API that can be used to draw portraits, among other things.
All relevant information can be found on the github documentation. Additionally, you can find a template mod here.
HD Portraits is a framework for replacing NPC portraits with higher or lower resolution or animated versions. It has 12,128 endorsements and 464,617 downloads, last updated January 2023. This is a tool for modders and players who want to enhance portrait visuals in their game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (12,128 endorsements) — this is a go-to framework for portrait mods.
- Massive download count (464,617) proves it's widely used and stable.
- Flexible: lets you swap in higher-res or animated portraits, so it's not just a one-trick pony.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in January 2023 — might have compatibility issues with newer game versions.
- It's a framework, not a content pack — you'll need to find or make portrait replacements yourself.
- No detailed instructions in the description, so you'll need to dig into the mod page or comments for setup help.
For modders and players who want to upgrade NPC portraits with custom or animated images. If you're tired of blurry faces and want a solid base to build on, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for ready-to-use portrait packs — this is the tool, not the content.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's forum or comments for any required dependencies or load order notes, since the description is sparse.
- If you're using a mod manager, install HD Portraits first, then any portrait packs on top so they overwrite correctly.
- Test with a single NPC portrait replacement before adding many, to ensure the framework works with your game version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- tlitookilakin
- Version
- 1.3.4
- Downloads
- 464,617
- Endorsements
- 12,128
- Category
- Modding Tools
- Created
- 2/8/2022
- Updated
- 1/26/2023
🔗 Required By 6 Mods
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