Better Mines
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #167 of 531 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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What does this mod do?
Introducing the "Better Mines" mod for Starfield! Are you tired of those mines blowing up right in your face when you throw them near NPCs? This mod got you covered.
This mod fixes this problem by adding a slight delay to mine explosions. Now, when you toss a mine near an NPC, it won't instantly blow up and hurt you. You can throw the mine and quickly move to safety.
Say goodbye to frustrating accidents and hello to a safer mining experience. With "Better Mines," you can play smarter and handle combat situations more effectively. Take control of your explosives and explore the Starfield universe with confidence.
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How to install?
Install with your Mod Manager
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Better Mines removes the instant explosion of mines when thrown at enemies, giving players more control over placement. A popular gameplay tweak with 561 endorsements and over 51,000 downloads, last updated in June 2024.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 561 endorsements and over 51k downloads
- Solves a specific annoyance for mine users
- Actively maintained (updated June 2024)
⚠️ Cons
- May alter game balance by making mines more forgiving
For players who find instant mine explosions frustrating and want more strategic placement. Skip if you prefer the original risk-reward mechanic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the comparison GIFs to see the exact behavior change before installing.
- If you use other gameplay mods, test in a sandbox save to ensure no conflicts.
- Since it's a simple tweak, manual installation is straightforward—just drop the files into your mods folder.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Zzyxzz
- Version
- 2.0.0
- Downloads
- 51,695
- Endorsements
- 561
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 9/7/2023
- Updated
- 6/20/2024
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