Better out of LOS Sneaking
⚪ 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
- 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #192 of 531 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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What does this mod do?
Ever found yourself tip-toeing behind cover, only to have enemies hear you with seemingly superhuman hearing? Well, fear not, because this mod is here to level the playing field.
When you're out of your adversaries' line of sight, they usually shouldn't be able to hear you as if they've got bionic ears. But in the un-modded game, they often do, even when you're stealthily hiding behind walls or objects. That's where this mod comes in. It's your sonic silencer, making those enemies a bit less superhero-like in their hearing abilities when you're sneaking around out of sight. So go ahead, embrace your inner ninja and game on, without worrying about being heard around corners!
The base value of this setting is 0. 4, and this mod sets it to 0. 33. Which is the basic value other Bethesda games use. It makes sneaking a little bit more realistic.
How to install?
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The mod comes with 2 files you probably need. One main file and the StarfieldCustom.ini, if you don't already have one.
Game Folder
Move the content of the main mod folder, the SneakSoundLosMult.txt into your Starfield folder, where your Starfield.exe is located.
Example: X:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Starfield
If you are a Vortex user, it should work automatically.
Move the content of the "Better out of LOS Sneaking - StarfieldCustom.ini" download, the StarfieldCustom.ini into your X:\Users\yourUserName\Documents\My Games\Starfield folder
Important If you are already using a mod, which comes with a StarfieldCustom.ini make sure you correct the ini file like this.
sStartingConsoleCommand=bat SneakSoundLosMult; bat LessSpongyEnemies; fov 100;
If you notice, that some other text files with game changing settings no
This gameplay mod for Skyrim reduces enemy hearing accuracy when you're hidden behind obstacles, making stealth more forgiving. It's for players who find enemy detection too sharp when out of sight. With over 1,000 endorsements, it's a popular tweak for stealth-focused playthroughs.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,017 endorsements and 41,000 downloads
- Directly addresses a common stealth frustration—enemies hearing you through walls
- Lightweight tweak that doesn't overhaul the whole stealth system
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in September 2023—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim patches
- No detailed documentation on how the hearing reduction is calculated
- Only affects hearing, not other detection factors like line of sight or light
For stealth archers and sneaky thieves who hate getting caught when they're clearly hidden behind a wall. If you want a more forgiving stealth experience without overhauling the entire system, this is for you. Skip if you prefer hardcore stealth where enemies have superhuman senses.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Install with a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep your load order clean.
- Place this mod after other stealth overhauls in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
- Test in a dungeon with enemies behind walls to see the difference in detection.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Zzyxzz
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 41,007
- Endorsements
- 1,017
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 9/3/2023
- Updated
- 9/3/2023
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