Dark Mode for Mission Boards
⚪ 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.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #57 of 297 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I split this off as a separate mod from my Dark Mode For Terminals mod since the interface files for the mission boards don't rely on them. This way both mods won't break if a game update affects just one of them.
I've also included 60 and 120 FPS versions under the optional files section for those using relevant ui mods.
Installation
Please read this (https://modding.wiki/en/starfield/users/loose-file-modding) as there are a few quirks that have been coming up with installing mods for Starfield.
Manual:
Extract the contents into your Starfield directory. Depending on where you have the game installed, it should end up looking like
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\Starfield\Data\interface\missionboard.swf
If you haven't already, you'll also need to create a StarfieldCustom.ini in your documents folder
C:\Users\YOURUSER\Documents\My Games\Starfield\StarfieldCustom.ini
with the contents listed below:
bInvalidateOlderFiles=1
sResourceDataDirsFinal=
My Other Mods:
Dark Mode for Terminals -- This but for terminals
Paper Books -- Makes books look like they're written on paper
Recommended Mods:
Easy Read - Crafting Stations -- Dark Mode for Crafting Stations
Dark Mode for Mission Boards by animandan dims the bright mission boards in Starfield, making them easier on the eyes. It supports the Large Menu Fonts accessibility option, ensuring readability for all players. With over 1,000 endorsements and 86,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life visual tweak.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 1,002 endorsements and 86,000 downloads show it's a go-to fix.
- Simple and effective: just makes the boards less blinding, no gameplay changes.
- Accessibility-friendly: works with Large Menu Fonts, so it doesn't hurt readability.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects mission boards—other bright UI elements stay as-is.
- No screenshots or detailed install guide in the description, so you're flying blind until you try it.
- Last updated in 2023—might not be tested with the latest Starfield patches.
For Starfield players who find the mission boards too bright and want a quick visual fix. Also great for those using Large Menu Fonts who want to keep readability while reducing glare. Skip if you're looking for broader UI overhauls or gameplay changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, just download with the manager and deploy—no manual file placement needed.
- Make sure to enable the Large Menu Fonts option in the game's settings if you use it, so the mod works as intended.
- After installing, check a mission board in-game to see the difference; if it's still too bright, you might need to adjust your monitor's brightness.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- animandan
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 86,000
- Endorsements
- 1,002
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 9/18/2023
- Updated
- 9/19/2023
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