Earth Frozen
⚪ 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #147 of 297 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Mod Information
Changed Earth's horrible rocky surface to a Frozen Landscape. Main file contains trees, the optional file is without trees and flora.
Make backups of your saves incase of mod conflictions down the line, I wont be responsible for you breaking your saves.
Installation
Method 1: Install Plugins.txt enabler
and create a txt file in your C:\Users\Your Name\AppData\Local\Starfield folder. Add the text
# This file is used by Starfield to keep track of your downloaded content.
*EarthFrozen.esm
and save the file as Plugins.txt, then copy EarthFrozen.esm to your SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Starfield\Data folder.
Method 2: Download and use the latest Beta from the MO2. Make sure enable_plugin_management is set to true in the Starfield Support Plugin settings in MO2's settings.
Install the plugins.txt enabler mod and place EarthFrozen.esm in your SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\Starfield\Data folder. Make sure the esm file is ticked in Mo2 before launching, you may have to restart Mo2 after you change the settings.
If you are still struggling to understand how to install the esm, read the Plugins.txt enabler mod description for more details on how to load plugin files.
Earth Frozen is a visual overhaul mod that replaces Earth's rocky surface with a frozen landscape. It offers two file variants, one with trees and one without, giving players a choice in their visual experience. With 69 endorsements and over 26,000 downloads, it's a niche but popular choice for players seeking a cold, icy planet.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Nice touch for players who want a frozen Earth look
- Two options let you pick between treeless or forested ice
- Decent download count (26k) shows it's been tried by many
⚠️ Cons
- Only 69 endorsements — not a lot of people bothered to endorse
- Last updated in 2023 — might be outdated for current game patches
- No screenshots or detailed description, so you're flying blind on what it looks like
For players who want a quick visual change to Earth's surface, especially if you're into frozen or apocalyptic themes. If you're looking for a more comprehensive overhaul or gameplay tweaks, this isn't it — it's purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple file swap, just download the variant you prefer and drop it into your mod folder.
- If you're using a mod manager, you can preview the files before installing to see which one you like.
- Check the mod's comments section for any user screenshots or compatibility notes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Ainsy
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 26,190
- Endorsements
- 69
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 10/21/2023
- Updated
- 10/21/2023
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
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