High-Res NPCs - Sarah
⚪ 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
- 👍 1.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #156 of 297 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
High-resolution 4K or 2K Hair and Beard textures for both character and NPCS.
Original texture files were mostly 1024 resolution. I have upscaled all of them to 4K and 2K resolution.
I also included a highly recommended 4K Face Details mod that upscales the small details on the face like pores, moles, etc.
WARNING:
Some users report their textures breaking when they copy and paste the following. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you manually type the following. Double check it is correct after doing so.
Installation:
Extract the .ba2 files to your Starfield \Data folder. ex: \steamapps\common\Starfield\Data
Then go to your C:\Documents\My Games\Starfield and create a StarfieldCustom.ini and add if you don't already have it
bInvalidateOlderFiles=1
sResourceDataDirsFinal=
sResourceIndexFileList=Starfield - LODTextures.ba2, Starfield - Textures01.ba2, Starfield - Textures02.ba2, Starfield - Textures03.ba2, Starfield - Textures04.ba2, Starfield - Textures05.ba2, Starfield - Textures06.ba2, Starfield - Textures07.ba2, Starfield - Textures08.ba2, Starfield - Textures09.ba2, Starfield - Textures10.ba2, Starfield - Textures11.ba2, Starfield - TexturesPatch.ba2
and then add the following lines separated by a "," TO THE VERY END OF THE LIST
sResourceIndexFileList=4K_Faces_Sarah - Textures.ba2
OPTIONAL Face Details Mod
sResourceIndexFileList=4K_Face_Details - Textures.ba2
After you add those to the list it should look like this. It needs to look exactly like this or it will not work.
sResourceIndexFileList=Starfield - LODTextures.ba2, Starfield - Textures01.ba2, Starfield - Textures02.ba2, Starfield - Textures03.ba2, Starfield - Textures04.ba2, Starfield - Textures05.ba2, Starfield - Textures06.ba2, Starfield - Textures07.ba2, Starfield - Textures08.ba2, Starfield - Textures09.ba2, Starfield - Textures10.ba2, Starfield - Textures11.ba2, Starfield - TexturesPatch.ba2, 4K_Faces_Sarah - Textures.ba2, 4K_Face_Details - Textures.ba2
NOTE:
Not working with Game Pass version as of now. The loose files work, but it would be about 25gb of loose files that would go into your documents folder. So I won't upload those.
Usage:
These mods are not for potato PC's as your VRAM usage will
A 4K AI-upscaled retexture for Sarah Morgan, one of Starfield's key companions. With 380 endorsements and 24,165 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting sharper visuals on a main character. Simple, focused cosmetic enhancement with no gameplay changes.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 380 endorsements and over 24k downloads
- Gives Sarah a crisp, detailed look that stands out in 4K
- Simple install—just drop-in texture files
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects Sarah Morgan, so other NPCs remain untouched
- AI upscaling can sometimes introduce artifacts or alter the original look
- Last updated in 2023—may not be compatible with future Starfield updates
For Starfield players who spend a lot of time with Sarah Morgan and want her to look her best in 4K. If you're a screenshot enthusiast or just want a sharper companion, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or overhauls—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you place the files in the correct Data folder (Documents/My Games/Starfield/Data) for the game to recognize them.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, you can install it with one click—just make sure it's enabled in your load order.
- Since this is a texture replacer, it won't affect your save file, so you can install or remove it anytime without issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- CnRJay
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 24,165
- Endorsements
- 380
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 9/5/2023
- Updated
- 9/17/2023
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