Real Time Form Patcher (SFSE)
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⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 44 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description:
Real-time Form Patcher(RTFP) allows modifying game forms(NPC,Leveled lists, Form lists, Projectiles,Ammo, etc..) without of .esm or .esp files.
-Easy, very user-friendly syntax.
-Supports .esp and .esm.
-Specify form either by it's formID or EditorID(not available for all forms, po3 tweaks fixes that - Please refer to FAQ section below).
-Specify mathematical operations on values if required(Add,Subtract,Divide,Multiply).
-Custom filters which can be easily built and used in your config file.
-Supports modifying GameSettings without disabling achievements for the end user! You can also use mathematical operations on them.
-Very fast file processing using modern C++ features.
-Supports Gamepass version.(instructions are below in FAQ section)
For users:
Mod does nothing on it's own - it's a framework. You can download an example mod here.
You should put a config file to "Data\SFSE\Plugins\RealTimeFormPatcher" folder (but mod authors usually package it for you so you don't have to do anything).
For modders:
RTFP allows you to modify either:
-Particular form(Specified by form ID or Editor ID);
-Multiple forms;
-All forms of particular type with optional filters;
-Game Settings
Example 1:
SocialSkill_Duration|val(40)This line will set value of global variable named SocialSkill_Duration to 40.
Example2:
|speed(1. 2)This line will set speed of all projectiles to their values multiplied by 1. 2.
Example 3:
*proj_in_ammo(Starfield.esm~2B5598,Starfield.esm~2B5597,MyPlugin.esp~801)|grav(1000)This line will set gravity to 1000 to projectiles in Ammo45Caliber and Ammo50Caliber in Starfield.esm and Ammunition in MyPlugin.esp with formID of "801"
Example 4:
fFaceFXMouthAdjust,fFaceFXSpeechBlendInTime|3. 5
sCannotUseQuantumEssenceWhilePilotingShip|"Test"
sAutoLockPickNoPicks|"No digapicks in your inventory."
This line will set FaceFXMouthAdjust and fFaceFXSpeechBlendInTime GameSettings to value of 3. 5 and sCannotUseQuantumEssenceWhilePilotingShip to "Test". Also it will replace "No digipicks." text with "No digapicks in your inventory."
Real Time Form Patcher (SFSE) is a utility mod for Starfield that lets you modify game data and settings at runtime using config files, eliminating mod conflicts. It supports the Gamepass version and has strong community backing with 3,883 endorsements.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 3,883 endorsements and over 205k downloads.
- Runtime patching means no more overwriting files—conflicts become a thing of the past.
- Covers a wide range of data types, from leveled lists to NPCs, making it a versatile tool.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires SFSE (Starfield Script Extender) as a dependency, which adds setup complexity.
- Config file syntax has a learning curve—expect to read docs or tutorials.
- Last updated in October 2024—check for compatibility with the latest Starfield patches.
For Starfield modders who are tired of conflict resolution and want a cleaner way to patch game data. Perfect for those comfortable with config files and SFSE. Skip if you're looking for a plug-and-play mod—this one needs some setup.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure SFSE is installed and up to date before using this mod—it's a hard requirement.
- Start with simple configs like modifying a single weapon or NPC to understand the syntax.
- Check the mod's forum posts for examples and common pitfalls—the community has likely solved your issue.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- TommInfinite
- Version
- 1.26
- Downloads
- 205,785
- Endorsements
- 3,883
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 2/5/2024
- Updated
- 10/3/2024
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