Realistic Recoil
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #75 of 531 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Realistic Recoil improves several aspects of weapon recoil. 2 versions are available.
This mod disables achievements. (Use this mod to avoid that)
Features
Both versions:
- Weapons no longer re-center after shooting (no snapback after weapon recoil)
Base version only:
- Increased weapon recoil of hunting rifles, rocket launchers, sniper rifles, and shotguns.(and similar weapons)
Installation Instructions
- Install with your preferred Mod Manager (Vortex, MO2)
This mod was made for my modlist Odyssey - A True RPG
Realistic Recoil is a gameplay mod that improves weapon recoil mechanics, offering two versions for players to choose from. With 350 endorsements and over 116,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for those seeking more realistic gunplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 350 endorsements
- Massive download count (116,286) shows real demand
- Two versions give you options to pick your preferred feel
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated April 2026—check if it works with your current game version
For players who want more realistic weapon handling and are tired of vanilla recoil patterns. If you're a modder or enjoy tweaking gunplay, this is a must-try. Skip if you prefer arcade-style shooting or want a mod with detailed documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since there are two versions, try one and if it feels off, switch to the other—no need to reinstall the whole mod.
- Check the mod's comments section for user feedback on which version feels better for different weapon types.
- If you're using other gameplay mods, test Realistic Recoil in a separate save to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Ixion XVII
- Version
- 1.10
- Downloads
- 116,286
- Endorsements
- 350
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/22/2023
- Updated
- 4/28/2026
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