Smart Aiming SFSE - Third to First Person (Updated)
🟡 Updated this yearThis mod was updated after the recent game update — it should work on the current version. (Starfield Update 1.16.244 – June 11, 2026)
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 7 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #246 of 531 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
SMΛRT AIMING - THIRD TO FIRST PERSON
Requirements
Starfield Script Extender
Address Library For SFSE Plugins
Description
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[]SFSE plugin that automatically switches to first person when aiming and back to third upon release.
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]Also comes with an option to switch to first person when drawing weapons, and third person when sheathing (disabled by default).[]Configurable, check po3_SmartAiming.ini in steamapps/common/Starfield/Data/SFSE/Plugins
Installation
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[]Install this mod inside your game directory: steamapps/common/Starfield/Data/SFSE/Plugins.
Credits
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[]Plugin source
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]powerofthree for the original. - ianpatt for Starfield Script Extender.
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[]Plugin source
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[]Install this mod inside your game directory: steamapps/common/Starfield/Data/SFSE/Plugins.
Smart Aiming SFSE - Third to First Person (Updated) is a gameplay mod for Starfield that automatically switches the camera to first person when aiming a weapon and returns to third person when releasing the aim. It is an update of powerofthree's original mod, compatible with Starfield version 1.13.61.0 and later. With 390 endorsements and over 30,000 downloads, it is a popular quality-of-life improvement for players who prefer third-person exploration but want precise aiming.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (30,075) shows it's a must-have for third-person fans.
- Smooth camera transition makes combat feel natural without manual toggling.
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says with no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires SFSE (Starfield Script Extender) which isn't mentioned in the description—you'll need to grab that separately.
- Only works with the specified game version (1.13.61.0+), so if you're on an older build it won't work.
- No config options mentioned—if you want to tweak the behavior, you're out of luck.
For Starfield players who love exploring in third person but hate the imprecise aiming. If you're a hybrid player who switches perspectives constantly, this mod saves you the hassle. Skip if you're a dedicated first-person purist or if you don't use SFSE.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SFSE installed and launch the game through SFSE's loader, not the default Starfield exe, or the mod won't activate.
- Check your Starfield version in the main menu—if it's below 1.13.61.0, update the game before installing.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- shad0wshayd3
- Version
- 5.0.0
- Downloads
- 30,075
- Endorsements
- 390
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 9/25/2024
- Updated
- 6/19/2026
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