Grass Tweaks
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 80 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod allows you to change all sorts of grass and clutter settings in the game:
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[]Scale min and max multipliers, to increase or decrease the size, or just increase size variation
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]Amount multiplier to increase or decrease the density of grass[]Patch size, to change the size of grass patches
[]Distance, to tweak the distance from the camera to show grass (helps with pop-ins)
[]Shadow casting mode, to turn off grass shadows
[]LOD - I'm still not sure what these settings do, leave them alone if you don't either
Config
A config file BepInEx/config/aedenthorn. GrassMod.cfg is created after running the game once with this mod).
You can adjust the config values by editing this file using a text editor or in-game using the Config Manager.
To reload the config from the config file, type grasstweaks reset into the game's console (F5).
Technical
To install this mod, the easiest way is to just use Vortex, the Nexus Mods mod manager. It should take care of all dependencies.
To install manually, place the dll file in the BepInEx/plugins folder. You will need BepInEx.
Code is at https://github.com/aedenthorn/ValheimMods.
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Grass Tweaks by aedenthorn is a lightweight utility that lets you adjust grass settings in Valheim, either to boost FPS or enhance visual quality. With 695 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a community favorite for performance tuning.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 695 endorsements—players trust it.
- Simple concept: tweak grass for FPS or looks—no bloat.
- Actively maintained, last updated February 2025.
⚠️ Cons
- May require manual configuration; unclear if it works with mod managers.
For Valheim players who want to squeeze out extra FPS on low-end rigs or make the meadows look lusher. If you're tired of stuttering in the plains, this is for you. Skip if you're happy with vanilla grass or want a full graphics overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Back up your save before installing any mod, but Grass Tweaks is config-based, so you can revert easily.
- Check the mod's config file after first launch—you'll find sliders for density and draw distance.
- If you're on a dedicated server, make sure the mod is installed client-side only.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.4.0
- Downloads
- 18,438
- Endorsements
- 695
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 3/6/2021
- Updated
- 2/17/2025
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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🔧 How to Install Valheim Mods
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