Play As Skeleton
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #59 of 84 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod lets you replace the player models with any model in the game. It only really works with the skeleton models, anything else will just look messed up.
Fortunately, there are three skeleton models you can choose from, Skeleton, Skeleton_NoArcher, and Skeleton_Poison.
Unfortunately, they all look basically the same.
Fortunately, they are all smiling!
This is only cosmetic, and only local - other players will not see your bony magnificence.
You can change the model in the config file.
Config
A config file BepInEx/config/aedenthorn. PlayerModelSwitch.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 playermodelswitch 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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Play As Skeleton is a compact visual mod for Valheim that swaps the player model with a skeleton. It has 28 endorsements and 734 downloads, last updated in March 2021. The mod is simple and works only with skeletons, offering a fun cosmetic change for players who want to roleplay as the undead.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Easy to install and use—just drop in and go.
- Gives a fun undead look for roleplay or screenshots.
- Lightweight mod with minimal impact on performance.
⚠️ Cons
- Only works with skeletons—no other model swaps.
- Small mod with limited community traction (28 endorsements).
- Last updated in 2021—may not be compatible with the latest Valheim patches.
For Valheim players who want a quick cosmetic change to roleplay as a skeleton. Perfect for those who enjoy spooky aesthetics or want to stand out in multiplayer. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or more model variety.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your save files before installing any mod, just in case.
- If you're using a mod manager, install this mod through it to keep things organized.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other mods that alter the player model.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.1.1
- Downloads
- 734
- Endorsements
- 28
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 3/19/2021
- Updated
- 3/20/2021
🔧 How to Install Valheim Mods
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