VikingsDoSwim

⭐ ⭐ (224 endorsements) 📥 8,102 downloads 📌 v1.4.1 📅 12/18/2022
🟡 Updated this year

By blacks7ardev · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 2/5/2026 📅 Created: 12/18/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ BepInEx — BepInEx framework Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #169 of 836 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

# VikingsDoSwim

"A simple mod that lets you configure Max Swim Speed at max swim skill level. Scales your swim speed, stamina regen and stamina consumption to your swim skill level. Adds a new diving mechanic that lets you swim underwater."

## Installation (manual)

- extract `VikingsDoSwim.dll` file to your `BepInEx\Plugins` folder.

## Features

- Configurable exp multiplier for swim skill.

- Idle stamina regen base on swim skill.

- Swim speed scaled by swim level.

- Configurable Max Swim Speed at Max Skill Level.

- Diving mechanic that lets you swim underwater.

- Uses ServerSync to sync configs from servers to clients.

- Uses built in config watcher.

- Joystick compatible tested with an xbox360 controller.

- Configurable underwater brightness.

- Configurable underwater fog density.

- Configurable through config file or

## How to dive?

- While swimming in the water press crouch/sneak key ( left control ) together with forward direction key ( W ) then use mouse to navigate to the direction you want to go.

- ( W + Left Control ) + Mouse.

- While holding W + Left Control you can dive down or up using mouse to navigate.

- If you release Left Control you can swim normally using direction keys ( W A S D ) but you can't dive down or up.

- Diving also uses your stamina so better prepare foods with lots of stamina or stamina potion.

- If you run out of stamina while underwater you'll take damage normally until your hp goes down and you'll die.

- If you run out of stamina or you just want to go back up quickly you can press jump key ( Space ).

- While idle in the water your stamina will naturally regen.

## Recommended Mod:

- If you want to use your equipment underwater or while in the water, use my  mod.. It supports all kinds of equipments vanilla or modded.

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

VikingsDoSwim is a gameplay mod that overhauls swimming mechanics by scaling swim speed, stamina regen, and stamina consumption with swim skill level. It also adds a diving mechanic for underwater swimming. With 224 endorsements and 8,102 downloads, it's a niche but popular choice for players seeking more realistic swimming.

✨ Key Features

Configurable max swim speed at max swim skill level
Scales swim speed, stamina regen, and stamina consumption to swim skill level
Adds a new diving mechanic that lets you swim underwater

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Adds depth to swimming with skill-based scaling
  • Diving mechanic opens up underwater exploration
  • Decent community traction (224 endorsements, 8k downloads)

⚠️ Cons

  • No detailed documentation or install instructions provided
  • Last updated Feb 2026 – may not be compatible with future game patches
  • Requires manual configuration for max swim speed, which might be confusing
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want swimming to feel more meaningful and skill-based, especially those who enjoy underwater exploration. If you're fine with vanilla swimming, this mod is optional, but if you want more control and realism, it's worth a try.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if the mod requires a mod manager or manual installation – the description doesn't specify, so read the mod page comments for guidance.
  • After installing, test swimming in a safe area to see how the skill scaling feels before adjusting the max swim speed config.
  • If you're using other swimming mods, ensure they don't conflict by checking load order or compatibility notes.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Valheim Mods
Author
blacks7ardev
Version
1.4.1
Downloads
8,102
Endorsements
224
Category
Gameplay
Created
12/18/2022
Updated
2/5/2026

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