Aard Knockdown tweak
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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
- 👍 5.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #21 of 36 Signs mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
-= About =-
If you're like many out there who are enjoing a New Game+ with Scaling Enemies turned on, you might have noticed that once you start facing level 70+ enemies, they stop getting knocked down by Aard - Instead, they just back off a little bit and stagger for a moment.
And if you're like me, who thinks it doesn't make sense to get essentially weaker/less effective on your endgame - Or if you just want a badass OP Aard -, then this mod is for you.
This mod makes changes on the file knockdownTypeApplicator.ws.
Aard KnockDown Tweak is a simple mod that makes it
possible to knock down creatures above level 70
-= Versions =-
Available today, on the following versions:
modAardKnockFix
- Normally knockable creatures are now also knockable if over level 70.
modAardKnockShield
- All the features above, plus:
- You can knock every enemy holding a shield.
modAardKnockAll
- All the features above, plus:
- Big creatures are knockable;
- Aard can knock down at any sign intensity.
This feature allows the knocking of certain big creatures like Werewolves and Katakans. Many creatures like bosses and giants are still invulnerable to knock down.
-= Installation =-
Simply unpack the desired version into your Witcher 3\Mods folder.
Aard Knockdown tweak by Kowgan removes the level cap that prevents Aard from knocking down enemies above level 70 in The Witcher 3. With 511 endorsements and nearly 10,000 downloads, it's a simple, focused fix for players who want more consistent crowd control in late-game encounters.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (511 endorsements) and well-downloaded (9,608 downloads) for a niche tweak.
- Directly addresses a frustrating late-game limitation, making Aard viable against high-level enemies.
- Easy to install and uninstall—just drop it in and go.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019—may not be compatible with the latest game version or other mods that alter Aard.
- Only affects knockdown; if you're looking for broader sign rebalancing, this won't help.
- No documentation or compatibility notes provided by the author.
For Witcher 3 players who rely on Aard in combat and hate seeing it fail against high-level enemies. Perfect for those who want a simple, no-frills fix without overhauling the sign system. Skip if you want more comprehensive sign changes or play on a heavily modded setup where compatibility could be an issue.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2, install this mod through the manager to keep your mod list organized.
- Since this mod modifies Aard's behavior, test it on a high-level enemy (like a level 70+ human) to confirm the knockdown works as intended.
- If you have other mods that alter Aard or sign stats, load this mod after them to ensure its changes take priority.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Kowgan
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 9,608
- Endorsements
- 511
- Category
- Signs
- Created
- 6/23/2019
- Updated
- 6/23/2019
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