Balanced Damage and Scaling

⭐ ⭐ (814 endorsements) 📥 60,085 downloads 📌 v1.5.5.2 📅 12/28/2022
⚪ Last updated 2024

By PhantumJak · Balancing

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 5/1/2024 📅 Created: 12/28/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🧩 Script Merger — Witcher Script Merger Download ↗
2🔧 Community Patch — Community Patch - Base Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #10 of 36 Balancing mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

by PhantumJak

Mod Summary...

Numerous damage-related fixes and improvements over the vanilla game.

  • []Simply makes combat a better experience while retaining the original intent of CDPR. Lightweight (NOT an overhaul!)

    Prevents Geralt from becoming too overpowered.

    • []Fixed the infamous "OP by level 25" experience. Geralt can still become quite powerful, just not to the ridiculous degree that vanilla allows.

      NOT a "makes the game harder" kind of mod.

      • []This mod respects your Game Difficulty of choice. While objectively some things are a bit more difficult, it's not to a degree that deviates from your difficulty preference.

        Improved "Enemy Upscaling."

        • []An option which can be toggled on/off in the game menu.

          []Enabling this option now allows you to challenge NPCs/Quests that are normally too high level. Go anywhere, do anything!

          Can be installed/uninstalled/re-installed at any time.

          • []Does not make permanent changes to your save file.

            Works immediately!

            • []No "do this to active the mod" sort of stuff.

              Ready for Next-Gen!

              • []Yes, this mod is updated to work with CDPR's Next-Gen patch.

                Lightweight.

                • []Compatible with a large number of mods!

                  Mod Details...

                  Fixed: Inconsequential damage (universally).

                  • []All attacks deal + of the target's HP, regardless of armor and other stats (exact value depends on the game difficulty chosen.) Harder difficulties will increase the HP% damage to Geralt, and decrease it against NPCs.

                    Fixed: Inconsequential damage (NPC level boosts).

                    []NPCs which are a lower level than 40% of Geralt's level will be boosted to equal 40% of Geralt's level, plus 10% of their original level. EXAMPLE) Geralt is lvl 50, a drowner is lvl 1. The drowner gets boosted to lvl 20. 

                    []This boost will result in "less" trivial ene

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Balanced Damage and Scaling is a balancing mod for 7 Days to Die that improves damage and NPC scaling for a more balanced experience. It includes an optional NPC Downscaling feature, allowing players to explore anywhere at any time. With 814 endorsements and 60,085 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a fairer challenge.

✨ Key Features

Improves damage and NPC scaling for a more balanced experience.
Optional NPC Downscaling lets you explore anywhere, any time.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 814 endorsements and 60k downloads.
  • Optional NPC downscaling gives you control over exploration difficulty.
  • Simple balancing tweaks that don't overhaul the game.

⚠️ Cons

  • No detailed changelog or feature list provided by the author.
  • Last updated May 2024 — may not be compatible with the latest game version.
🎯 Is This For You?
For 7 Days to Die players who want a more balanced combat experience without a full overhaul. If you're tired of getting one-shot by zombies or want to explore higher-tier areas early, this mod's optional downscaling is for you. Skip if you prefer the vanilla difficulty curve or want extensive customization.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since this mod adjusts damage and scaling, test it on a new save to avoid balance surprises.
  • If you use the NPC downscaling option, remember it affects all NPCs, not just zombies.
  • Check the mod's page for any updates or compatibility notes before installing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Witcher 3 Mods
Author
PhantumJak
Version
1.5.5.2
Downloads
60,085
Endorsements
814
Category
Balancing
Created
12/28/2022
Updated
5/1/2024

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