Better Torches Next-Gen
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #10 of 243 Gameplay Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Ride your horse, cast signs, heavy attack, sail, block, parry and climb while holding a torch.
Better Torches Next-Gen lets you ride, cast signs, heavy attack, sail, block, parry, and climb while holding a torch. It's a quality-of-life improvement for players who want to keep their torch out during combat and exploration. With 3,796 endorsements and 354,429 downloads, it's a popular choice for The Witcher 3.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (3,796 endorsements) — this is a proven mod
- Massive download count (354,429) shows it's widely used
- Removes annoying torch restrictions so you can keep light in dark areas
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Only affects torch interactions — if you rarely use torches, this won't matter
For Witcher 3 players who hate dropping their torch to fight or ride. If you're tired of fumbling in the dark, this mod is a must-have. Skip if you never use torches or prefer gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place the mod in your 'mods' folder in the game directory
- If you use other gameplay mods, test for conflicts by enabling one at a time
- Check the mod page for any compatibility patches if you use script merger
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Phaz42
- Version
- 4.4.0
- Downloads
- 354,429
- Endorsements
- 3,796
- Category
- Gameplay Changes
- Created
- 12/15/2022
- Updated
- 7/19/2023
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