Bomb Won't Explode in the Air
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #95 of 243 Gameplay Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
What's the purpose?
While seeking ideas for the next project, I was messing around with the bomb range until I noticed bombs exploding in the air. I find it strange some kinds have a fuse time but detonate on impact, though. The truth is, it was scripted to always explode when it reaches the maximum thrown range.
This mod changes many conditions so the bombs properly explode at contact with the enemy or environment:
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[]Explode at surface of water[/]
[]Explode on impact or when hitting something.[/]
[]Cluster bombs always explode before being separated into fragments.[/]
Video showcase:
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4. 04 Next-Gen compatible!
Installation
For newcomers/beginners: I invite you to reading The Tome of Witcher 3 Modding
0 DON'T USE VORTEX!!
1. Use Witcher 3 Mod Manager, or extract the files in your "Mods" folder of the game's directory, Witcher 3 Wild Hunt GOTY Edition.
2. Launch Script Merger and merge the script if it conflicts.
How to uninstall?
Delete the folder "modNoBombExplodeAir".
Compatibility and Conflict
Reminder: Next-Gen compatible!
This is a script mod that only affects the following file:
- scripts\game\gameplay\items\throwables\petards\petard.ws
Recommended Mod
Below is the list of mods I recommend with mine:
- Manual Bomb Aiming : Most Recommended. Change the bomb visor to better aim.
- Ard Bombs : Most Recommended. Change the visual of the bombs alongside restored bombs.
- Balanced Damage and Scaling : Among the changes, buff bomb damage.
- More Reasonable Damage : Among the changes, buff skills relative to bombs.
- Selected Bomb for Monster Nests : Lets you choose which bomb to explode the nest with.
My other Mod
The Witcher 1 Enhanced Editions
The Witcher 2 Assassin of King
The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt
Special Thanks
rejuvenate7, Fufec and Stechus Kaktus for the help with the thumbnail.
TheRealArdCarraigh for making Ard Bombs, it's what I used for the bomb visual in the thumbnail.
Tools used: Visual Studio Code (with WIDE extension)
Andrzej Sapkowski (Author) and CD Projekt Red (Game Studio) for the creation of The Witcher universe.
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A simple gameplay tweak that makes bombs detonate only on impact with a surface, preventing mid-air explosions. With 113 endorsements and 22,644 downloads, it's a niche fix for players who find airbursts unrealistic or frustrating. Last updated July 2026, it remains a lightweight option for those seeking more predictable bomb behavior.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Simple and effective: removes the frustration of bombs exploding prematurely mid-air.
- Community-tested with 113 endorsements and over 22k downloads.
- No extra dependencies—just drop it in and play.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 113 endorsements—might be a niche preference, not for everyone.
- No detailed description or documentation provided by the author.
- Potential compatibility issues with other mods that alter bomb behavior—test before adding to a big modlist.
For players who hate when bombs explode before reaching their target, especially in chaotic fights. If you prefer tactical, ground-impact explosions over airbursts, this is for you. Skip if you enjoy the chaos of mid-air detonations or use mods that rely on them.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod file in your game's mod folder (e.g., Data or Mods) and ensure it's active in your mod manager.
- If you use other bomb-related mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes take priority.
- Test in a sandbox or creative mode to see how it affects different bomb types before committing to a playthrough.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Lewis Elementary
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 22,644
- Endorsements
- 113
- Category
- Gameplay Changes
- Created
- 10/30/2025
- Updated
- 7/1/2026
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