Disable SoftLock targeting
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 👍 6.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #121 of 132 Tweaks mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod disables the soft lock targeting and forces attacks/signs to go forward (Aim with the camera), thus making the combat/targeting similar to the style in Witcher 2. Disabling the soft lock has the side effect of not having Geralt move towards the enemy he's attacking. Instead you hold down sprint while attacking to go further as is demonstrated in the video below.
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All changes in the code are located next to the commented-out originals, just search for "//DisableSoftLock".
The mod was made and tested on version 1. 11 of the game. Feel free to comment/message me If you have any suggestions or any issues arise.
Installing the mod is as simple as putting the modDisableSoftLock folder in your mods directory (located in the Witcher 3 installation directory, create it if it isn't there)
This mod modifies combat.ws as well as r4Player.ws
To use this mod with another mod that modifies those files you need to manually merge in the changes using a text editor. This should be a quick and simple process since all of my alterations are located just above the commented out originals. Just search for "//DisableSoftLock" in the files and copy+paste the line(s) that replaced the comments into the other mod's files. If you have questions about this or need help, feel free to post in the comments section.
Disables softlock targeting in The Witcher 3, forcing attacks and signs to go forward with the camera, similar to Witcher 2's combat. A niche tweak for players who prefer manual aiming over auto-targeting. 340 endorsements and 5,476 downloads indicate a solid following.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 340 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads
- Simple tweak that changes combat feel without overhauling the game
- Ideal for players who found Witcher 3's auto-targeting frustrating
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015, so it may not be compatible with the latest game version or DLCs
- Niche appeal: only for those who want Witcher 2-style combat; others may not notice a difference
For Witcher 3 players who prefer manual camera-aimed combat over the game's softlock targeting. If you enjoyed Witcher 2's combat or find auto-targeting annoying, this mod is for you. Skip if you're happy with the default targeting or want more substantial combat changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2015, check if it works with your game version (especially after updates or DLCs).
- If you use other combat mods, test this one first to see if they conflict.
- Back up your original game files before installing, just in case you want to revert.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- FoxHoundSWE
- Version
- 1.11
- Downloads
- 5,476
- Endorsements
- 340
- Category
- Tweaks
- Created
- 8/19/2015
- Updated
- 10/25/2015
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