Fix for the boss health bar in Friendly HUD (Classic and Next Gen)

⭐ — (32 endorsements) 📥 9,049 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 2/7/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Akatoshka7 · Bug Fixes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/29/2025 📅 Created: 2/7/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🧩 Script Merger — Witcher Script Merger Download ↗
2🔧 Community Patch — Community Patch - Base Download ↗
3📦 Friendly HUD Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #92 of 131 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

All my mods were made in OG (

1. 31/1. 32

game version), and then the changes were transferred to NG (

4. 04+

game version) scripts. I always post

two separate

versions in

one archive

if necessary. If there is only one version in the archive, it is universal. If the mod is only for OG, I will especially note this.

If you use a mod manager, you should repack the archive with the mod, leaving in it only what is suitable for your version of the game. Why don't I post separate archives? It's more convenient for me.

Description in English:

I really like the Friendly HUD and, in particular, the ability to turn on the usual health bar for bosses – I feel more comfortable this way. However, while playing through the game, I found some bosses ignoring this option. I was able to fix it.

This now works correctly for:

- Detlaff in winged form

- The Toad Prince

- The Ghost of Iris

Also added a bonus health bar display for skeletons summoned by banshees, because... why not?

Note: in fact, for this particular bonus, you don't even need to have a Friendly HUD – my fix won't cause any crashes without it, it just works only for skeletons.

Permission from the Friendly HUD author to publish has been obtained. Although, in any case, my fix does not use a single

symbol from the Friendly HUD code.

Installation:

Place the modFriendlyHUD_FixBossHealthBarOption folder in the Mods folder. Optionally use 'Witcher Script Merger' to resolve conflicts.

_____________________

Описание на русском:

Мне очень нравится Friendly HUD и, в частности, возможность включить обычную шкалу здоровья для боссов – мне так комфортней. Однако во время прохождения игры я обнаружил некоторых боссов, игнорирующих данную опцию. Я смог исправить это.

Теперь это правильно работает для:

- Детлафф в крылатой форме

- Принц-жаба

- Призрак Ирис

Также в качестве бонуса добавлено отображения шкалы здоровья у скелетов, призываемых баньши, потому что… почему нет?

Примечание: на самом деле, для этого конкретного бонуса даже не обязательно иметь Friendly HUD – мой фикс не вызовет никаких сбоев без него, просто будет работать только для скелетов.

Разрешение автора Friendly HUD на публикацию получено. Хотя, в любом случае, мой фикс не исп

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This small bug fix addresses the boss health bar display option in the Friendly HUD mod for both Classic and Next Gen versions. It ensures the normal health bar appears for bosses as intended. With 32 endorsements and 9,049 downloads, it's a niche fix for players using Friendly HUD.

✨ Key Features

Fixes the option to display the normal health bar for bosses in Friendly HUD.
Compatible with both Classic and Next Gen versions of Friendly HUD.
Lightweight bug fix with 32 endorsements and 9,049 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solves a specific annoyance for Friendly HUD users who want the standard boss health bar.
  • Works for both Classic and Next Gen, so it covers a wide range of players.
  • Decent download count (9,049) shows it's been useful to a good number of people.

⚠️ Cons

  • Very niche—only relevant if you use Friendly HUD and care about boss health bar style.
  • Last updated in March 2025—might not be updated for future game patches.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Witcher 3 players who use the Friendly HUD mod and want the classic boss health bar instead of the custom one. Skip if you don't use Friendly HUD or are fine with the default boss bar.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have Friendly HUD installed first, then drop this mod's files into your mods folder.
  • If you're using the Next Gen version of the game, double-check that you download the correct version of this fix.
  • After installing, load a save with a boss fight to verify the health bar displays correctly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Witcher 3 Mods
Author
Akatoshka7
Version
1.1
Downloads
9,049
Endorsements
32
Category
Bug Fixes
Created
2/7/2025
Updated
3/29/2025

🔧 How to Install Witcher 3 Mods

Download from Nexus.

📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Witcher 3 →

Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.

🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Witcher 3 commands, item IDs, and more.

Keep browsing — more Witcher 3 mods await

📋 All Witcher 3 Mods 🏆 Top 25 📂 More Bug Fixes 👤 More by Akatoshka7 🔎 Similar Mods 🌐 Best Bug Fixes (All Games) ⚠️ Fix Crashes & Errors 💾 Save Files 🔀 Check Compatibility ⚖️ Compare Mods 🆕 New Mods