Freedom of Skill - No Skill Restriction
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #20 of 46 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Video showcase: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCpFnU5FjjU
Made with Patch 1. 10 + Hearts of Stone! Requires New Start! (currently doesn't work with HOS new start) UPDATE: Added an alternate file that gives you 3 points per level! Removes the "Points required in this branch" limitation when learning skills. You can build your character freely even at low levels.
Unlike other balancing mods, this mod ONLY unlocks the skill restriction. This does NOT re-balance the enemies or Geralt stats.
Comments: I've used many combat tweak mods but they have certain balancing issues that can break the game later on. After starting a new game many times, I've made a conclusion; Vanillia is the BEST! However, I did like the flexibility of skill builds BCE provided, and decided to make a mod that only includes free skill learning.
The good thing about this mod is it solely changes "geralt_skills.xml" and contains no script, so you can use it safely in conjunction with other mods (as long as they don't alter the same file). This is my very first mod, and I had to learn everything from the start. Special thanks to realultimatepower for inspiring me!
Installation: Unzip "modnoskillrestriction" to your Mods folder. Use Script Merger if you're using multiple mods (But this Mod doesnt have any scripts).
Compatibility: This mod edits "geralt_skills.xml".
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Freedom of Skill - No Skill Restriction removes the 'Points required in this branch' limitation when learning skills. It's a simple quality-of-life mod for players who want to freely allocate skill points without being gated by branch prerequisites. With 831 endorsements and 22,929 downloads, it's a well-received utility mod, though it hasn't been updated since 2015.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 831 endorsements and over 22k downloads.
- Simple and effective—does exactly what it says with no bloat.
- Great for players who want to experiment with hybrid builds without grinding prerequisites.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015—may be incompatible with current game versions.
- Only affects the branch point requirement; other skill restrictions may still apply.
For players who find the skill branch point requirements too restrictive and want to freely mix skills from different trees. Also for veteran players who want to theorycraft unconventional builds without the usual gating. Skip if you prefer the game's intended progression system.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2015, check if your game version is compatible before installing—older mods may break with updates.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it manually by placing the file in your game's Data folder to avoid conflicts.
- Test the mod on a new character first to see if it works as expected, as it may not affect existing saves.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- mincartoon
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 22,929
- Endorsements
- 831
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 10/14/2015
- Updated
- 10/16/2015
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