MadSkillz
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #14 of 46 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
MadSkillz
Allows you to activate any number of skills without using a skill slot (the skills that grant passive bonuses will not give that bonuses when activated without slot).
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1. Installation
Make a backup copy of your save game folder before using any mods!
Unpack archive to the <game_installation_dir>/mods folder (steam path example: D:\Steam\SteamApps\common\The Witcher 3\mods). If mods folder doesn't exist, create it.
2. Old save games.
Mod may be used with an old save games. After installing this mod you can continue to play save games made before mod installation.
3. Usage
To activate skill without slot usage just place a desired skill in any skill slot and then remove it. Now you can place in that skill slot any other skill and desired skill remains active.
To deactivate skill just place it in any skill slot again and then remove it. Skill became inactive.
4. Tech information
This mod contains modified version of scripts\game\gameplay\ability\PlayerAbilityManager.ws from game version v. 1. 08. So it may be incompatible with other versions of the game.
Mod can be removed just by deleting modMadSkillz folder from <game_installation_dir>/mods folder (after a few tests there wasn't found any glitches in saved games after mod removal but it's still not recommended to do so).
5. Troubleshooting
In case of the compilation errors try this solution (thanks Frigus1 and newfy69). For game version 1. 10 try a file in the misc section called "Witcher 3 script sources for players having problems with compiling any mods" unzip this file into your "<Path To The Witcher 3>\content\content0\" folder and it should fix the general error.
Enjoy and comment if you want info or have problems. Remember to endorse if it works for you!
MadSkillz by Zur13 lets you activate any number of skills without consuming a skill slot. It's a simple QoL mod for players who want more active skills simultaneously. With 2,242 endorsements and 55,363 downloads, it's a popular choice, though it hasn't been updated since 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite (2,242 endorsements) — clearly fills a need.
- Removes a frustrating limitation, letting you run more skills at once.
- Lightweight and focused — does one thing and does it well.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may be outdated for current game versions.
- No documentation on potential conflicts with other skill mods.
For players who want to break the skill slot limit and run more active skills without sacrificing build variety. If you're tired of choosing between useful skills, this mod is for you. Skip if you prefer a more challenging or restricted experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod is compatible with your game version, as it hasn't been updated since 2016.
- Test with a backup save to ensure no conflicts with other mods.
- If you use a mod manager, install manually to avoid potential issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Zur13
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 55,363
- Endorsements
- 2,242
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 8/20/2015
- Updated
- 8/30/2016
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