More Shadows - DEPRECATED
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #17 of 264 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod is highly experimental and may contain some glitches so please do not expect that it works flawless.
Also check More Shadows for Toussaint here:
https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/2979
and True Fires here:
https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/4895
Enables shadow casting for some ingame lightsources (braziers, candles, lamps and torches) as well as tweaks shadow fade and autohide distances (a bit) for all adjusted lightsources. Compatible with the latest 1. 30 patch.
Greets to hodilton for the overview!
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Included light sources:
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[]braziers (4 variations)
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]lamps (4 variations)[]wall torches (3 variations)
[]long standing torches (2 variations)
[]Shrine of the Eternal Fire (2 variations)
[]candle (6 variations)
[]candle holder (4 variations)
[]candelabra (1 variation)
[]guard's torches
Known bugs:
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[]Patrolling guards have some weird shadowing (you can see this on Oxenfurt guards, use the alternate mod version if you do not like the effect)
[]Shadowless candles and minor shadows glitches in Witch Hunters fort (not possible to fix now) so you might want to disable this mod during "Count Reuven's Treasure" quest if it hurts you.
My other mods:
[]Additional Armor Stands
[]Additional Stash Locations
[]Alternate Lightsources Interaction
[]Colored Map Markers
[]Enemy Healthbar On Top
[]Long Journey - Extended
[]Instant Tooltips
[]No Herbs and Enemy Dots on Minimap
[]Quen Alternate Colors
[]Sort Everything
[][url=http://www.nexusmods.com/witcher
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[]Patrolling guards have some weird shadowing (you can see this on Oxenfurt guards, use the alternate mod version if you do not like the effect)
More Shadows is a deprecated visual mod for Skyrim that enables shadow casting for braziers, candles, lamps, and torches. Despite its age and deprecated status, it remains popular with over 9,000 endorsements and nearly 300,000 downloads, indicating lasting appeal for players seeking enhanced lighting realism.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 9,038 endorsements and nearly 300k downloads.
- Simple concept that adds realism to lighting without overhauling the game.
- Works with the classic light sources you encounter everywhere—braziers, candles, lamps, torches.
⚠️ Cons
- Deprecated and last updated in 2016—likely incompatible with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- May conflict with other lighting mods that alter shadow settings.
For Skyrim players who want more immersive lighting without a full overhaul. If you're using an older setup and don't mind a mod that's no longer updated, this adds a nice touch. Skip if you're on the latest version or use modern lighting mods that already handle shadows.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is deprecated, check if your Skyrim version is compatible before installing—older setups are safer.
- If you use other lighting mods, load More Shadows after them to ensure its effects apply.
- Test in a dungeon or city with braziers to see the shadow effect immediately.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- DJ_Kovrik
- Version
- 0.5
- Downloads
- 292,318
- Endorsements
- 9,038
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 8/7/2016
- Updated
- 11/13/2016
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