New Clouds

⭐ ⭐⭐ (9,854 endorsements) 📥 589,831 downloads 📌 v3.0 📅 9/29/2018
⚪ Last updated 2023

By Hyadum · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 3/30/2023 📅 Created: 9/29/2018
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🧩 Script Merger — Witcher Script Merger Download ↗
2🔧 Community Patch — Community Patch - Base Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #6 of 264 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod changes the light and heavy cloud textures used by the game in the main region with completely new ones. This is not an upscale or anything similar, these are completely new clouds. This is for all the vanilla lighting enjoyers and for any lighting mod that is not based on Toussaint clouds. (for that check out my New Toussaint Clouds ).

This new version I've managed to keep very close to vanilla style of clouds, so that they should not stick out that much between the non modded cloud textures used by the game (mostly the altocumulus and stripes cloud ones). The shading seems to be good enough for me to warrant a new release.

This time I've kept it as simple as vanilla with no mixed or different versions. There's a single file which has both light and heavy modded clouds. So it is easier for you and for me to keep track of.

It can be used in combination with New Toussaint Clouds, so that you'll have modded clouds both in the main regions and in Toussaint.

Here's a very quick showcase. I suggest installing the mod to check them out yourself if you like them or not. :)

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Old files names and explanation (pre 3. 0 version)

  • []MixedMoreNewClouds (in optional files): this one includes all the new textures ( yes, that means v1-v2 of heavy clouds and v1-v2 of light clouds). They're used in rotation with each emitter loop. I did this for my setup and decided to share it here. Along with the textures ( that DON'T replace vanilla ones) it also includes the following particle files : cumulus_layer_particles.w2p, cumulus_particles_big.w2p, cumulus_particles_big_shafts.w2p. If you want to use this version, make sure your lighting mod setup does not edit these files or does not use any DLC w2p files for the weathers you want my clouds to show up for. If it does, you'll most likely see vanilla clouds (and maybe no clouds at all, but that should not happen).

    []NewHeavyCloudsV1-V2 : newer textures that replaces vanilla heavy cloud textures. Only heavy clouds are replaced with this version. Choose which one you prefer, they're fairly similar.

    []NewSmallCloudsV1-V2 : replaces vanilla light cloud textures. Same as heavy ones, they're fairly similar, so again choose what you like more.

    []NewHeavyClouds (old version) : first version of the mod I had uploaded. I kept it in the old files, in case someone prefers that one.

  • MixedMoreHeavyClouds( old version) first mixed clouds that only change heavy textures. It does not replace vanilla heavy clouds.

    If you're looking for cloud textures for Toussaint, check out my mod New Toussaint Clouds.

    Daro Source for the amazing cloud shader on blender market

    AKBLT for his mod te

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

New Clouds by Hyadum replaces the light and heavy cloud textures in the main region of the game. With nearly 10,000 endorsements and over half a million downloads, it's a popular visual overhaul for players seeking more detailed skies. Last updated in March 2023, it remains a go-to choice for cloud texture improvements.

✨ Key Features

Replaces light cloud textures in the main region.
Replaces heavy cloud textures in the main region.
High community approval with 9,854 endorsements.
Over 589,000 downloads indicate widespread use.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (9,854 endorsements) — this is a proven visual upgrade.
  • Massive download count (589k) means it's been tested by tons of players.
  • Simple texture swap — no gameplay changes, just better-looking skies.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in March 2023 — might not be compatible with the latest game patches.
  • Only affects the main region — other areas keep vanilla clouds.
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want a quick, low-risk visual improvement to the sky without touching gameplay. Perfect for modders who value community-tested texture packs. Skip if you're looking for overhauled weather systems or cloud animations — this is purely a texture replacement.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a texture mod, make sure it loads after any mods that alter weather or sky meshes to avoid conflicts.
  • If you're using a mod manager, enable it and check the in-game sky in the main region to see the change immediately.
  • If you notice stretched or weird clouds, verify you have the latest version of the game and the mod.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Witcher 3 Mods
Author
Hyadum
Version
3.0
Downloads
589,831
Endorsements
9,854
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
9/29/2018
Updated
3/30/2023

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