Super Turbo lighting Mod
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 264 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Working on 4. 0 !
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Description :
mimic the original art direction pre downgrade ( mostly the 2014 build ), this is the only purpose of this mod, it does not add anything or remove anything, this is not supposed to be " better " than vanilla, this is specifically made for those who preferred the original look of the game pre downgrade like me
Change-log:
3. 3:
- simple update to fix the crash, this is the same version as 3. 2 just ported it to the next gen version
-fixed fog during cutscene and in certain interiors
-velen has been re done
-removed lense flare from the sun and dirt flare along with it
-lense flare on fire sources is still there
-tweaks for skellige lighting and fog
-re done fog values and coloring for novigrad and velen
-many tweaks to vegetation lighting for novigrad and velen
-removed tonemapping during cutscene, now cutscene look exactly like normal gameplay
-re enabled projector lights during cutscene to avoid pitch black/dark environements
-projector lights behind geralt are still disabled during gameplay
-re done lighting in white orchade
-tweaks to cave lighting
-fixed some of the new Hos zones, support is limited
READ THE FAQ :
- How do you remove trees like in the video ?
- go to to your Witcher 3 installation folder then navigate to bin\shaders\speedtree\shaders_directx11 and move somewhere these 2 files : Branches_shadowcast_vs.fx11obj and Branches_vs.fx11obj ( thanks to KNG )
- How do you remove those trees in the distant mountains ?
- open the file user.settings and set MaxVisibilityDepth to 8 or 4
- What is this "ALT" version ?
- its velen lighting in novigrad, if you want a darker more foggy novigrad use that, thats the only difference
- how do i make my game look like your video/screen shot ?
- by default the game constantly change weather, i only use " clear " weather, so install debug console and type : changeweather(WT_Clear)
- what setting do you recommend ?
- everything ultra, and if you got a good machine try rising the vegetation lighting values in user.settings, you can use this guide http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/guides/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-graphics-performance-and-tweaking-guide#the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-tweak
Super Turbo lighting Mod by Essenthy is a highly popular visual enhancement for Skyrim, with 43,438 endorsements and 1.6 million downloads. It overhauls lighting across all zones, making it a go-to for players seeking a more atmospheric and dramatic look. Last updated in March 2023, it remains a staple in many mod lists.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community approval—43k endorsements and 1.6M downloads means this is a proven favorite.
- Simple concept: changes lighting across all zones, so you get a consistent visual overhaul without juggling multiple mods.
- Last updated in 2023, so it's relatively recent and likely compatible with current setups.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed description—you're flying blind on exactly what lighting changes are made, so you might not get the look you expect.
- No install instructions or requirements listed, so you'll need to figure out compatibility and load order yourself.
- Since it's a global lighting overhaul, it might conflict with other lighting mods or ENBs, and there's no guidance on that.
For Skyrim players who want a quick, all-in-one lighting overhaul without reading a wall of text. If you're tired of vanilla lighting and want a more dramatic atmosphere, this is a solid pick. Skip if you prefer granular control over lighting or use other mods that alter lighting extensively.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod changes lighting globally, test it in a few different zones (caves, cities, outdoors) to see if you like the mood before committing.
- If you use an ENB, try this mod without it first—the lighting changes might be enough on their own.
- Check the mod's posts section for any user-reported conflicts with popular lighting mods like ELFX or Climates of Tamriel.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- Essenthy
- Version
- 3.2
- Downloads
- 1,602,138
- Endorsements
- 43,438
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 9/10/2015
- Updated
- 3/15/2023
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