The Ignition Project - Igni FX Overhaul and Brutal Blood Update for Ghost Mode
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #94 of 264 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The Ignition Project
The Ignition Project features:
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[]Igni primary and secondary skill visual FX overhaul (only and in any of the Main FX versions)
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]Brutal Blood Surface FX additions, improvements, and changes (only in Merged Ignition Extra's add-on)[]Full compatibility with conflicting mods - Brutal Blood, Ghost Mode, E3 Quen (only in Merged Ignition Extra's add-on)
[]Improved several monster/NPC death animations
Ignition Main FX includes:
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[]Semi-fluid stream of fire with smoke and refraction FX for secondary Igni skill
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]Semi-volumetric fire and smoke FX from Blood and Wine DLC for primary Igni skill[]NPC explosion-dismemberment upon death from Igni for explosion-dismemberment-capable NPC's
[]Burn marks/ash on the ground, walls, NPC's, and Geralt from Igni (version-dependent)
[]Visual FX based on Igni skill progression (version-dependent)
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Instructions:
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[]Download Ignition Main FX, extract files, place only one version of your choice into Mods folder
[]Use Script Merger to merge scripts
[]Prioritize over any conflicting mods via Script Merger or Mod Merger
Notes:
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[]FX in videos and screenshots were demonstrated with Improved Sign Effects mod and Igni as Light Source mod installed, both of which are highly recommended, but neither are a part of this mod and neither are required for this mod to work
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]Improved Sign Effects mod for Unification Patch can be found here[]All parts of this mod are 100% Mod Merger-Friendly
[]Progressive Versions do not apply to Ghost Mode due to gameplay changes
- Visual FX, such as burn marks, do not always show
Standalone Merged Ignition Extra's with Brutal Blood Patch for Ghost Mode Add-
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[]Download Ignition Main FX, extract files, place only one version of your choice into Mods folder
The Ignition Project overhauls Igni's fire effects and adds brutal blood visuals for Ghost Mode in The Witcher 3. With 934 endorsements and 37,522 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic enhancement. Last updated in 2018, it may require compatibility checks with newer game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 934 endorsements and 37k downloads — clearly a hit.
- Enhances two key visual aspects: fire and blood, making combat feel more visceral.
- Targets Ghost Mode, a niche but dedicated playstyle, so it's tailored for that audience.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018 — might be outdated for current game patches, so test carefully.
- Author deleted their account, so no support or future updates are coming.
For Witcher 3 players who run Ghost Mode and want more dramatic fire and blood effects. If you're into visual overhauls that amp up combat intensity, this is worth a look. Skip if you're not using Ghost Mode or prefer lore-friendly subtlety.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's for Ghost Mode, make sure you have Ghost Mode installed first, then drop the files into your mods folder.
- Back up your original game files before overwriting, just in case you want to revert.
- Check the mod's comments section on Nexus for any user-reported compatibility issues with your game version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- deleted4610270
- Version
- 3.Fixed
- Downloads
- 37,522
- Endorsements
- 934
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 4/15/2018
- Updated
- 10/26/2018
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