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Looking for mods for the original version of Skyrim? We've selected over 100 of the best mods for improved visuals and optimization, new quests and locations, roleplaying and immersion, creatures and NPCs, and much more. Our list is here.

Amid issues with the last update, Skyrim: Special Edition today received another update on PC in the form of a beta. There are no major new features in patch 1.2, which focuses on improving. Skyrim Special Edition also brings the full power of mods to the PC and consoles. New quests, environments, characters, dialogue, armor, weapons and more – with Mods, there are no limits to what you can experience.

Since the last time we updated our list of the best Skyrim Special Edition mods the Skyrim Script Extender has been made compatible with it. You can download it here (it'll be labelled 'Current SE build'). Turn off automatic updates for Skyrim Special Edition once it's installed, as the creation club still receives patches which routinely break the Script Extender until modders update it.

With the Script Extender modders can now alter this version of Bethesda's RPG as drastically as Oldrim. Near-essentials like SkyUI are now available in this slightly prettier (it does have nicer shadows), and more stable (you can alt-tab as much as you like) version of Skyrim. To be fair, there were other changes as well, like these.

If you're playing the Skyrim Special Edition and looking for the best mods available, look no further. Some of these mods can be found on Bethesda's site and downloaded while in-game, but the links we'll post all point to the repository at Nexus Mods. Mods added in the latest update of this list have been marked with a ⭐.

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Vortex ⭐

For downloading, installing, and managing these mods and others, we recommend Vortex. It's an extremely useful utility, and it works with a number of other games like Fallout 3 and 4, The Witcher series, the Darks Souls games, XCOM 2, and lots more.

SkyUI ⭐

The heavens parted, golden saints sang, and SkyUI was finally supported by Skyrim Special Edition. This interface replacer makes Skyrim feel like it was designed for mouse controls, and lets you filter and sort inventory based on weight, value, damage and the like. Also adds an in-game mod configuration menu several other mods rely on.

A Quality World Map ⭐

Skyrim's map is functional but boring. A Quality World Map offers multiple ways to fix it. It can replace the map with a much more detailed world texture, with colors that help delineate the separate areas much more obviously, but there's also an option to have a paper map, with a more Oblivion look, if that's your thing.

Legacy of the Dragonborn ⭐

Adds a gallery you can fill with unique items, a museum to your achievements that is also a library, a storage facility, a questline of its own, and a place to learn archeology complete with its own perks. While the original version of this Skyrim mod has been adapted across from Oldrim, there's also an update in the works specifically for Special Edition which will remap the building to make it larger and more like a real museum. It won't be compatible with the current version, so it might be worth holding off until Legacy V5 comes out.

The Asteria Dwemer Airship ⭐

There are player home mods to suit all tastes, but the Asteria is a particularly nice one—a flying ship with all mod cons, by which I mean storage space and crafting tables. It's permanently docked, however, and can't be moved around, though it does have a teleporter for a more immersive alternative to fast-travel. Flyable skyship mods still haven't made the jump over from vanilla Skyrim, unfortunately.

Inigo ⭐

Maybe you don't think a blue Khajiit who follows you around commenting on everything and being sarcastic about Lydia is what Skyrim needs, but trust us on this. Inigo is a follower with tons of dialogue, some tied to his own questline and more that crops up at appropriate times depending on the location you're at. He can be told where to go and what to do by whistling, and will follow you even if you've got an existing companion, chatting away with them thanks to skilfully repurposed voice lines.

Unofficial Skyrim Patch

This mod is a compendium of hundreds of fixes for bugs, text, objects, items, quests, and gameplay elements assembled by prolific modder Arthmoor. The patch is designed to be as compatible as possible with other mods. If you've got a few hours, you can read through the patch notes.

Opening Scene Overhaul

This mod, by elderscrolliangamer, changes and enhances Skyrim's opening sequence by restoring dialogue that Bethesda chose to cut, but which is still present in the game files. With that content restored, you'll learn more about the world you're preparing to inhabit by listening in on additional conversations and seeing full sequences that were snipped before release. Best of all, if you choose to side with the Stormcloaks, you'll actually be able to escape Helgen with Ulfric himself at your side.

Open Cities

It's more than a little immersion-breaking in Skyrim to enter a city through a gate and encounter a loading screen. Open Cities, by Arthmoor, aims for more of a Morrowind feel: the cities aren't instances, they're part of the larger world. Stroll right in—or ride in on horseback—without a break in your experience, and these cities will feel more like real places than loaded-in maps.

Phenderix Magic World

This impressively robust magic mod adds new locations like The School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the magical town of Manantis, and even a new magical dimension to explore. It also adds hundreds of new spells from all schools of magic, plus lots of magic weapons, over a dozen new followers, and a quest to get you started.

Alternate Start—Live Another Life

If you're playing Special Edition, you're starting from scratch whether you're a newcomer to Skyrim or a veteran. Why not start your new game as someone other than the Dragonborn? Alternate Start—again, by Arthmoor—is a roleplaying mod that gives you choices on how you'd like to begin your next playthrough. Are you a patron at in inn, a visitor arriving by boat, a prisoner in a jail cell, or the member of a guild? You can start as a soldier, an outlaw, a hunter, or even a vampire. It's a great way to re-experience Skyrim from a different perspective.

Relationship Dialogue Overhaul

This mod by cloudedtruth adds thousands of lines of voiced dialogue for NPCs, directed at making you feel as if you have a closer and more personal relationship with followers and friends. Your spouse, if you have one, will no longer sound like a random follower, but address you in a more personal manner, and those you've angered will have a host of new insults to hurl your way.

Diverse Dragons Collection

Despite the Special Edition's visual overhaul, its dragons are still a bit ho-hum. This mod, contributed to by a large collection of modders, adds 28 new and unique dragons with different models and textures, and capable of over a dozen new breath attacks and abilities. The dragons come in different ranks as well, to ensure you have a challenge no matter what your level.

Achievements Mod Enabler

Just because you're modding doesn't mean you're cheating (necessarily). So why does the SSE disable achievements if you've got mods running? Stick it to 'em by using this plugin from xSHADOWMANx that allows you to earn achievements even while using mods.

Static Mesh Improvements

While the SSE adds plenty of enhanced visuals, it doesn't do a thing to improve the original game's low-poly meshes. This mod edits hundreds of 3D models placed in thousands of different locations for items like furniture, clutter, architectural elements, and landscape objects to make them look nicer and more realistic.

Total Character Makeover

Skyrim's NPCs already looked dated when the game was first released, and they certainly haven't aged well. The SSE might improve the looks of the world, but it doesn't touch its citizens, so this mod from Scaria should be on your list. It gives everyone in the game (including your avatar) a facelift with more detailed textures that won't kneecap your framerate, and without making characters look out of place.

True 3D Sound for Headphones

'This mod enables true 3D sound for Skyrim SE by using a so called HRTF to simulate binaural hearing using normal stereo headphones. You will hear exactly from which direction a sound is coming from.' I don't know exactly what that first sentence means, but I understand the second one. Make the SSE more realistic for your ears with this mod from CptYouaredead.

You also might want to check out Immersive Sounds.

Frostfall and Campfire

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Looking to turn SSE into a survival experience? Then bundle up and look no further. These mods from Chesko make the frosty world of Skyrim more dangerous yet more immersive and enjoyable with a system that makes you manage your temperature in the cold climate. Hypothermia is an issue, especially if you swim through icy water, so you'll have to dress warmly, and camping elements include craftable tents, torches, and other gear. There's even a crafting skill system.

Also, check out Wet and Cold, which adds weather-dependent visual effects and sounds.

Cutting Room Floor

Another big mod from Arthmoor restores loads of content that exists in SSE's data files but wasn't implemented in the game. Numerous locations, NPCs, dialogue, quests, and items have been brought into the light, and the game is richer for it.

The Forgotten City

Skyrim's got lots of adventure, but here's about 10 hours more courtesy of writer and developer Nick Pearce. Play detective and solve a murder mystery while exploring a massive, ancient city. It's got excellent, award-winning writing, a non-linear story, fantastic voice acting by a large cast, an enjoyable original soundtrack, and even a touch of time travel. Here's our write-up of it.

Ars Metallica—Smithing Enhancement

Unless you're playing as a metal-plated tank who swings an enormous two-handed sword around, there's not a lot of use for smithing. Archers, thieves, and other stealthy characters have no issues finding light armor on their adventures, so there's never been much reason to make it themselves. This mod by Arthmoor gives slippery sorts reasons to learn smithing, by letting them forge arrows, lockpicks, and guild-specific armor, as well as melt down bulkier armor they'd never actually wear into ingots.

• 1Version 1.5
  • 1.6Version 1.5.39
  • 1.7Version 1.5.23
  • 1.8Version 1.5.16
  • 1.9Version 1.5
• 2Version 1.4
• 3Version 1.3
• 4Version 1.2
• 5Version 1.1
  • 5.2Version 1.1.51.08

This page lists all patches released for the Special Edition. Upgrading Skyrim to the latest patch is usually recommended, as many bugs and glitches are often fixed by the patches. You can find out about your version in the lower left corner of the 'System' screen (Esc on PC, Start then selecting 'System' on console). Extra details on specific platforms can be found on the related pages: PC, PS4, and Xbox One.

Please note that having a designated patch installed will not guarantee that the issue it was supposed to fix will be fixed upon entering game. In some cases after a patch has been installed, players have noted that their previous save files have become unplayable, glitchy, and/or have other issues. As such, it may be necessary to start a new game file to have all issues resolved.

Version 1.5

Version 1.5.80.0.8

Version 1.5.80.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 13 June 2019.

• Backend changes to support new Creation Club content.
• Fixed an issue with specular lighting on skin.

Version 1.5.73.0.8

Version 1.5.73.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 13 March 2019.

• Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
• Thieves Guild Hood will no longer disappear if player is a vampire (second instance on the variant record).
• Vegetable Soup and Venison Stew now properly restore health.
• Fixed a lighting error on the doors of Solitude (best seen on the door to Blue Palace).
• Removed an extraneous floor piece from Folgunthur.

Version 1.5.62.0.8

Version 1.5.62.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 5 December 2018.

• Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
• Thieves Guild Hood will no longer disappear if player is a vampire.
• Fixed specular with 'Mourner's Hat' and 'Hat' on male Argonians.
• Fixed skinning and restored bridles on Imperial Saddle.

Version 1.5.53.0

Version 1.5.53.0 was released as an update for Steam, PS4, and Xbox One on 3 October 2018.

• Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.

Version 1.5.50.0

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Version 1.5.50.0 was released as an update for Steam on 29 August 2018.^[1]

• We're releasing a patch today with some small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.

Version 1.5.39

Version 1.5.39 was released as an update for Steam and PS4 on 3 April 2018.^[2]

New Features

• Support for additional player homes

Bug Fixes

• Minor bug fixes for Bethesda.net
• Updated script functions for new Creations
• Wolves have regained the ability to howl

Version 1.5.23

Version 1.5.23 was released as a stealth update on 30 November 2017. No official changelog has been posted by Bethesda, but the update includes the following:

New Features

• Official support for Xbox One X

Bug Fixes

• Updated script functions to support new Creations
• Removed Report button from Mods (Users should report Mods on Bethesda.net)

Version 1.5.16

Version 1.5.16 was released as an update for Steam 7 November 2017.^[3] It was released for Xbox One and PS4 on 9 November 2017.

Fixes

• Fixed issue with rate of critters respawning in world
• Fixed crash related to changing profiles (Xbox One only)
• Fixed issues with screenshots displaying incorrectly in Creation Club/Mods
• Message of the Day heading revised
• Changed logic for how Creation Club content is initialized
• Minor bug fixes to Bethesda.net

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Version 1.5

Version 1.5 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 3 October 2017.^[4]

New features

• Message of the Day
• Support for ESL file format
• Mods - patch version numbers and notes added to Mod Details page

Fixes

• Minor fixes to Bethesda.net functionality
• Minor fixes to steam functionality

Version 1.4

Version 1.4 was released as a Steam update on 6 February 2017. The PS4 and Xbox One patches were released on February 9.^[5]

New features

• Added Featured category for mods
• Added ability to sort Highest Rated and Most Favorited filters by today, week, month and all time
• Added number of ratings count to Mods Browsing Menu
• Added number of favorites count to Mod Details page
• Added required dependencies to Mod Details page

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Fixes

• General performance and stability improvements
• Improvements to Reporting mods categories
• Fixed occasional crashes while scrolling through Load Order menu
• Improved Bethesda.net error messaging

Version 1.3

Version 1.3 was released as a Steam update on 21 November 2016, and was later updated on December 13.^[6][7] It was released on PS4 (as 1.05) on 10 January 2017.

Fixes

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• General stability and performance improvements
• Fixed an issue where Slow Time effects weren't behaving properly
• Better support for 144hz displays
• Fixed issue with being unable to log into Bethesda.net

Version 1.2

Version 1.2 was released as a Steam update on 11 November 2016. It was released on PS4 (as 1.04) on 14 November. It was released on Xbox One on 16 November.

Fixes

• General stability and performance improvements
• Fixed issue related to using alt-tab while playing the game (PC)
• Fixed issue with water flow not rendering properly
• Fixed crash related to changing from werewolf back to human form
• Fixed crash related to reloading after changing Load Order of mods
• General bug fixing and improvements with browsing Mods

Version 1.1

Version 1.03

Version 1.03 was released on PS4 and Xbox on 8 November 2016.

Version 1.1.51.08

Version 1.1.51.08 was released as a Steam update on 7 November 2016.

Fixes

• General performance and optimization improvements
• Fixed rare issue with NPCs not appearing in proper locations
• Fixed an issue with interface elements not appearing correctly on certain displays (Xbox One and PS4)
• Fixed issue with saves erroneously being marked as Modded, even though no mods are active
• Updated some sound files to not use compression

Notes

• Patch — the notes for the patches to the original game, all of which are included by default in the Special Edition
• Unofficial Skyrim Patch — an unofficial mod attempting to fix all the bugs not fixed by the official patches. Available on the PC and Xbox One

References

1. ^Skyrim SE patch 1.5.50.0
2. ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5.39 Update
3. ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5.16 Update
4. ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5 Update: Live for all platforms
5. ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.4 Update
6. ^Skyrim Special Edition 1.3 Update
7. ^Skyrim Special Edition Game Updates