Where do i put the mod files?

[Knightdarling]

Okay searched the forums.. couldn't find this info.

 

1. I downloaded a mod file +5 Attribute

2. I unzipped it. and read the readme file (no info for installing)

 

Now I am lost. I can't find where i am supposed to place this file in my Oblivion folder!

 

Info:

I have the GOTY version of Oblivion

I am on Vista (yeah i know V-V no choice)

Straight out of the box version. No other mods or adjustments made thus far.

On install, I didn't alter the install. Thus all files are where they automatically install, no changes made.

 

Sorry, I am used to [Blocked URL: Spamming mod authors with advertising links] installing mods for me. So, I am lost when having to locate which file mods go into. *sigh*

 

I assume I just need to know the file at this point and simply drag and drop this unzipped file into that location. Its the location that I am clueless about.

 

Thanks in advance for any and all help!

[theuseless]

Hey, check out my collection of tutorials, here:

http://thenexusforums.com/index.php?showtopic=174729&hl=

 

It has a few aimed at noobs. One of them should help you get going.

[Knightdarling]

Thank you I will!

 

Yeah noob to Oblivion, but loving it! I had Daggerfall, but got caught up in Ultima9, then got sucked into the MMO craze when it started (played over 9 of them to date). I was thrilled that this game was suggested to me! I loved it! I really hope they come out with a new one soon.

 

Thanks for the help! :thanks:

[theuseless]

Everybody has to start somewhere. The thing I like about moddable games is that you play content made by (un)common people. You can customize this game any way you see fit. There are mods that will add weapons, castles, quests and gamplay changes to suit your tastes. There must be a million mods on the nexus by now, between all the games they host.

 

I'm making a castle for oblivion now that will be MY ideal living place, suited to MY tastes. I suggest taking it slow. Install 1 mod at a time, play for a few hours and then go for another. Once you have downloaded and played maybe 100 or so mods, then start to think of what you want to do with yours. Just remember that the mods (and the game) are restricted to human limitations. Don't say, "well I think this major part needs an overhaul" when you get into creating your own content.

 

Once you are familiar with installing simple mods (ones that don't rely on anything other than the download) you can go here:

TOQL

 

Don't try to install one of those as your first mod. They are a listing of some of the biggest and best Oblivion Quest mods (who doesn't want more story). The rest is all personal taste. If you have any questions, post here and somebody will get back to you eventually.

 

-edit-

 

I also like to be able to put my game down any time I see fit, whether its to explore a new charicter, get a beer or eat something. If I'm hungry, I want to be able to go get a cheeseburger without my clan griping they couldn't start for the hour and a half it took. I just don't understand the mugs that wait for 18 hrs until they have enough clannies to tackle some quest or other. These setbacks far outweigh the coolness of having all humans as team mates. I tried WOW. Didn't like being tied so closely to a game, no matter how cool it is. If I could download the quests and complete them solitaire, I would buy the game. In a heartbeat. No matter how independent your clan is, you are always reliant to a fairly major extent.

[Knightdarling]

Oh! I so agree about WOW! I was the Raid Leader for a guild and yeah I had to know my stuff!

 

Countless hours spent with my nose in every strategy guide and online site, and the time it took to organize two raid groups each week according to the guildies schedules for that week, to keep each group balanced. Then having to run each group every week (had two lvl 80's so I could lead both groups every week so I wouldn't get locked out. Yeah it was a full time job.

 

I loved the interaction of WOW most of the time, but there were times I just wanted to play and not be bothered with human interaction or trying to organize an instance. I am taking a break from MMO's as they were taking over my life (WOW, AION, LOTRO, ROM), but there are times when I miss being able to run things with others. I sometimes catch myself looking at my character and thinking mmm I wish my friends could see him, or wish I could see what other peoples toons look like.

 

I so wish there could be a way to make an Oblivion type game and make it minimally (and I stress minimally) interactive.

Or better yet!! Just another Oblivion type game at all! Come on Bethesda!!! Answer the call!!! Please oh Please! Bethesda is the only designer I think that has the capability to make this type of game and make it great!

 

Keeping my fingers crossed

[derekgribben117]

i cant do it cuase i have windows 7

:verymad:

[bben46]

@ derekgribben117 Please start your own topic instead of hijacking someone elses. Look in the top right , or lower right corner for the NEW TOPIC button. This will allow your problem to be seen by people who may be able to help.

 

BTW, I, as well as many others here use Win7 so that's an excuse, not a reason - it works great. please let us know what your problem really is. Just 'I can't do it' doesn't give us the info we need to help. Can't do what?

 

Bben46, Moderator

[souron0]

i've tried everything i could think of reading all the now to's i could find and tried them step by ste but nothing is working. :wallbash: I think i need live step by step help. If anyone can help me please let ne know somehow.

[bben46]

First, take care of the vista or Win7

For Vista related problems such as UAC, Check here:

http://www.tesnexus.com/articles/article.php?id=262.

 

Then, a basic basic tutorial on installing mods

I have a set of help files for people who are not computer geeks and are new to mods. They include downloading, extracting (unzipping) installing and activating mods. I have included a simple mod to practice on and instructions for installing and using 7-zip. If you are interested, click on the highlighted link below to be taken to the site where they are kept. I recommend starting with #1 and working your way through them.

 

http://s1.zetaboards.com/TheStormRavenLibrary/forum/256092/

 

If you use them I would appreciate some feedback as to what needs improvement and what works for you.

 

Some other recommendations.

 

Do play the game for a while with no mods so you will know what you would like to change, and be able to tell if it actually changed what you wanted it to.

 

DO NOT make the noob mistake of thinking you will save time loading a bunch of mods all at once. Any time you save will be more than lost in troubleshooting to find the mods that are causing problems.

 

DO start with a simple mod. Trying to install a large complicated mod that makes a lot of changes to the game will be much more difficult if you have not installed a few simpler mods first. This one thing can save a lot of frustration.

 

Note: I have a set of help files for people who are not computer geeks and are new to mods. They include downloading, extracting (unzipping) installing and activating mods. I have included a simple mod to practice on and instructions for installing and using 7-zip. If you are interested, click on the highlighted link below to be taken to the site where they are kept. I recommend starting with #1 and working your way through them.

 

http://s1.zetaboards.com/TheStormRavenLibrary/forum/256092/

 

If you use them I would appreciate some feedback as to what needs improvement and what works for you.

 

Do install one mod at a time, then test to be sure it works before installing the next - the best place to test is OUTSIDE of the sewer that completes the tutorial. Make a save game there and use that one for testing new mods. The Imperial City is another good place to do testing. I usually load the end of sewers save and travel from there to the city. Walk around the city and talk to a few people. Try to get into a fight with some creature and a human too. if that works, the mod is probably OK. If the mod only affects a specific place, be sure to go there for testing.

 

Do make sure you have the latest patch and OBSE as many mods will not work without them.

 

Do make a back up of your vanilla data folder BEFORE adding any mods. Vanilla means the base game, with the latest patch and no mods. That is what you want to back up - Just make a new folder OUTSIDE of the Oblivion folder and copy the data folder into it - give it a name like original_data so you will be able to know what it is 3 months from now when you need it to avoid a complete uninstall and reinstall.

 

Do use OBSE and OBMM. Wrye Bash is a great program with many functions, but you will not need them at first. OBMM will do everything you need and is much easier for a neophyte to install and use. After you have worked with mods for a while you may consider Wrye Bash. You can use both with no problems if you wish.

 

Do read the readme and any other documentation with EVERY mod you use, as there may be differences in installing or using that mod.

 

Do learn to use either the OBMM OMOD or the Wrye Bash BAIN installers as they make installing, removing and reinstalling mods so much easier (Pick one and stick with it)

 

Do Not blame the mod maker if a mod does not work in your game. Instead, POLITELY ask for help.

 

And finally, If you have problems, DO ask here, as there is always someone willing to help if you ask nicely.