Need to have mods, and load order - New modder

[WarmogsViktor]

Hello, I'm have played Skyrim for at long time now, and I have started to explore mods now. But I'm new to this modding, and I can understand, that there is some mods there at a kind of "must have" mods, and that the load order of the mods is important.

I can't finde a thread there is already discussing this, that's why I'm making my own. If there already is one, can I be directed to that thread?

Many thanks,
WarmogsViktor

[michael199310]

First of, make sure you do everything correctly, or you'll be punished by numerous CTD and errors while playing Skyrim. Check out the STEP guide. Don't forget to pick unofficial patches and bug fixes mods from Nexus.

 

As for mods, there are numerous ways to pick what you like.
1) Check out Brodual videos on YT, I'm using variety of mods he'd reviewed

2) Check Skyrim GEMS . Those mods are the best and many of them are considered "must-haves"

3) Go to Nexus, pick a category and choose "Most Endorsed". Usually you can find amazing mods on first few pages. But don't be afraid to experiment and select some lesser known mods!

 

Just ask yourself a question: What I don't like about Skyrim and how can I improve it?

And then search for a corresponding mod.

 

For me, the must have mods are Realism mods, one big overhaul like Perkus Maximus, any magic mod that adds new spells, more monsters, etc. Generally, I'm a "more content is nice" guy and I don't care much for the graphics.

Edited June 13, 2016 by michael199310

[WarmogsViktor]

Thank you very much for the good and quick reply!!

[hauntedghoul]

For graphical mods, Hodilton also does some great YT comparisons