Planning for long treks across Skyrim by chopping firewood and purchasing warm clothes is way more fun than it initially sounds, adding a level of danger that feels right at home in Skyrim.Īs is the case with many survival mods, the exact level of danger is up to the player. Chesko's Frostfall mod requires the player to manage their coverage and warmth as they travel through the harsh and frigid climate of Skyrim. RELATED: The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim - 5 Mods That Improve the Game iNeedįor the survivalists who want to deal with a bit more than just eating and sleeping, Frostfall is the perfect mod for them. For those looking to turn the harsh winters of Skyrim against the player, these five mods transform Skyrim into a brutal survival game. Basic things like hunger, thirst and sleep needs are covered by a wide range of mods, though there's also a decent selection of mods for Skyrim players who want to go a bit deeper into wilderness survival.

There's something on Creation Club and Skyrim Nexus for every kind of Skyrim player, with survival mods being no different. Of course, this problem is pretty easily solved by the abundant amount of survival-themed mods that fans have created. The only problem with this kind of build is that there really isn't any game mechanics that help make it feel enjoyable outside of roleplay. Given The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's forest-heavy environment, harsh snowstorms and abundant wildlife, it's no surprise that plenty of fans of the game love to take more of a survivalist's approach to their gameplay experience.

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