Very simple to install, it's simply copying and pasting additional files into the game's "scripts" folder. SKSE64 uses custom scripts to inject itself into the game, and perform it's functions. Quick, or Smart.Īllow me to explain the difference. Now earlier I mentioned there were two methods of completing this installation. X:/Steam/SteamApps/Common/Skyrim Special Edition (Where X: is your game drive)Īnd right click inside the folder and select "Paste" Navigate to your SSE game folder typically located at. DLL files as indicated, then right click and copy them. Open the skse64_2_02_03 folder, and then open the second skse64_2_02_03 folder contained inside to get to the files. First navigate to your download folder and extract the archive to a folder using your Preferred archive software. You basically need to uncompress the archive, then copy and paste a few files. MO2 Installation of SKSE64 is also very simple, but unfortunately not automatic. open the "Games" tab again and make sure SKSE64 is selected as a primary tool (Look for the book mark graphic on the top right of the tool) If it does not appear automatically close and re-open Vortex before proceeding with your modding) Once updated and installed you will simply need to "deploy" the mod.Ī final caveat. If you then select the correct version, it will automatically be installed correctly for you. That link will bring you directly to the SKSE64 Download page as listed in "what is required" but opened by Vortex for you. For a Vortex managed installation you will want to click on the button "Open in Vortex" We'll begin with Installation Using Vortex, as this is quick and extremely simple.įor a new Skyrim SE installation, or after wiping and reinstalling the game through Steam, you will see a warning message in the top right of your screen telling you SKSE64 is not currently installed.Ĭlicking on the "More" button will bring up the information window and prompt you to install the extender. SKSE does not support the Epic Games Store release of Skyrim. Windows Store applications are locked down similarly to consoles. SKSE does not support the Windows Store/Game Pass release of Skyrim. Once you have chosen the correct version, click on the "Download 7z File" link to it's rightĪs a reminder, please note the compatability section. NOT for use with SSEĬurrent Anniversary Edition build 2.2.3 (game version 1.6.640) is for the current SSE versionĬurrent GOG Anniversary Edition build 2.2.3 (game version 1.6.659) IS for the GOG versionĬurrent Special Edition build 2.0.20 (game version 1.5.97) Only for use if you roll backĬurrent VR build 2.0.12 (game version 1.4.15) Only for use with the current VR version
They are self explanitory, but make sure you choose the correct version.Ĭurrent Classic build 1.7.3 is strictly for the LE version of the game. Look closely at the downloads section and please notice there are 5 downloads to choose from. (Note - If you are installing with Vortex, skip ahead to the next section as you will be choosing the correct download version as part of the automated installation prompts from Vortex) However as mentioned above there are now several available downloads so you'll have to choose the correct version. This verifies the installation and displays the build number of the current F4SE version.The only tool required for SKSE64 installation is the downloaded archive.
Then, type "getf4seversion" (without quotation marks". Then, open the console (Tilde key on US keyboards, ö on German keyboards, look here for a complete list) Put it directly in your Fallout 4 folder. In there is a file called "Fallout4Launcher.exe". Look inside the "F4SE Custom Steam Launcher" folder. Step 5: Allow F4SE to be launched via Steam (OPTIONAL)ĭownload F4SE Steam Launcher [and extract it (with 7-Zip). Step 5: Installing the Steam F4SE launcher Make a desktop shortcut for F4SE_loader.exe (if you want to launch from Steam, skip this and go drectly to Step 5) Make sure to copy all files for folders, if you're asked to overwrite or replace a file, click Yes. You need to copy everything from the F4SE folder to your Fallout 4 folder. Step 4: Copy the entire F4SE folder inside your Fallout4 folder This step is very important, do not skip it. Move the Fallout4Launcher.exe file to antother location, like your desktop, or rename it. Step 3: Disable the Fallout 4 Launcher (skip if you are not launching from Steam If you did not change anything, the normal path is C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Fallout 4. It's inside the Steam folder, which is dependent on your installation path.
Go to your Fallout 4 default installation folder. Download the Fallout 4 runtime and unzip it with 7-Zip. The installation is a bit tricky, but here's how you do it: If you use Nexus for modding, you may encounter mods like Place Anywhere which need F4SE to be loaded.