[irock2dmax]

I was told to go to TesNexus to get some mods but there is a bunch of things here that I am un fammiliar with. If there is a simple starters guide to getting Oblivion mods, that would be nice.

(BTW i am not at all a techie person) Thanks!

[species5478]

irock2dmax, on Sep 25 2009, 07:03 AM, said:

I was told to go to TesNexus to get some mods but there is a bunch of things here that I am un fammiliar with. If there is a simple starters guide to getting Oblivion mods, that would be nice.

(BTW i am not at all a techie person) Thanks!

Welcome!

Well...if you're new to modding, keep in mind that you need to be patient. I may take a little while to grab the basics, but once you do, the rewards are immense.

There's no real "guide", although there's guides that will help. In general though, you'll need a few basic tools to get started. You WILL have more questions after this, but I'm just going to point you in the right direction by giving you a few pointers. You should be able to find everything you need here...

http://www.tesnexus.com/

Go the "browse categories" tab, find another tab called "utilities", and look for the following:

1. Download and install the latest; Oblivion Mod Manager. This essential tool will help you install, organize, and manage your mods.

2. Download and install the; Oblivon Script Extender. Many of the best mods require this program.

3. Find a mod that you like, download it, and try installing it using the OBMM.

Keep in mind:
Many mods have readme files included. (including the aforementioned OBMM, and OBSE)
These files usually tell you step by step, how to install their particular mod. Some modders assume you already know how to do this, and don't waste time writing an in-depth readme, (or even at all), so you may have to download multiply mods, and then read how various modders want you to install their work to get the full picture. For the most part, the routine is simple, and once you "get it", you'll realize that's it's basically the same routine for every mod.

If you need help, just pm me. I'd be glad to help. Oh and one more thing, don't forget to login at the nexus, otherwise, you'll miss out on the extra goodies, like being able to view setup pictures of the mods.

[bben46]

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...y/forum/256092/

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

[dezdimona]

[Herculine]

Welcome to the Nexus! Take some time to browse through the downloads section by category and also check out the topics in the forum that are dedicated to mods and troubleshooting and I have no doubt you'll get off to a good start.

[jaosals42]

Hello and Welcome to the Nexus Forums!

If you're interested in mods for the epic game, Oblivion, may I make a few mod suggestions?



Lost spires:

http://www.tesnexus....le.php?id=12997



Nascosto Isles:

http://www.tesnexus....ile.php?id=9321



Deadly Reflex:

http://www.tesnexus....ile.php?id=8273



OBSE: (Click the first link for most recent stable download )

http://obse.silverlock.org/



And finally, OBMM:

http://www.tesnexus....ile.php?id=2097

[Pushkatu]

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