Summary
A newly released mod forThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimis enhancing the AI used by in-game enemies, improving their ability to avoid dangerous situations against ranged opponents. Since the game first debuted in 2011, the Bethesda RPG has remained one of the most iconic role-playing games in modern gaming for its expansive world and depth of gameplay. The game has seen multiple re-releases throughout the years, making it playable on nearly every modern console and even featuringa version ofSkyrimon Amazon Alexa. Now, a new mod is looking to improveSkyrim’s combat.
Skyrimboasts an incredibly robust modding scene with a plethora of different mods to suit all different purposes. Passionate modders have released a variety of mods focused on improving the look and feel of the game, ranging from graphical improvements to quality-of-life enhancements. Many have even crafted entirely new areas to explore within the world ofSkyrim, both mixing new locations into the world and adding separate areas outside Skyrim’s borders.Skyrim’s combat has also been a focus, with a recent mod making improvements to the game’s enemies.
As reported by PCGamesN, a new mod called “NPCs Take Cover” from popular modder JaySerpa adds a variety of new mechanics to the game’s AIs. The mod makes several adjustments to the AI for in-game enemies, causing them to find better options for cover when the player is attempting to shoot from an area they cannot reach. The combat-shifting mod even adds new voicelines, insulting players forattempting to “cheese"Skyrim’s combat. The mod also makes improvements to enemies' detection, allowing them to more quickly see players attempting to shoot them.
Skyrim Mod Makes NPCs Smarter in Combat
The improved AI for NPCs is just one of manyquality-of-life updates made toSkyrimthrough its many mods.Skyrimfeatures several mods designed to make its in-game world easier to navigate, both through improving the in-game compass and cleaning up the map. Other mods look to improve the overall functionality of the game through various means, whether it’s adding metals to blacksmiths' shops or remembering the precise angle of a failed lockpicking attempt.
Skyrim’s wealth of mods has helped to sustain the game’s longevity as fans anxiously await news about the next entry in theElder Scrollsfranchise. First announced by Blizzard in 2018, little news has surfaced aboutThe Elder Scrolls 6’s development in the nearly six years since its reveal. Blizzard would also confirm last year thatThe Elder Scrolls 6had officially entered “active production"ahead of Bethesda’s most recent release inStarfield. While fans wait for the nextElder Scrolls, many will continue to find new ways to delve into the world ofSkyrim.
