Tips Before You Mod Any Game

[@gamerpoets]

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[@Stanbacchus]

Thought it was making a point about pirated games 😆

[@elifire4147]

How to unfook my game after I already installed it under Satansoft x86 ?

[@Islamic-v7y]

Thanks for this tips❤

[@iwantfoof9355]

Criminally underrated channel, always love seeing new videos from this guy.

[@gamerpoets]

Appreciate you = )

[@elifire4147]

I can relate, I underated your Mom las night.

[@Mohawks_and_Tomahawks]

Wow! Your Tutorials have come a long way in the last few years. Your editing and graphics are top tier. Your room / studio looks stellar and professional. But most importantly, your personal growth seems to have made leaps and bounds! You were always wholesome, but heck, you now shine through my screen with that beautifully glowing white outfit and brilliant smile! You seem truly genuine & happy. Thanks for everything you do, and keep on keepin' on my man! HUGE RESPECT! 10/10 Channel. ❤❤

[@gamerpoets]

Appreciate you hanging out, still = )

[@Adam-kk7nw]

​@@gamerpoetswhat advice do you have learning how to mod and is it hard .. please guide me

[@Laurielism]

@@gamerpoets I second this. Your videos go from strength to strength. From the few things you share of your personal life it seems you are doing the same. I hope that is as it appears, because I wish you lots of love and joy.

[@arcticbob829]

@@Adam-kk7nw watch is most popular videos

[@TdogGaming_Vods]

Just wanted to say thank you Gamerpoets for all of your modding videos, they all been super helpful, :)

[@gamerpoets]

That's huge man :) thank you very much

[@savvas_1367]

I love your voice

[@gamerpoets]

🎤 😉

[@deftdeltron9944]

​Whenever im modding skyrim, i always go back to your Dyndolod video, i love your pronunciation of it 😂@@gamerpoets

[@SD-Gamer]

Narrator type voice 😂❤

[@davecrupel2817]

Man has the voice of God.

[@Islamic-v7y]

Yeah he has a voice that's listen too

[@toastermoon]

The last part about tailoring the modlist to your needs and just having fun with it was a much needed reminder. Thank you for all your help, the quality of your videos is fantastic and you have a great attitude. Much appreciated

[@joske2838]

Glad to see a vid from you again :) your content has been the backbone of my modding journey for a few years now, everytime I was stuck on something or to anxious to make an attempt, I found one of your vids in the process and your chilled and calm approach with - clear step by step info helped me get there like none others could 🙌 - & great advice in this vid for new modders, my advice to them would be the same now, - read everything x2 if need be / take your time - install things one mod at a time - & always make a new save "first" before adding any mod & finally be prepared to start a new game! (pulling mods out mid save is a recipe for disaster) unless just textures etc. as you said, Big thanks to all you've done for the modding community! 🕺❤‍🔥

[@gamerpoets]

Thanks for sticking around :) gearing up to create a bunch

[@DeadLinux]

These kind of vids are always sexy. Increasing computer literacy through game modding. It's just so good 😊

[@gamerpoets]

Good to see you man = )

[@Laurielism]

Mod it. Break it. Do a clean install. Mod it again. This was my first experience of modding. And my second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth too. Alas, I had modding fever, and was lost. My most recent install, I decided to not add more mods for at least 6 months. Then I saw a video of Ryn's standing stones - now I also have the complete series, and a few other mods I 'found' along the way. I haven't seen Alduin for years. But i love my game.

[@Hikikomori_Gaming]

Still wanna thank you for the fallout 4 uninstall guide. Refresh and start fresh with my mod list.

[@gamerpoets]

Happy its getting some use = )

[@RandyJStoll]

You're the man! Whenever I have a question or issue, your content is there to save the day! Thank you for making modding fun!

[@Tearlach87]

I can almost guarantee that a year ago, I would've scoffed at the idea of modding being in itself fun. Up until this recent run at New Vegas it was more a chore. Now? I get it. I get the puzzle aspect. I get the mad scientist level of experimentation. Now if I just merge -enough- to get back under 255... Seriously though; your vids have become both a treasure trove of knowledge and just...reassuring. I really appreciate the time you put into them and cannot wait to see you get a chance to tackle some of the more recent developments that popped up with the reinterest in Fallout from the TV series. Keep doing good work, man.

[@gamerpoets]

It's a fun hobby when you really get into it. Now the trick in keeping it fun is to not get to obsessed with it or let others push thier opinions on you. This is your hobby. Enjoy it how you see fit:)

[@BasedMando]

Been modding for a decade now; can't wait to play the game for the first time!!!

[@AbsoluteDakka]

Ahhh, Maetro Michael, thank you once again - this is absolute gold for reducing the number of troubleshooting cases arising from mods by just taking simple, easy, preventative steps.

[@chrisparsons2791]

Your Tutorials always have been a staple for me when a friend recommended I check out your channel way back in 2014. Thanks for all your hard work, and congrats on all your personal growth since then. It's a joy to catch one of your videos man! 😀

[@gamerpoets]

Appreciate ya man = ) Thank you very much.

[@barmeyblonde]

But what about 2000 that end it? 😂 Thanks for the sound advice. I always forget where my AppData folder is. Thanks for the reminders!

[@gamerpoets]

Barmey! lol

[@joeycaldwell8015]

I love you! 4 year pc owner, started Uchia mod in Skyrim before it disappeared. I got it to work, but it was a whole 12 hrs of obsessive reading to just install them the right way where they half worked, but were missing some minor features.

[@zhongli647]

"Small victories are better than massive failures" damn this not only gives me the idea of modding but also bunch of idea in life. Thank you for this content, i think i really needed it. And i wish you all the best!

[@gamerpoets]

What we do in our downtime shapes who we are in our up time:)

[@zhongli647]

@@gamerpoets Damn, that really hits hard. Thank you, your words resonate with me. ❤

[@JB-ol3xo]

Every time I watch one of your videos I can't help but wish everyone who made similar content was as clear and specific with their information. Can't possibly descirbe how much these videos helped me when I was gettign started and even when I had a bit of experience modding. At this point it's rare for me to need the info or troubleshooting but I find myself watching and rewatching your content to see how much better you explain each topic than I've seen elsewhere.

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@HelloFellowMellowMarshmallow]

It took me a month to get a relatively stable (no crashes as far as I know) mod list, avoiding scripts, and reading everything including bug reports and comments. How long did I play after that? 3 hours I thought it was just a meme but it's true and I accept it

[@gamerpoets]

Sounds right :)

[@Stanbacchus]

Beyond doubt, the BEST source of useful information, sage advice and re-watchable material in the modding community. People new to modding should always start with Michael’s content as the information is always valid, consistent and is better than any paid tutorial you will find! And remember, ‘it’s just a video-game!’- so true! 👌

[@JackVogel2024]

Found your channel through the avoid section on TTW...but I don't know, this seems like stellar tips, and to have it delivered as if I'm listening to the dude who does the voice for most movie trailers, while simultaneously giving the impression of doing gods work, is just very entertaining!

[@gamerpoets]

Welcome to the channel :)

[@BZAKether]

Clar, short, useful, to the point. The best mod tutorials on the whole web.

[@muldersxfiles]

Bro reveal the app data folder just blew my mind. I thought it was virtual and have been pasting this entire time to access it. Your awesome

[@gamerpoets]

(explosion!) ;)

[@dans5662]

Modding is the hobby...uhh..ha....uhh.....so true. I'm working on trying to understand draw calls. Looking into Vulkan...I think it's very easy to forget that just because it's "Leight weight" doesn't mean it doesn't effect your draw call.

[@katkong281]

Excellent guide. Love this channel. I would like to add one more tip: Check reviews and read the comments on the mod page before you download ANY mod. Some mod authors disable a bugs section and people will post bugs and problems with a mod in the comments. Also, some mods might be out of date or superceded by another mod, and people will generally provide links and useful tips related to the mod you're checking out

[@Mkrobo]

The quality of these videos are great, it isn't in your face, it's informative, easy, pleasant and really relaxing to watch. Good stuff!

[@gamerpoets]

Very happy that you like it = )

[@ChronoGearSolid]

Thank you for this. Had a few games not working for a while now, seemingly at random, and I gave up on trying to fix it. Adding the mod managers to the windows exclusion list fixed it.

[@gamerpoets]

awesome to hear = )

[@RayBo]

As always, "Perfect Advice!" The video is book-marked, as I am sure to share this link many-many times.

[@gamerpoets]

Greatly appreciated = )

[@Keatonboi]

@@gamerpoetshey i got like a problem with SkyUI freezing when i open my inventory for a few seconds it’s starting to get annoying are you able to make a video or find me a patch

[@jameskessler8102]

Super love the new format!!! Glad you're ok bro. Can't wait for the starfield mods tutorials

[@gamerpoets]

Making some starfield stuff right now:)

[@Sleepy.Time.]

always a good idea to do a fresh install/repair MS Visual C++ 2015-2022 if you are going to mod a Bethesda game, get both the x64 and x86 versions

[@gamerpoets]

I think when you install games they make you do that don't they? Maybe its a gog thing?

[@Sleepy.Time.]

@@gamerpoets yes but some games will install outdated versions of it, ive tracked it down to CTDs a few times in the past

[@evieraines1333]

I love this channel so much. THANK YOU!

[@Grim-xk2ko]

Everything you said at the end is sooo true man 😂. I've spend hours and hours modding Skyrim or Falllut 4 only to stop playing it 1 hour in 😂

[@who8mahbacon]

This is absolutely the best voice on the internet

[@kartavianmacrath7219]

Great video! I still run into the issue where as soon as I want to play Skyrim, I go looking for mods to add, even though I still have a list of added mods I turned off until I can test them, lolol. Thank you so much for putting these videos out there for us to learn from!

[@gamerpoets]

Glad I could help =)

[@bigbarrettbob]

The grandmaster. Thank you GP, have a great night bro.

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@Mr-Peterson]

Never seen any software related video with this kind of facecam. It's funny, unnerving and calming at the same time. 😂 You're style is really unique! Keep up the great work!

[@gamerpoets]

Means a lot. Thank you commenting = )

[@ganzrawr5334]

Master has returned!

[@gamerpoets]

Much to come. Much being worked on = )

[@zaferoph]

Really can't stress the value of patience. And this goes even with mods you don't expect to make huge changes like that. So many times I've modded Skyrim and just slapped 12 mods together that don't seem to interact with each other only to break a 250 modlist and take hours or days to figure out exactly which combination is causing the issue.

[@gamerpoets]

Slow and steady. Small victories. That's what I like to say:)

[@zaferoph]

@@gamerpoets Absolutely. I only recently found your content but it's great so I hope to see lots more for many games ^x^

[@nagatwodog9171]

extremely underrated channel. also your voice is incredibly calming. i hope you get more recognition soon! you deserve it!

[@gmeister3022]

Great video man. Thanks a lot for sharing this content! Just to elaborate a bit on what you said in the video - the reason modders often avoid `Program Files` is due to UAC (User Account Control). This mechanism limits the ability to modify anything under the `Program Files` directory; sub-directories, files, etc. Since mods change files, there might be permission issues when the mod tries to do that under `Program Files`, thus crashing the game. Same applies to mod management tools like NMM, Mod Organizer, etc.

[@gamerpoets]

I have older videos that talk very indepth about UAC.. and then people complain that I talk too much about things they "don't need" lol. I've learned over the years to save myself the headache and just cover what's needed and keep things basic.

[@han-zo521]

So glad to have you back!❤ It felt like ages since you last uploaded😢❤

[@gamerpoets]

Its been a little bit = )

[@Wombola]

Hi GamerPoets. I am not a single player gamer or modder really, I just watch your videos because I like your attitude & video quality. It's inspiring, like a really good pizza.

[@gamerpoets]

🍕 😊 🙏

[@dudlecore7358]

this man is doing gods work out there.

[@desel8737]

fresh install in english and start the game once, before modding learned those two lessons the hard way with mass effect 3 and fallout nv

[@renegade11b45]

you are so chill!!! thank you

[@klow6685]

commenting just to say how much i love and appreciate ur videos. your always so quick to the point and good at explaining. Also ur voice is relaxing af lol

[@CaptainCrunch99]

I love your finger pointer, very easy to follow along!

[@gamerpoets]

Appreciate you commenting on it = ) Spent a while trying to figure out what I wanted to use to draw attention to stuff.

[@Nerad137]

+1! An actually useful modding video.

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@sereenaty]

6:00 This one in particular is the most important tip we often forget! thanks for the reminder :)

[@gamerpoets]

anytime = )

[@MtbStoat]

Words to live by (could apply to my other hobby of rock climbing); "Small victories are better than massive failures"

[@gamerpoets]

Might apply even better there = )

[@NJTheG4M3R]

Thanks for the Tips...I just got my first mod working after constantly failing💯❤️🙏🤧

[@gamerpoets]

welcome! = ) Go slow. modding can be a pain. Small victories.

[@Sportiax_XCVII]

Great video, plan on sharing this a lot to those I help with modding. Been modding games for years, and it was quite nice knowing I already have all of these steps done. These small steps really do change the modding experience for the better, especially the organization one.

[@gamerpoets]

Organization is everything = )

[@skootz24]

Always good to see a vid from the Modding Guru.

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@MonolithTMA]

I'm slackin'! I missed this one when it came out. Good stuff!

[@DylanCar]

I wish you would focus your content on Starfield. I would love to see your channel blow up. You deserve it, more than most.

[@gamerpoets]

A lot of Starfield stuff coming. One in about 20 minutes.

[@l.a.martin6217]

Thank You, Michael for all that you do.

[@boon23]

beautifully done. I really like the new style. It was step by step without making me feel like a complete idiot. Thank you.

[@gamerpoets]

Happy you like it = )

[@jayday3818]

Really good, thorough video. Glad to see so many good tips in one place!

[@gamerpoets]

Good to see YOU jay ;)

[@xanthosamoni2072]

Lovely video. Wish I known of your channel when I was just starting out.

[@gamerpoets]

Thank you very much :)

[@George_5050]

Awesome, cheers. The more people that get into modding, the better.

[@gamerpoets]

Agreed :)

[@KebeMaro]

Very majestic and top quality, thank you for making such videos please keep it up love your guides

[@gamerpoets]

Working on the next one now:)

[@eehldondulalus1258]

Damn, that was good. I love this for the fledgling modder. Really good info and concepts.

[@gamerpoets]

Happy you liked it = )

[@HolyGrenadierGaming]

You have a voice like Iron Silk, thank you for your help! Subscribed

[@AubreyOnfroy]

Listening to this as I'm on day 4 of manually patching my load order after mator smash spontaneously decided to stop working yay

[@student4373]

Hi GamerPoets, out of all videos regarding Skyrim modding out there, I found yours to be the best. I was wondering, do you have a video for people who have already installed MO2 and are planning on using it for other games? I'm currently looking into modding Starfield but am a bit worried about causing conflicts with Skyrim (although I followed your video step by step). From my understanding, you showed us how to set up Skyrim as a portable instance of MO2, so I'd have to do the same for Starfield and it would avoid any conflicts between the two, right? Thanks again for all your content. I'm sure without it, many wouldn't have dared modding their games in the first place. :)

[@gamebeast4510]

not going lie I love this guy for telling how pc caz I hate how every other youtube video just assumes that you know how a pc work

[@gamebeast4510]

I had pc for years no one tells my how to use it

[@BrooklynOHFYV]

Great to see. Your modding video's are a resource. Thank you.

[@warlocke1894]

It's crazy that with Skyrim/FO4 I can mod for weeks and months without committing to a playthrough and just playtesting everyything. Maybe it's because every mod that I need or want is found in 2 websites. Can't say the same for Sims 4.

[@gamerpoets]

Creating content that heavily involved Skyrim since 2014..... I never beat the game lol

[@ElNeroDiablo]

Here's me with a freshly modded Skyrim 2021 install on my SteamDeck, with Live Another Life - and I choose to be camping just outside Helgen and otherwise following the stock storyline... AGAIN! XD

[@dje7917]

GamerPoets the guy you want to be friend with

[@limbo8654]

Man has the voice of a God! Would very much like him to read stories to me.

[@pjay1233]

The Shakespeare of Mods is back! LET'S GOOO!!!

[@gamerpoets]

;)

[@cars4color]

Thank You.👍

[@gamerpoets]

Thanks for hanging out = )

[@MovieReviewGuyOfficial]

This man is the Bob Ross of game modding!

[@gamerpoets]

More happy little tutorials on the way ;)

[@MovieReviewGuyOfficial]

​@@gamerpoetsHappy to hear that

[@zombiefodder64]

I'm trying to move my steam folder out of the program files (x86) to a folder I made on my C: drive but it keeps telling me the folder or a file in it is open in another program. To my knowledge nothing is open or running.

[@vinjakjack5690]

You are awesome!!! I still dont understand anything thats going on and im hopeless but you have great videos

[@sarahkindler1596]

I think I love this human

[@MAplays-si8td]

wow this is awesome sir❤ so nice and informative vlog ❤ hats off and huge respect

[@fbidice8097]

GamerPoet drops a 💎 once again 🎉

[@AllenWorshiperofJesus]

Dude, you're such a cool guy. It's awesome man! Have a great day :))

[@Austin_B97]

Love the editing 😊

[@gamerpoets]

Thank you!! 😁

[@darthdominion369]

Awesome video, it is great to see that you are doing well. Gave me a a few laughs and some very concise information. My face often gets very red and flat from the face desk moments, but I can learn and I am constantly improving. These videos in your awesome voice and demeanour have helped me greatly. I Still keep meaning to have a proper playthrough again with all the cool stuff i've added but i never get around to it, maybe someday soon xD thank you as always i can only offer you gratitude

[@gamerpoets]

Gratitude is a whole lot = ) And you have mine in return

[@mikerivers8595]

cool… now to see if you made a TTW Fallout mod installation guide… because I am confused as all hell, but slowly figuring out how to get it installed… sort of… I think..? Anyways, I’ll subscribe and like the video. Thank you

[@FenrirBlackwolfe]

Welcome back Michael always good to see your videos excellent work as always you always make great quality content 😁❤

[@gamerpoets]

Thank you sir :) lots on the way

[@Adsenseonay]

serving of the knowledge is epic!

[@SirBojo4]

Truly a god amongst machine!

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@Runeify00]

OUTSTANDiNG -FUCING VIDEO!!!! GOD-TIER PRESENTATION!!!!!

[@gamerpoets]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@ightimmaheadout290]

Extremely common gamerpoets W

[@00Linares00]

Amazing work, as always.

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏 much appreciated

[@juvenilia_in_hell]

lovely video as always!

[@gamerpoets]

Thank you 🤗

[@Romulusmap]

Man I could listen to you read the description on the box of cereal 🤣

[@gamerpoets]

And the little leprechaun found all the magical marshmellow charms at the end of the milky rainbow.....

[@Romulusmap]

@@gamerpoets I need to create your ai voice to read me work emails. Maybe then I'll get excited to start Mondays 🤣

[@michellenuur17]

what i will do without you?.....you are a treasure, thanks!

[@gamerpoets]

😊 🙏

[@ngpb17]

You just earned a subscriber.

[@challengedollar2880]

first time discovered this person here, damn.

[@DavidSalamanca]

feels like Jesus Christ is now a game developer

[@anthonygregory1391]

Luv this, you are the Man 😎👍

[@gamerpoets]

;) No, You!

[@JohnSmith-cb1kr]

This guy is the goat

[@macelharen]

Do you have a dedicated video about MO2's left and right panes? I've been modding for years, and following your videos for a very good reason obviously, but I keep trying to understand the rule of thumb for the left hand "install order" (ty, btw, for an explanation of the overwrite folder. that was a great video)

[@gamerpoets]

I'm pretty sure I do. The summary is: Left is asset load order (meshes, textures, animations). And anything that can be completely replaced by another file Right is plug-in load order (esps, esms, so forth) .

[@macelharen]

@@gamerpoets

[@macelharen]

@@gamerpoets okay, followup: just an easy example to what you gave - FNIS as being 'animations' - i know the output needs to be left in it's own post-overwrite folder. But, is it an "animations" per se or does it need to be high on the install list (aka low priority) and the actual animations it enable to be higher priority? i personally used to put it near the bottom next to the output folder. But, recently i've been taking the advice of people that say it's best placed in the install order right before skyUI. way i figure, as long as mo2 doesn't show any plus or minus in the conflicts the install order doesn't matter worth squat...although i could be wrong about that (i mean, mo2 isn't omniscient, right?)

[@macelharen]

@@gamerpoets no, wait. you didn't answer my question. probably because i failed to word it exactly: why is the install order different than the load order, in the sense of having one install after another? it's different to convey a layman's confusion since a little knowledge is a dangerous thing. i guess if i take pains to make it clearer, i'd say instead, "is left pain all about being careful about overwriting FILES, whereas right pane is all about being careful about...err...'conflicts' (aka what smashed/bashed patch is designed to prevent)?"

[@macelharen]

@@gamerpoets followup: i guess the reason i'm asking further questions is because i'm trying to form two different concepts to use alternately when i'm thinking about adjusting install/load order in MO2. it would be easier if i didn't have freaking 328 mods in my left pane and 236 in my right. lol

[@JeremyRichard82]

When the Master speaks, you listen.

[@gamerpoets]

;)

[@markosolo]

Very impressed! I have just started trying to mod Starfield on PC (only ever modded on xbox), could you help me through the fog of plugins txt and what goes with it, keeps cropping up and I have no clue. I appreciate you may have already covered it, but couldn't see anything in your listings. If you have, could you point the way please.

[@markosolo]

P.S. I'm using Vortex.