5X Faster Waiting

fallout-3 — Mods & Enhancements

5X Faster Waiting is a simple gameplay mod that accelerates the waiting and sleeping speed in Skyrim by five times, reducing a full 24-hour wait to just 4 seconds. It's for players who want to skip time quickly without long loading screens. With 997 endorsements and 23,454 downloads, it's a well-received utility mod.

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Gameplay Effects and Changes

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Downloads: 23,454 | Endorsements: 997

💡 Notes

By Ermeso | v1.01 | 997 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate; i

If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate; if manual, drop the files into your Data folder.

Test waiting in-game to ensure the speed feels right; if it'

Test waiting in-game to ensure the speed feels right; if it's too fast, look for alternative mods with adjustable rates.

Since it's an old mod, check the comments section for any re

Since it's an old mod, check the comments section for any reported issues with your game version before installing.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge time-saver for players who frequently wait or sleep (23k downloads).
Community-approved with nearly 1k endorsements.
Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just faster waiting.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2012—may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or DLC.
No detailed installation instructions provided, so you're on your own if you're new to modding.
Only affects waiting/sleeping speed; doesn't address other time-related mechanics like fast travel.

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