Purge Cell Buffers

fallout-3 — Mods & Enhancements

Purge Cell Buffers is a lightweight utility mod for Oblivion that periodically clears the game's cell buffers to help maintain stable performance. With nearly 2,000 endorsements and over 41,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players experiencing memory-related stuttering or long-session slowdowns.

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Downloads: 41,341 | Endorsements: 1,975

💡 Notes

By Quarn | v1.0.0 | 1,975 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Place the

Place the .esp file in your Oblivion Data folder and activate it in the launcher — no OBSE needed.

If you use other memory-related mods, test with Purge Cell B

If you use other memory-related mods, test with Purge Cell Buffers alone first to see if it helps.

For best results, combine with a save-game cleaner to reduce

For best results, combine with a save-game cleaner to reduce bloated saves.

🔧 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

Community-approved (1,975 endorsements) — a solid track record for a utility mod.
Lightweight and unobtrusive — just install and forget.
Targets a common issue: memory bloat in long Oblivion sessions.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2009 — may not be compatible with newer mod setups or the Steam version.
No detailed documentation or user guide provided by the author.
Potential conflicts with other memory-management mods (e.g., OSR) — not explicitly stated but a real risk.

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