Recoded Movies (1.95 gb instead of 10.44 gb)
hogwarts-legacy — Mods & Enhancements
This mod compresses the game's video cutscenes from 10.44 GB to 1.95 GB, a fivefold reduction. It's for players with limited disk space who don't mind a potential quality drop. With 9 endorsements and 451 downloads, it's a niche utility that frees up significant storage.
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Downloads: 451 | Endorsements: 9💡 Notes
By Thunderbird | v1.0 | 9 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Back up your original movies folder before replacing it, so you can revert if needed.
If you're using a mod manager, manually place the files in the game directory—this mod is a simple folder swap.
Check the mod's comments for any reports of visual artifacts or crashes 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
- Frees up a massive 8.49 GB of disk space—huge for smaller SSDs.
- Simple drop-in replacement, no complex setup.
- Community-tested with 451 downloads, so it works for others.
👎 Cons
- Only 9 endorsements—small user base, so you're relying on a niche mod.
- Compression may reduce visual quality of cutscenes, though not specified.
- Last updated March 2026—could break with future game patches.