Pretty Combat Animations (PCA)
skyrim — Mods & Enhancements
Pretty Combat Animations (PCA) by dualsun is a highly popular animation overhaul for Skyrim, offering full sets of new weapon idle animations including walk, run, and turn cycles. With over 54,000 endorsements and 2.2 million downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking to replace vanilla animations with customizable styles.
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Downloads: 2,233,000 | Endorsements: 54,029💡 Notes
By dualsun | v1.438 | 54,029 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily switch between animation styles.
Check the mod's posts section for user-reported compatibility with other animation mods.
If you use FNIS or Nemesis, run their animation patch after installing to ensure proper integration.
🔧 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
- Massive community trust with 54k endorsements and 2.2M downloads
- Full animation sets mean no jarring transitions between idle and movement
- Customizable styles let you tailor combat feel to your preference
👎 Cons
- Last updated in February 2023, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or DLC
- No detailed installation instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author
- Requires manual selection of styles, which might be overwhelming without a preview