Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul

skyrimspecialedition — Mods & Enhancements

Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul by kryptopyr is a comprehensive rework of Skyrim's alchemy and cooking systems, aiming for balance and consistency from ingredient gathering to high-level crafting. With nearly 30,000 endorsements and 2.8 million downloads, it's a highly popular choice for players seeking a deeper, more cohesive experience.

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Syntax

Alchemy

Example

Downloads: 2,789,114

💡 Notes

By kryptopyr

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Check the mod's description page for full details on changes

Check the mod's description page for full details on changes, as the summary is brief.

If you use other gameplay overhauls, look for compatibility

If you use other gameplay overhauls, look for compatibility patches on the mod page.

Start a new playthrough to fully experience the overhaul wit

Start a new playthrough to fully experience the overhaul without mid-game conflicts.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod conflicts

Check load order. Disable conflicting mods one by one.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing without checking requirements

👍 Pros

Massive community trust with 29,827 endorsements and 2.8 million downloads.
Actively maintained, last updated July 2026.
Aims for a unified experience across alchemy and cooking, not just a tweak.

👎 Cons

Description is vague on specific changes—you'll need to check the mod page for details.
May require compatibility patches with other overhaul mods (not stated, but common for such mods).
Potential learning curve for players used to vanilla systems.

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