Better out of LOS Sneaking
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This gameplay mod for Skyrim reduces enemy hearing accuracy when you're hidden behind obstacles, making stealth more forgiving. It's for players who find enemy detection too sharp when out of sight. With over 1,000 endorsements, it's a popular tweak for stealth-focused playthroughs.
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GameplayExample
Downloads: 41,007 | Endorsements: 1,017💡 Notes
By Zzyxzz | v1.0.0 | 1,017 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Install with a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to keep your load order clean.
Place this mod after other stealth overhauls in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
Test in a dungeon with enemies behind walls to see the difference in detection.
🔧 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 with 1,017 endorsements and 41,000 downloads
- Directly addresses a common stealth frustration—enemies hearing you through walls
- Lightweight tweak that doesn't overhaul the whole stealth system
👎 Cons
- Last updated in September 2023—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim patches
- No detailed documentation on how the hearing reduction is calculated
- Only affects hearing, not other detection factors like line of sight or light