Better Parries - Parry and Counter Heavy Attacks
witcher-3 — Mods & Enhancements
This gameplay mod for The Witcher 3 lets Geralt parry and counter heavy melee attacks from monsters and humans wielding heavy weapons, expanding combat options. With 605 endorsements and nearly 12,000 downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking more defensive depth.
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Downloads: 11,976 | Endorsements: 605💡 Notes
By mdesanta777 | v1.3 | 605 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Make sure to place the mod files in the 'Mods' folder in your Witcher 3 directory.
If you're using other combat mods, test for conflicts by loading a save and trying a heavy attack parry.
Check the mod's page for any updates or patches if you're playing with the latest game version.
🔧 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 605 endorsements and nearly 12k downloads.
- Adds meaningful combat depth by letting you parry heavy attacks that normally can't be blocked.
- Simple, focused gameplay tweak that fits right into the vanilla combat system.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may be outdated for current game versions and DLCs.
- No detailed installation instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author.
- Limited to parrying heavy attacks; doesn't affect other combat mechanics.