Make sure this is the first mod you install before installing anything else. Simply use the installer and point it to your KOTOR II's folder.Ģ. The version used by this guide is 1.8.6, currently this is the up-to-dated version that plays along with other mods in this guide.ġ. Granted, there are questionable decisions regarding some of the restored contents made by the mod, but you can trust me and most people when we say you really shouldn't try the vanilla experience without TSLRCM. Chris Avellone (KOTOR II's writer) personally commended the mod and cited it as having brought the game closer to what Obsidian would have intended. KOTOR II had a rushed development history that led to its unfinished state, with many cut contents that hurt its narrative the most, TSLRCM not only restored most cut contents to make the narrative more coherent but also fixed many annoying bugs and issues. Restored KOTOR II's unfinished contents and contains fixes for many bugs.Īs stated in the description, TSLRCM is a no-brainer, it would make zero sense to not having it installed. I don't recommend using Steam Workshop nor any mod manager for KOTOR, the reason being is that many mods made for KOTOR tend to overlap each others therefore can cause compatibility issues, which is the reason why many mods provide TSL Patcher as a stable and easy installing method for users.ġ.The Sith Lords Restored Content Modification ![]() On Steam Workshop and using mod managers: Note:Often TSL Patcher will gives you regarding warning about "existing files found" and "might not work correctly", these warnings are harmless and the mods are installed correctly (or at least for the mods being used in this guide). Most mods made by the community are often provided with an installer which uses TSL Patcher, this is a quick and easy installing method as you just need run the installer and point it to your KOTOR's folder direction. ![]() This guide doesn't not contain such mods, but if you need to install them, simply drag it to the corresponding folders. Note: You might see mods that will point direction to other folders such as Modules or Movies. Steam\steamapps\common\Knights of the Old Republic II\Override Most mods are installed by dragging their files to the following path: This guide is made with manual mod installing in mind, and I encourage users to use this method as I've found it to be ideal for a stable mod setup. Mods for KOTOR can be simply installed by drag and drop the files, most mods also have a provided installer. I will also provide information on why I consider these mods as essential, of course you don't have to read all of my rambling and can skip straight to the download steps! Pure essential and lore-friendly: The mods in this guide were carefully selected, I make sure the following standards must be met: it must be consistent with the original gameplay design and visual art of KOTOR it doesn't drastically change the game nothing should feel out of place. Lite and easy to install: Stable and quick to install mods with easy to follow install steps that shouldn't make you spend more time on modding the game than playing it. I feel that in order to have the most definitive KOTOR II experience, some extra mods are required to bring it closer to the complete status it deserves. However, there are still many issues it doesn't solve such as bugs not being covered, graphical issues, and inconsistent assets mainly due to KOTOR II's rushed development. ![]() KOTOR II: The Sith Lords - Goto Essential Mods is a list of essential mods for those who looking for a definitive KotOR II: The Sith Lords experience without straying too far from its original vision.Īs we know, TSL Restored Content mod (TSLRCM) is a no-brainer and it alone could give you a true KOTOR II experience.
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