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Made by dBottle

A total light survival SimonRim focused gameplay overhaul using Community Shaders.

Support: Join the BottleRim Discord

Requirements:

  • Skyrim SE version 1.6.1170 (latest Steam update).
  • Requires ALL Creation Club content.

Contents

Introduction

BottleRim is a total gameplay overhaul modlist for Skyrim SE (1.6.1170), built around Community Shaders. Based on Althros Dev Tools.

This list is a SimonRim focused light survival experience.

View the full mod list here.

Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 10 or 11 (no LTSC or modified versions; Linux not supported).
  • Storage: SSD required.
  • Download Size: ~96 GB.
  • Install Size: ~155 GB.
Component Recommended (1080p) My Specs (1440p)
CPU i5 13600k or similar i5 13600K
GPU RTX 3060 or similar RTX 4070
RAM 16GB or more 32GB
Storage SATA SSD NVMe SSD

Installation

Pre-Installation

  1. Install Dependencies:
  2. Steam Setup:
    • Disable auto-updates for Skyrim SE.
    • Run Skyrim SE once for graphics check.
    • Run Skyrim through steam, install ALL creation club addons. Do not ALT tab during this process.
    • If you have issues with the creation club plugins missing, I highly recommend a CLEAN install of Skyrim, including completely deleting the skyrim steam folder and uninstalling.

Wabbajack Installation

  1. Install Wabbajack:
    • Create a folder (e.g., C:\Wabbajack) on your drive’s root (not in Program Files, Desktop, etc.).
    • Download Wabbajack and place it in the folder.
    • Run Wabbajack.exe (requires version 4.0.0.0 or later).
  2. Install BottleRim:
    • Open Wabbajack, select Skyrim SE, find BottleRim, and click “Download and Install.”
    • Set Installation Location (e.g., C:\BottleRim) and Downloads Location (avoid Program Files, Desktop, etc.).
    • Click Install.
    • Nexus Premium automates downloads; without it, manually click “Slow Download” for each mod.
    • If successful, proceed to Post-Installation. If not, check Troubleshooting.

Post-Installation

There are a few things you can and should do.

  1. Run Bethini through the MO2 dropdown and select a preset + recommended tweaks. (Do not turn of TAA, required if you use CS’ DLAA or AMDs.)

  2. This list comes with a preconfigured Community Shaders setup, but feel free to press the “End” key and play around with things.

  3. Check the “Optionals” separator in Mo2 to activate Framegen or camera headbob if you’d like.

  4. Open the MCM, select Bathing in Skyrim and choose to either enable or leave it disabled.

Antivirus Exceptions

  • Add exceptions in Windows Defender for the BottleRim folder and ModOrganizer.exe to avoid crashes.
  • Steps: Windows Security > Virus & Threat Protection > Manage Settings > Exclusions > Add Folder > Select BottleRim folder.

Keyboard Keybinds

  • Community Shaders: End key.
  • Other controls use vanilla Skyrim keybinds.

Playing the Game

  • Launch Skyrim SE through Mod Organizer 2 (MO2) in the BottleRim folder.
  • Enjoy the enhanced visuals!
  • If you use a controller/gamepad, Left Trigger is now used for Dynamic activation key. It works when you have your weapon sheathed and you use it by holding the trigger and pressing the activate button. This works for a lot of things try it out!
  • Add Crusader, an uncapper preset made by Simon Magus. Players will now be locked to 62 perk points, so choose wisely!

Updating

  1. Open Wabbajack, find BottleRim, and click “Download and Install.”
  2. Use the same Installation and Downloads folders.
  3. Backup custom mods or settings (prefix added mods with [NoDelete] in MO2).
  4. Check Changelog for save-safe updates.

Modifying the list

There are a couple mods you should check out in the MCM to customize how you would like to play.

  • Helmet Toggle 2

  • Bathing in Skyrim

    Helmet Toggle 2 is awesome and you can set the hotkey and conditions in the MCM to whatever you’d like.

    Bathing in Skyrim comes disabled by default, some people may not want this so if you do be sure to enable it before leaving the starting cell.

Uninstalling

  • Delete the BottleRim folder.

Troubleshooting

  • Installation Issues:
    • Missing files? Manually download and place them in the Downloads folder.
    • Game folder not found? Ensure Skyrim SE is installed and follow Pre-Installation.
    • Antivirus flagging? Add exceptions or uninstall aggressive third-party AV (e.g., Norton).
  • Post-Installation Issues:
    • Form 43/DLL errors? Reinstall with “Overwrite Installation” checked in Wabbajack.
    • Crashing on startup? Reinstall or seek help on Discord with crash logs.
  • Join BottleRim Discord for support.

Credits

  • ElminsterAU & xEdit team for SSEEdit.
  • Noggog for Mutagen and Synthesis.
  • Halgari & Wabbajack team.
  • Althro and Styyx For ADT which is the best base to build off of.
  • Bingus for Anvils epic readme that I used as a base for my own.
  • Sheson for DynDOLOD.
  • All mod authors and the Skyrim modding community.

For support visit

The Bungalo Discord