Load order

NOTE: Most Problems are caused because of incorrect s (LO)! Make sure you read the Article about installing Horizon probably first: Installation. Some mods are either incompatible or not needed at all because Horizon adds many features by itself. An incorrect Load Order can instantly destroy the Horizon experience.


 * 1) Follow the advises concerning Load Order explained in this Article
 * 2) Its highly recommended to use a mod manager to align your mods!
 * 3) ALWAYS load other mods BEFORE Horizon, and patches AFTER. There are reasons why this must be done. The patches patch Horizon to support those mods NOT the other way around!
 * 4) If your using other Mods and have Problems with Horizon, turn them off (except Horizon Mods) use a "Mod Manager" and see if your game runs flawless. If yes: Start toogling your Mods ON again, One-by-One and start your game after every new Mod toogled ON to find out which Mod cause problem(s). This will fix most problems already either by repositioning or by disabling the Mod.
 * 5) If you still find yourself facing problems contact the Horizon Community: Horizon Discord

NOTE: A stable mod list for Horizon can be found here: "Greb's Horizon Essential Mods"

"[...] Cleaning mods is a terrible idea, especially with Horizon, never do it. if the author has an ITM that doesnt belong, report it to that author or ask questions first! As far as ITMs, i put them in on purpose to block other mods from breaking things. im sure other authors may possibly do the same thing, so i never understood why some ppl want to clean ESPs, as if its magically making it better. [...] the thing about fo4 or any game, is there is developer intended limitations on the engine. both modders (and mod creaters) get in the habit of thinking because they can edit anything, they can. just beware that means more mess, and more save game problems"

- Zawinul

Load Order
NOTE: as of Horizon 1.8.0.BETA-7


 * Depending on your Installation some ".esp-files" will pop-up while others won't
 * F.ex. the "Z_Horizon_DLC_All.esp" will be available after selecting the "DLC (All-in-one)" option during Installation (Installation Menu 1) while
 * the "Z_Horizon_DLC_Automatron/Nuka/FarHarbor.esp" will be available due to selecting "DLC (Any or All)" during Installation (Installation Menu 2)

1) These mods load first in your mod order:
Z_Architect.esm Z_Horizon_Loot_Respawn.esp (world item rebalancing and respawn removal) Z_Horizon_Loot_Respawn_DLC.esp (world item rebalancing and respawn removal)

2) Non-Horizon Mods / Your Mods / Other Mods
Your mods load here: Z_Horizon_Loot_Respawn_DLC.esp <..other mods> Z_Horizon.esp

3) All other Horizon mods load afterwards:
Z_Horizon.esp (must be loaded first - also requires Z_Architect.esm) Z_Horizon_DLC_All.esp (all-in-one DLC module - only use this if you actually own every DLC) Z_Horizon_DLC_Automatron.esp (these individual DLC modules can be used if you only own some DLCs) Z_Horizon_DLC_Nuka.esp Z_Horizon_DLC_Workshop01.esp Z_Horizon_DLC_Workshop02.esp Z_Horizon_DLC_Workshop03.esp Z_Horizon_DLC_FarHarbor.esp Don't use the DLC_All and the individual ones at the same time. '''Z_Horizon_StrictCarryWeight.esp (optional carry weight alteration) Z_Horizon_Timescale.esp Z_Horizon_Desolation.esp (optional: a hardcore survival addon) Z_Horizon_DEFUI.esp (menu icons and component tags) Z_Horizon_Diff_#######.esp (optional difficulty addon - don't use any if you want the default difficulty) Z_Horizon_Patch_#######.esp (optional mod compatibility patches) Z_BlurRemoval.esp (optional: removes the screen blurring effects while beeing injured and adds additional changes) Z_CameraAddon.esp (optional: camera shake removal) Z_Horizon_Optional_ShortNaming.esp (optional mod) Z_Extras.esp (optional mod) Z_Architect_Extras.esp (optional mod)

4) The very last 3 Mods in your load order:
Z_Architect_EnhancedSettlements.esp Z_Architect_EnhancedSettlements_DLC.esp Z_Architect_HomePlate.esp

5) Absolutely NEVER do something like this:
Z_Horizon.esp SomeOtherMod.esp <-- WRONG ORDER - NEVER DO THIS! Z_Horizon_Patch_SomeOtherMod.esp