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A portrait replacer for EVERY single character in the game: PORTRAIT OVERHAUL (90+ atm).
Only cosmetic, does not affect gameplay.
- Requirements
- Permissions and credits
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A PORTRAIT OVERHAUL that replaces (and hopefully improves) all the characters. Only cosmetic, does not affect gameplay.
Intro
This mod was born as an experiment with the new artificial intelligence tools for the creation of digital art and as an exercise to improve my own graphical skills. So far I am satisfied with the end result.
Keep in mind that right now this mod is in 'beta' and until v1.0 some images will be placeholder (they still are an improvement over the originals I think).
I have tested that it works with Vanilla and BT Advanced 3062. Install only one version.
If you find any problems, have any suggestions or want to see something changed please let me know in the comments.
Hope you enjoy!
Requirements:
Commander Portrait Loader is a 'soft' requirement.
You can still use this without installing that mod but the portraits for Glitch, Behemoth and Dekker during the starting (tutorial) mission will not be updated, and only during that mission. Afterwards you'll see their portraits updated. That particular mission uses a different set of portraits that can only be changed with the aforementioned mod.
If you want to use Commander Portrait Loader but for any reason the version hosted on Nexus is giving you problems, install this one instead:
https://github.com/BattletechModders/CommanderPortraitLoader/releases/tag/2.0.4
Installation instructions
Just unpack the folders provided into your '\BATTLETECH\Mods' folder. Overwrite if asked.
What comes next?
Up to 1.0:
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* Re-do a couple of images that are placeholder and not up to standard.
* Fine tuning for consistency across all portraits (size, brightness, saturation, etc).
* Finish the remaining portraits!
1.0 onwards:
* Release compatibility packs for the big modpacks out there, or any other mods that I like/use (it might work as of 0.9.6 but I need confirmation, and yes, this mod does 'minor' json edits to make some changes work!)
* Try new 'stuff'™
FAQ
Q: Your installation instructions are weird... how do I install this?
A: Just unpack the provided folders into your '\Battletech\Mods\' folder. If you want to go the extra mile READ the description and install Command Portrait Loader (which I recommend). Figure out how to do that for yourself, you're a smart lad right?
Q: Can I install this during my current playthrough or I have to start a new one?
A: You can install this midgame, it should be fine and see every portrait updated no problemo. The exception being if you reload at the start of a campaign during the initial mission with Glitch, Behemoth and Dekker, those portraits work differently during that particular mission (I think), but who reloads at that point anyway?
Q: My pilots are going to a rave party or something? These portraits look too colourful...
A: I swear that they look better in-game surrounded by the darkness of interstellar space. Besides the game is already pretty grim and lifeless as it is, a little color won't hurt you. But let me know if I overdid it.
Q: I'm a mod author and want to add these images to my own modpack. Either for this, or another game. Can I?
A: You can, for the most part (check the 'permissions and credits' tab for details).
Q: Don't you know that changing the race/body type/gender/etc of someone's portrait is racist/fatphobic/misogynist/etc *mumble mumble*?
A: I don't care, I really don't. Please just leave...
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If you find this useful don't forget to ENDORSE, and you may want to try my other mods:
New Portraits
Music Replacer
Random Emblems
New Portraits
Music Replacer
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