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BetterCrossbows
Enhanced crossbow mechanics for Valheim with configurable reload times, movement freedom, and stamina management. Features ServerSync for multiplayer compatibility.
| Date uploaded | 9 months ago |
| Version | 1.0.1 |
| Download link | xtavim-BetterCrossbows-1.0.1.zip |
| Downloads | 4234 |
| Dependency string | xtavim-BetterCrossbows-1.0.1 |
This mod requires the following mods to function
denikson-BepInExPack_Valheim
BepInEx pack for Valheim. Preconfigured with the correct entry point for mods and preferred defaults for the community.
Preferred version: 5.4.2333README
BetterCrossbows
Enhanced crossbow mechanics for Valheim with configurable reload times, movement freedom, and stamina management. Features ServerSync for multiplayer compatibility.
Features
🏹 Crossbow Enhancements
- Configurable Reload Time: Adjust crossbow reload speed (1-10 seconds, default 4)
- Reload While Moving: Removes movement restrictions, allowing reloading while moving, jumping, or performing other actions
- Stamina Management: Option to disable stamina drain during reload
🧠 Smart Reload System
- Movement Freedom: When enabled, crossbows can reload while moving
- Stamina Control: Toggle stamina consumption during reload on/off
- Immediate Application: Changes apply instantly to all crossbows
Configuration
ServerSync Settings
- Lock Configuration: When enabled, only server admins can change settings
Crossbow Settings
- Crossbow Enabled: Main functionality toggle
- Crossbow Loading Time: Reload duration in seconds (1-10, less = faster)
- Reload While Moving: Remove movement restrictions to allow reloading while moving/jumping
- Reload Stamina Drain: Toggle stamina consumption during reload
Recommended Mods
Pair BetterCrossbows with SaveCrossbowState by Azumatt for a better crossbow experience. SaveCrossbowState saves crossbow loaded state when switching weapons, preventing unnecessary reloads.
Changelog
See CHANGELOG.md for version history.
License
This mod is provided as-is for the Valheim community.
CHANGELOG
Changelog
[1.0.1] - 2025-01-31
Updated
- Mod icon
[1.0.0] - 2025-01-31
Added
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Crossbow Enhancements
- Configurable reload time (1-10 seconds)
- Reload while moving functionality
- Stamina management during reload
- Automatic crossbow detection
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Smart Reload System
- Movement freedom during reload
- Configurable stamina consumption
- Immediate application of changes
- Crossbow-specific optimizations
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ServerSync Integration
- Multiplayer configuration synchronization
- Server admin control with lock functionality
- Automatic config syncing between server and clients
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Configuration Options
- Independent toggles for all features
- Real-time application of configuration changes
- BepInEx Configuration Manager integration
