QoL Mods

QoL mods do not make Kenshi easier. They make it less annoying — and that is a different, very welcome thing.

Quality-of-life mods that remove tedium without touching difficulty or balance.

What This Covers

Quality-of-life mods streamline interface, squad management, building and inventory handling. They cut clicks and confusion, not challenge.

Compatibility

Generally safe and lightweight. A few that change building or UI deeply can conflict with overhauls — read each mod's notes.

Beginner Friendliness

Excellent for new players. QoL mods make Kenshi's harsh systems easier to operate without removing the harshness itself.

Recommended Mods

Faster characters animations
Speeds up slow interaction animations like sitting and crafting.
Build it yourself / better building
Improves the base-building interface and placement.
Living World
Adds variety and life to towns and NPC behaviour.
Animal Backpacks
Lets pack animals carry far more, easing loot logistics.
Wanderer's Note

“Buy a Bonedog puppy early and raise it through your squad’s fights.”

QoL Mods
Category
Quality of life
Risk
Low
Affects
Convenience, not balance
Beginner
Recommended