# Skeletal Chainsaw

> Model swaps the chainsaw to a skeletal chainsaw model and adds a customizable flashlight.

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [RegiToXic](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/regitoxic). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/regitoxic/skeletal-chainsaw(alpha)

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.1.5 (released 2026-01-15)
- **Category:** Model Swap
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 3,629 (as of 2026-09-30)
- **Followers:** 0
- **First published:** 2024-04-11
- **Last release:** 2026-01-15

## Install

1. Install RedLoader, the Sons of the Forest mod loader (RedManager can do it for you).
2. Download the mod and put it in the `_RedLoader/Mods` folder inside the game directory.
3. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

Download 1.1.5: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/regitoxic/skeletal-chainsaw(alpha)/download/1.1.5
Full guide: https://sotf-mods.com/install

## Compatibility

untested on the current patch.
Details and field reports: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/regitoxic/skeletal-chainsaw(alpha)#compatibility

## Description

Features:

1. Skeletal Chainsaw model swap which has glowing eyes. The texture color emissions can be customized with any color.
2. A flashlight that you can customize the color and intensity of.
3. Can turn off or reduce the stamina cost for hold attacks in settings. Requires a reequip for changes to take effect.

   Compatibility:
   -Not compatible with the Pochita Chainsaw mod for obvious reasons.
   -Stamina Drain is not functional when using Franky's Mod Menu. But infinite stamina can be set in it.
   -Tested with Axel's Mod Menu. Seems to be working fine.
   I haven't tested all mods yet. However it would likely only have issues with mods that alter stamina or change the chainsaw in any way.

   Credits: Huge tanks to Franky, Shoko and Toni Macaroni. Each of them provided some code used to create this mod and all of them gave me some helpful advice needed to learn how to make this mod. Also special thanks to I'm Axel for the great modding tutorials.

   To dos:

   1.Battery drain rate adjustment option in settings.
   2.Maximizing performance.
   3.Further bug testing.
   4.Checking for mod conflicts.

## Changelog 1.1.5 (2026-01-15)

1. Fixed power drain not functioning and causing null reference exceptions.
2. Fixed color changing not working.
3. Fixed a bunch of dreaded and not needed loops running on this mod.

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/regitoxic/skeletal-chainsaw(alpha)/versions

## FAQ

### Does Skeletal Chainsaw work in multiplayer?

The author has not stated multiplayer support yet. Check the comments and the field reports of other players.

### How do I install Skeletal Chainsaw?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download Skeletal Chainsaw 1.1.5 from this page and put it in the \_RedLoader/Mods folder inside your game directory. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

### What does Skeletal Chainsaw need?

Only Sons of the Forest on Steam and RedLoader. It has no other dependencies.

### Does Skeletal Chainsaw work on the current game patch?

There are no compatibility reports yet. If you try it, add a field report.

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Source: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/regitoxic/skeletal-chainsaw(alpha) · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.