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Introducing mod.ioAdd mod support to your game with mod.io, a modern approach that gives you control and works on all platforms.

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Join us on DiscordNeed to talk to the team behind mod.io. We are all on Discord and ready to chat.

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Test environment liveOur test environment is up and running, allowing you to debug your usage before going live on the mod.io platform.

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Getting Startedmod.io manages the searching, storage and distribution of mods, so you can focus on creating a game that delivers amazing content, and improves the experience for everyone.

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SDK contribution guideLearn how to build and contribute to the mod.io SDK.

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SDK C++ integrationSetup mod.io in your C++ project with compiler specific guides and sample projects.

Setup Integration SDK C plus plus
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We are live!After a long period of development, testing and refinement - the mod.io API has launched and is now available for developers to integrate into their games.

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Privacy Policy and Terms of Use UpdatedBy now, you've probably been inundated with emails from sites updating their privacy policy and terms of use, so lets get down to business.

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Meet us at E3 2018We will be attending E3 2018, keen to chat to modders, game developers and engine providers about mod.io integration.

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Mod UI inspirationWe've collected mod UI's designed by popular games, so you can use them for inspiration when creating an interface to browse mods in your game.

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Gamescom here we comeWill you be attending Gamescom this year? If so and you'd like to meet the team let us know!

Gamescom Conference Meet Chat
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Market your gameOne of the strengths of working with us, is we are invested in your success and ready to promote your game once live on mod.io.

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Python integrationUsing mod.io with Python should be easier, thanks to this community created API wrapper.

Python Community API
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Rust integrationUsing mod.io in Rust should be easier now thanks to a community made wrapper by Gonzo.

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Mods on consolesAs consoles become more PC like and studios explore new ways to engage and grow their player base, mods on consoles seems a real possibility. Paradox Interactive and Xbox are leading the charge, I take a look at what that means, why it's important to consider and how we intend on moving in this direction.

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Quick id lookupAre you using the mod.io API and want to quickly locate the profile of a piece of content but only have it's ID? We've built a tool to make finding that ID easy!

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Unity PluginWe are extremely excited to officially announce the launch of the mod.io Unity Plugin, which makes it easy for Unity game developers to support in-game mod browsing and installs.

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Steam & GOG authStarting with Steam and GOG, mod.io now supports instant authentication for your players on these platforms with more to come.

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FAQConsidering using mod.io but have a question about our business or product? Here are the most common ones.

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ModBot for DiscordInvite the official mod.io ModBot to your Discord server, and be notified when mods for your favorite games are updated.

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mod.io @ E3 2019We're taking mod.io on the road - this time to E3 in LA.

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Uptime & TransparencyIntroducing a public status page that monitors our availability and growth.

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Oculus authGames released using the Oculus SDK can now authenticate instantly with mod.io, using our latest 3rd party auth flow.

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How moderating worksHaving a clear moderation process is critical to maintain a healthy and creative user-generated content community. This guide explains how moderating content works on mod.io.

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Unreal Engine livestreamWith the official launch of the Unreal Engine 4 plugin for mod.io just around the corner, we are joining Victor and the team on the Unreal Engine livestream to chat about mods and how easy it is to use mod.io in your game.

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Unreal PluginAfter months of development, we are excited to announce the launch of the official mod.io plugin for Unreal Engine 4, featuring a blueprint and C++ interface.

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Mods on mobileOnly a few years ago mods were a PC-only feature. Since then we've seen user-generated content emerge in more places and it looks like mobile is the next frontier!

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SnowRunner Creator RewardsAnnouncing the SnowRunner Creator Rewards Program in partnership with mod.io, to reward top modders monthly.

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Going to GDC 2020?At this stage we are planning to scale back our attendance on the show floor, but continue meeting developers and studios in-person.

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We've raised seed funding!mod.io raises $1m USD funding to expand its store and platform agnostic user-generated content service to more game developers.

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Mods on VRThree VR games have added mod support powered by mod.io, on Steam, Oculus (Rift + Quest) and Viveport.

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Creator Rewards Winners!Each month we shall be updating this post with the winners in the Snowrunner Creator Rewards program.

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Preview URLs for mods and gamesShare private URLs to give early access to hidden content you have submitted to mod.io.

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Poll: what mod features matter?We're interested to learn from game developers what features you want a mod platform like mod.io to provide your game and creator community.

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How UGC works in ROBLOXThe ROBLOX S-1 is a fascinating look at the world's largest UGC game. Here's our take on what makes ROBLOX unique, and what we believe has contributed to it's massive success.

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Sequoia Surge & Makers Fund lead $4m investment in mod.ioBIG DAY for mod.io, as we welcome Sequoia Capital India's Surge and Makers Fund, on our journey to bring UGC to more games and platforms, and provide studios with a turnkey solution for launching integrated UGC communities.

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Updates to TermsWe're making some changes to our policies that apply to all users, creators and developers using mod.io to keep up with new features, changing legal requirements and user feedback. Read on for the details.

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Haxe integrationIntegrating mod.io on Haxe games should be easier now with this SDK wrapper.

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Choosing an API versioning systemThere are many ways to version an API, each with pros and cons that need to be considered to balance developer convenience, ease of use and upgradability. Read on for how we addressed API versioning at mod.io.

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Mods for ResearchWhere to take your game next?  Mods are great market research.

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UX/UI Designer and Frontend DeveloperMelbourne, Australia - Full Time role to join the mod.io team.

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Add mod support to a Unity game in 48 hours with mod.io Who said that mod integration needs to be complex? The creators of Neanderfall certainly don’t. Supporting user generated content is easy through mod.io, with a pre-built Unity Plugin and instant setup.

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Insurgency Sandstorm Mapping Contest 2020Insurgency Sandstorm mapping contest 2020 is kicking off soon! Keep reading for how to join in for the chance to win some awesome prizes.

Modding Sandstorm Insurgency New World Interactive Mapping Contest
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Optimizing Mod Discovery & ImplementationThe concept of a platform to share user-generated content sounds relatively simple on the surface - a modder uploads their creation, the player downloads it - but in reality, there are significant technical and logistical challenges that go into making a platform like mod.io work, in a way both developers and players come to expect.
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The Past, Present, and Future of ModdingOur mission at mod.io is to push the boundaries of modding and evolve the relationship between players and game developers - but to understand the future of user-generated content, it’s essential to understand its history and why modding has proven so successful.

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Mod support on consoles? It's easier than you think!With Xbox Series X and Playstation 5 launching around the world, we’ve noticed a lot of speculation about what will be possible on the new generation of consoles, with the desire for mod support being one of the big talking points among console gamers.

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Join us at Technically Games live this Saturday!Are you ready to learn more about the importance of modding and UGC in gaming? Join our CEO, Scott Reismanis, who will be giving a talk at the Technically Games conference this Saturday, November 21st, at 1:30 pm AEDT.

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How to support mods and UGC in your next gameAs game studios become increasingly aware of the importance of modding and UGC, there’s one question we’re seeing asked more and more often - just how do you develop an easily moddable game?

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Join us at Game Stack Live this April 20-21st and discovery the future of UGCWe're heading to Game Stack Live, a two-day digital event that focuses on all things game development. Join us at our booth to learn more about how supporting mods and user-generated content can help grow your creator community in-game and out.
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Modding is the gateway to a career in game developmentLearn why modding your favourite video games isn't just a hobby - it's a great way to discover your passion for game development and refine your skills - all while bolstering your résumé and building a portfolio of work to improve your prospects with future potential employeers.

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Skater XL setting records with UGC on consolesLast week saw three massive launches on mod.io, with Skater XL and SnowRunner both bringing mod support to consoles for the first time, along with the excellent TABS Unit Creator all seeing huge numbers and exponential growth in player engagement.

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How UGC can extend the shelf-life of your gamesModding communities have a long history of creating new, innovative content for games that keep players coming back for more. Learn how embracing mods and user-generated content can extend the shelf life of your games, and allow you to adapt and remain relevant in a fast-trending industry.
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Andy Swanson joins mod.io to grow UGC in gamesFormer Discord Head of Publisher Relations, Andy Swanson, has joined mod.io to continue expansion of UGC in games across PC, consoles and mobile.

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How Great User Experiences Can Boost Engagement with UGCAs UGC becomes more widely adopted, and the quality and quantity of content continue to increase, being able to easily access, browse and discover content is more important than ever before. Here are 5 key reasons why we think user-experience is critical to the future of UGC.
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