ExomodLoader is a tool for modding .exo files in I Was a Teenage Exocolonist. It loads "exomods," lightweight patch-based mods designed to allow for creation of and changes to game content without distribution of the game's internal code. ExomodLoader features persistent user settings, safety checks to ensure exomod and game version matching, and more.
- Windows 10+
Download the latest version from Releases and unzip the contents.
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Remember to back up your save data, usually found in /Documents/Exocolonist, before starting.
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Verify your game files are up to date. You can do this by right-clicking the game in your Steam library, selecting Properties, navigating to "Local Files" and then selecting "Verify integrity of game files..." Note: If you previously had exomods installed, this will remove them.
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In the ExomodLoader folder, place the exomod you'd like to use in "ModGoesHere" folder. (See help.txt for more.) If you don't have an exomod to apply and/or just want to test if ExomodLoader if working for you, the "ASmallGift" exomod has been provided for you. Its changees should be quickly visible when starting any "normal" run after the first.
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Inside the ExomodLoader folder, double-click
ExomodLoader.batto launch the loader. Note: you may see a prompt from Microsoft Defender about the risks of running an app from an unknown publisher. These risks are valid! Definately check out the source code and have some idea what's inside. If you feel comfortable continuing, you can do so by clicking "More Info" and then "Run Anyway." -
Follow the prompts provided. You will need to provide a path to your game files, unless you have already done so.
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When ExomodLoader confirms that your mod has been applied, you're done! Enjoy your modded version of I Was a Teenage Exocolonist!
See the open issues for a list of proposed features (and known issues).
Distributed under the GPL v2 License. See LICENSE for more information.