mod.io

mod.io is a platform designed to support modding in games on PC, consoles and mobile devices. It's a full-featured foundation for game developers and publishers to incorporate user-generated content (UGC) and mods into their games.

mod.io lets developers send UGC and mods to players with a powerful API, SDK and plugins for popular game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine. That makes it relatively easy for developers who aren't experts in low-level programming to add support. The service also comes with a variety of tools to help manage UGC, including live metrics and insights dashboards, content moderation and monetization options.

Among other things, mod.io offers:

• White Label Integration: In-game and out-of-game branding options, along with single sign-on (SSO) support.
• End-to-End Content Management: UGC and mod management in the game and on the game's website.
• Live Metrics and Insights: Dashboards that show real-time metrics and insights into player engagement and content performance.
• Premium UGC Monetization: Options to monetize UGC through a partner program, creator self-onboarding, customizable revenue sharing and creator payouts.
• Modular In-Game UI: Pre-built, customizable UIs for Unity and Unreal Engine to display community creations.
• Targeted Releases and Moderation: Per-platform moderation and version control that lets developers release content to PC, console and mobile devices individually.
• Rule Engine Moderation: Scalable, intelligent moderation tools that let developers set automated rules and actions, including integration with AI or other third-party tools.

More than 150 games rely on mod.io, including Dying Light 2 Stay Human, SnowRunner and Bandai Namco's Park Beyond. The service promises a user-friendly, secure and scalable foundation for UGC in games, helping to keep players engaged and involved in the game community.

mod.io offers documentation to help developers get started and support for developers and publishers of all sizes. By using mod.io, game developers can build a powerful, easy-to-use environment that encourages creativity, community and long-term game longevity.

Published on July 6, 2024