mod.io is an API and SDK for hosting mods created by the team behind ModDB.com and IndieDB.com, similar to Steam Workshop, but with cross-platform support. It can be integrated in-game using the REST API, C/C++ SDK or engine plugins (if available) Unity and Unreal Engine are ready.
Features include:
- Platform agnostic (support 1 click mod installs on Steam, Epic Games Store, Discord, GOG, itch.ioand even consoles in the future)
- Clientless (mod.io has no other dependencies and works behind the scenes in your game)
- Embeddable web app UI, so you can integrate your mod community anywhere
- Powerful search, filtering and tagging of mods
- Moderation and reporting systems built-in
Steps to getting mod.io integrated:
- Add your game to our test environment or production
- Read our API documentation for an overview of how mod.io works
- Choose an Engine Plugin, API or SDK to integrate mod.io into your game and mod making tools
- Ready to launch? Add your game to our production environment then let's discuss promoting your release
- Need help? Our team is available on Discord to assist and our getting started guide has more information for you
Benefits of using mod.io:
mod.io offers the same core functionality as Steamworks Workshop (1 click mod installs in-game), plus mod hosting, moderation and all of the critical pieces needed. Where we differ is our approach to modding and the flexibility a REST API offers. For example:
- Our API is not dependent on a client or SDK, allowing you to run mod.io in many places such as your homepage and launchers
- Designing a good mod browsing UI is hard, our plugins ship with a UI built in to save you a lot of effort and help your mods stand out
- We don’t apply rules globally, so if you want to enable patronage, sales or other experimental features, reach out to discuss
- Our platform is built by the super experienced ModDB.com team and is continually improving for your benefit
- Your community can consume the mod.io API to build modding fan sites or discord bots if they want
Large studios and publishers:
A private white label option is available to license, if you want a fully featured mod-platform that you can control and host in-house. Contact us to discuss.
Find out more:
Visit mod.io | About us | Add your game | Chat on Discord