BepInEx
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| Fact | BepInEx | Hollow Knight Modding API |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | BepInEx is installed manually by downloading the correct build and placing its contents in the game's root folder. | Users can copy the release zip contents into the Hollow Knight game folder or use Scarab. |
| License | The project is open source under the LGPL-2.1 license. | The project is distributed under the MIT license. |
| Purpose | BepInEx is a plugin and modding framework for Unity Mono, Unity IL2CPP, and .NET Framework games, including XNA, FNA, and MonoGame. | It is a Hollow Knight modding API and loader used mainly for compatibility between mods. |
BepInEx plans
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Hollow Knight Modding API plans
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Pick BepInEx if…
BepInEx suits players modding supported games and developers building game plugins. It is for users comfortable with manual installation and checking build compatibility.
Pick Hollow Knight Modding API if…
It suits Hollow Knight players who want to use mods that depend on a shared compatibility loader. Mod developers may also find the included examples and linked API documentation useful.