BepInEx
7.2#2 in game mod loadersFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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Satisfactory Mod Loader
6.4#4 in game mod loadersFree planFree planLinuxWindows
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| Fact | BepInEx | Satisfactory Mod Loader |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | BepInEx is installed manually by downloading the correct build and placing its contents in the game's root folder. | The project’s release instructions say to install SML through Satisfactory Mod Manager rather than manually. |
| Purpose | BepInEx is a plugin and modding framework for Unity Mono, Unity IL2CPP, and .NET Framework games, including XNA, FNA, and MonoGame. | Satisfactory Mod Loader is an unofficial tool for loading mods in Satisfactory. |
BepInEx plans
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- BepInEx FreeFree
Satisfactory Mod Loader plans
- Satisfactory Mod LoaderFree
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 Satisfactory Mod Loader if…
SML suits Satisfactory players who want to load mods, and developers who need a framework or helper utilities. Linux users should note that support is listed for servers, not clients.