CKAN
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Stellar Mod Loader
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| Fact | CKAN | Stellar Mod Loader |
|---|---|---|
| Conflict detection | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment method | copy | link |
| License | The project describes CKAN as open source and MIT-licensed. | The repository lists the GPL-3.0 license. |
| Mod source access | built-in | manual import |
| Platforms | The CKAN client is built for .NET using Mono and runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. | The project describes native clients for Windows and Linux, including Steam Deck. |
| Purpose | CKAN is a repository of Kerbal Space Program mod metadata and tools for finding, installing, and managing mods. | Stellar is a mod manager for Windows and Linux for games including Fallout, Oblivion, Skyrim, and Starfield. |
| Security | The project says it uses a free code-signing service and received a free code-signing certificate from the SignPath Foundation. | The repository is marked as licensed under GPL-3.0; the opened project pages make no security or compliance claims. |
| Support | The project directs users to troubleshooting documentation, GitHub issues, and its Discord server for help with the client. | The README directs users to check or create GitHub issues for bugs and feature or game support requests. |
| Supported platforms | multi-platform | multi-platform |
CKAN plans
- CKANFree
Stellar Mod Loader plans
No prices published.
Pick CKAN if…
CKAN suits Kerbal Space Program players who want to discover and manage mods while checking game-version compatibility and dependencies. Mod authors can also contribute or correct metadata.
Pick Stellar Mod Loader if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.