MelonLoader
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VisitMelonLoader vs RED4ext
What both publish
| Fact | MelonLoader | RED4ext |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | After first launch, Loader.cfg exposes loader, console, logging, Mono debugger and Unity/Il2Cpp settings. | The configuration file is red4ext/config.ini in the game directory and is automatically created with default values when the game starts if missing. |
| License | The repository states MelonLoader is licensed under Apache License, Version 2.0. | The GitHub repository lists the project under the MIT license. |
| Logging | Runtime logs are written under MelonLoader/Logs in the game installation directory. | Configuration supports global log levels, log flushing, a maximum number of rotated files, and a maximum log file size. |
| Purpose | MelonLoader describes itself as a universal mod loader for Unity games compatible with both Il2Cpp and Mono. | RED4ext is a script extender for Cyberpunk 2077 that lets modders interact with or extend the game's scripting system. |
MelonLoader plans
- MelonLoaderFree
RED4ext plans
- RED4extFree
Pick MelonLoader if…
MelonLoader suits Unity game players who want to load mods or plugins, as well as developers working on them. Android and Oculus Quest users should note that support is still in progress.
Pick RED4ext if…
RED4ext suits Cyberpunk 2077 modders building or managing plugins for a Windows game installation. Developers need to target x86-64 and use the __fastcall calling convention.