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Here is some information that is useful for modding Endless Space 2

Types of Modifications

  • Standalone: Should be used for a massive modification with a lot of different content, additions and changes. It is totally independent and cannot be launched with other modifications. It replaces the public folder which means all content within should also be present in your modification.
  • Conversion: Implies a major change to existing files. Only 1 conversion can be launched at a time but you can add Extension modifications in the meantime if you want.
  • Extension: Perfect for any addition. You can launch as many as you want.

Create a Modification

The community folder

If not already existing, create a new folder named Community within the Endless Space 2 user folder. It's in this folder that you will place your modification folders.

  • On PC: My Documents\Endless Space 2
  • On Mac: in “Library” then open the folder Application support\Endless Space 2

Mod Manager

In game, you can access the mod manager from the main menu which will list all installed or available modifications.

Modification Types

  • Workshop: The modification is from the workshop, Steam's content distribution platform.
  • Local: The modification source is the community folder located in your user folder.

Activate and Deactivate

When you select them and click the Confirm button, the interface is reloaded and these modifications are activated. Do the same operation if you want to disable them.

Steam Workshop

Before uploading or updating a modification, be sure to have accepted the last Steam subscriber agreement or your mod will not appear on Steam Workshop. A subscriber agreement reminder button is displayed on the top right or the mod manager screen.

Upload and Update

If a local modification is not already uploaded to Steam Workshop, an upload button will be displayed in the mod manager. This will allow you to upload your modification to the Steam Workshop. If a local modification has already uploaded to Steam Workshop, an update button will be displayed in the mod manager. This will allow you to update an already existing modification on the Steam Workshop. Open the Steam Workshop within the Steam overlay Confirm which mods will be activated or disabled

Notes

  • For the best modding experience, ensure that the in game Steam overlay is enabled for Endless Space 2.