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Alternative Mod Launcher vs Modrex
Both stand on game mod managers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
AML brings mod organization, configuration, and basic compatibility checks together for players of the two supported games. Check its Steam, game, and Windows requirements before getting started.
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Free plan LinuxWindows
Modrex focuses on organizing and updating mods while keeping modded and vanilla launches separate. Its privacy defaults are clear, but Linux credential storage has an important limitation.
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| Alternative Mod Launcher | Modrex | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | modrex.net |
| On game mod managers | #29 of 79 | #25 of 79 |
Alternative Mod Launcher: what it does well
- Organizes mods with categories and profiles.
- Search and filtering help locate mods.
- Checks for duplicate IDs and selected conflicts.
- Can edit and save mod configurations.
- Free software released under GPLv3.
What to know first
- Requires Steam installed and running.
- Requires a supported XCOM game.
- Requires 64-bit Windows and .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later.
- Starts from an extracted ZIP; there is no installer.
Modrex: what it does well
- Free and open source
- Supports Linux and Windows
- Combines ModWorkshop and Nexus Mods
- Updates one or all outdated mods
- Offers modded and vanilla launches
What to know first
- Supports only five listed games
- Linux tokens may be stored in plain text
- Launcher compatibility varies by game
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