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BepInEx vs Cyber Engine Tweaks
Both stand on game mod loaders. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+1
BepInEx provides mod loading and plugin development tools for several game frameworks. Check the game's compatibility and choose a build carefully, especially where stable support matters.
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Cyber Engine Tweaks provides scripting, modding, and developer tools for Cyberpunk 2077. Install RED4ext first, and expect to restart the game after changing its patches.
Visit Cyber Engine TweaksThe facts
| BepInEx | Cyber Engine Tweaks | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | github.com |
| On game mod loaders | #1 of 26 | #4 of 26 |
BepInEx: what it does well
- Supports Unity and .NET Framework game types
- Includes configuration, logging, and patching tools
- Runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Open source under the LGPL-2.1 license
What to know first
- Installation requires manual file placement
- Only Unity Mono has stable releases
- BepInEx 6 documentation is work in progress
- BepInEx 5 plugins do not work with the 6.0.0 pre-release
Cyber Engine Tweaks: what it does well
- Free framework for Cyberpunk 2077.
- Supports Lua scripting and internal features.
- Includes console and TweakDB editor.
- Has configurable quality-of-life patches.
- Linux use is documented through Proton.
What to know first
- RED4ext must be installed first.
- Patch changes require a game restart.
- Linux support is documented through Proton.
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