

- #HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 INSTALL#
- #HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 MODS#
- #HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 SERIES#
- #HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 ZIP#
Running the game should now display the Cinders MOD version (ex. ^ This should be done by default with your download of Cinders but you can always check if everything is correct.ĥ. modOverrideDirectory ("\Cinders" if it's not already) useModOverrideDirectory (and set it to "1" if its not already) LoadlooseParams (and set it to "1" if its not already) After you did all the above open "modengine.ini" and look for:
#HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 ZIP#
zip files with 7-Zip, since WinRAR is known for causing installation issues.ģ. If you are only updating, just download the MAIN FILE, or MODELS FILE if it has changed.Ģ.Download the MAIN FILE, MODELS FILE, and CINDERS SETUP FILE: "Cinders X.XX" from Nexus. Make sure there are no other added mods.Ħ. Recommended to move your save files (type %appdata%/DarkSoulsIII in your PC) elsewhere if you don't want to lose your unmoded saves.ĥ. That means you'll only be able to play with other banned people on a separate banned server.Ĥ. ^ Be aware that this action will surely get you flagged and banned. blockNetworkAccess (and set it to "0" to allow online play) If you want to play Online, set the in-game option back to "Play Online" and open "modengine.ini" and look for: Set the in-game "Launch Setting" in the menu screen to "Play Offline" before you install. This mod only works if your game is in English (this can be done by changing the main language of Steam): Settings -> Interface -> Select English.ģ.
#HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 INSTALL#
Without doing this, you'll get the "Save Data is Corrupted" message (only needed the first time you install this mod on a brand new account, not affected by updates).Ģ. You'll need to create a vanilla save game before installing Cinders: run the game, create a character, finish the initial cutscene then quit out. Making it possible to modify post-processing effects, textures, ambient occlusion, and more, GeDoSaTo pretty much set the stage for anyone who was interested in making DS2 mods.1. GeDoSaTo doesn’t only let you do that, but goes much further: allowing for more in-depth texture modding of the game. With DS2’s native resolution being 1024×720, Durante wanted to be able to play the game at a higher resolution. GeDoSaTo, created by modder Durante, stands for Generic DownSampling Tool.
#HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 MODS#
Modding was virtually impossible before GeDoSaTo, so it is required to run almost all mods out there. GeDoSaTo is almost always the first things you’ll hear when talking about DS2 mods. Just keep in mind that modding in this game may get you soft banned, so read up on some guides to do it wisely. I’ve already gone through what’s available and compiled a list of the absolute best mods you should try for this game. With Dark Souls 2, however, there are much stricter anti-cheat policies making it difficult for modders to push content for the game. With such a strong community behind it, fans are still finding ways to improve on these games.

#HOW TO USE NEXUS MOD MANAGER FOR DARK SOULS 2 SERIES#
It seems like the Souls series is something you’ll either love or hate, and those who love it seem to really love it. Dark Souls fans are some of the most hardcore gamers out there.
