Ensure the mod is compatible with your version of the game (Base Game vs. Spaced Out! DLC).

By managing your mods manually, you gain full control over your colony's stability. Just remember to check for updates periodically to ensure compatibility with Klei’s official game patches!

You will see your manually installed mods listed. They are usually distinguished by a (local) rather than a Steam icon. Click the checkbox next to the mod to Enable it. The game will prompt you to Restart to apply changes. Troubleshooting Common Issues

This usually means the mod is outdated or missing a dependency (like PLib). Check the mod's documentation to see if it requires a specific "library" mod to function.

The final file path should look like this: ...\OxygenNotIncluded\mods\local\YourModName\mod_info.yaml 4. Enable Mods In-Game Once the files are in place, launch Oxygen Not Included . On the Main Menu, click the button.

Open the extracted folder. You should see a file named mod_info.yaml and a mod.dll (or a strings folder).

Manual installation ensures your carefully balanced colony doesn't break when a modder pushes an unexpected update. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your custom content running. 1. Locate Your Mod Folder

Copy your renamed mod folder into the \mods\local directory you located in Step 1.

/Users/USER/Library/Application Support/Klei/OxygenNotIncluded/mods/local Linux: ~/.config/unity3d/Klei/OxygenNotIncluded/mods/local

\Users\%USERNAME%\Documents\Klei\OxygenNotIncluded\mods\local