Not Included How To Install Mods Manually top: Oxygen

Installing mods manually for Oxygen Not Included (ONI) is often necessary for players on the Epic Games Store or those using standalone versions who cannot access the Steam Workshop directly. 1. Locate Your Local Mods Folder

ONI looks for manual mods in a specific "Local" directory rather than the Steam-managed folders. You must navigate to the appropriate path based on your operating system: %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Klei\OxygenNotIncluded\mods\Local\

/Users/[USERNAME]/Library/Application Support/unity.Klei.Oxygen Not Included/mods/Local/ ~/.config/unity3d/Klei/Oxygen Not Included/mods/Local/ folder does not exist within the directory, you must create it manually. 2. Prepare the Mod Files When you download a mod manually (from sources like Steam Workshop downloader ), it usually arrives as a Klei Entertainment Forums Extract the Zip oxygen not included how to install mods manually

: Unzip the contents into a new, dedicated folder named after the mod. Verify Structure : Open your new mod folder. You should see a mod_info.yaml file, and typically a : Avoid "double-nesting" (e.g., mods/Local/MyMod/MyMod/files

). The game will not recognize the mod if its core files are buried too deep. 3. Install the Mod Move your prepared mod folder (containing the files) directly into the folder you found in Step 1. 4. Enable In-Game Installing mods manually for Oxygen Not Included (ONI)

Once the files are in place, you must activate them within the game client: Oxygen Not Included from the main menu.

Find your manually added mod in the list (it may be labeled under a "Local" category). button next to it. Restart the game Backup Your Save : Before installing mods, it's

to apply the changes. Most mods require a full restart to load their code properly. Steam Community How to install mods for Oxygen not included (on Steam)

Installing mods manually for Oxygen Not Included (ONI) is a straightforward process, but it requires navigating through your computer's hidden folders. This guide will walk you through the steps for both the Steam and Epic Games versions of the game.

Tips and Considerations

Backup Your Save: Before installing mods, it's a good idea to back up your current game save to prevent any potential data loss.
Version Compatibility: Ensure the mod is compatible with your version of ONI. Outdated mods can cause game instability or crashes.
Be Cautious: Only download mods from trusted sources to avoid malware. Always read user reviews and check mod activity (when was it last updated) to assess its safety and functionality.
Managing Multiple Mods: If you're installing multiple mods, make sure they are compatible with each other. Some mods might conflict, causing issues.

Step 4: Installing the Mod

Extract the contents of the .zip file. You should see a folder structure similar to what exists in the game's Mods directory.
Move the extracted folder (which contains the mod's files) into the Mods directory you found or created in Step 2.

Step 1: Finding the Mods Folder

Open File Explorer: Navigate to your computer's files.
Locate the ONI Folder: By default, Oxygen Not Included is installed in your Steam directory, which is usually C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common on Windows. Look for the OxygenNotIncluded folder within.

7) Quick checklist before asking for help or reporting issues

Is the mod intended for your ONI version? (check mod page/update notes)
Did you extract the zip so the mod folder is not double‑nested?
Is the mod placed in the correct location for the loader you're using?
Checked the game log for errors and noted any stack traces or filenames?
Tested with only that mod enabled?

1. Introduction

Oxygen Not Included (Klei Entertainment) supports mods through its built-in Steam Workshop, but manual installation is necessary for non-Steam versions (Epic Games Store, GOG, or standalone) or for mods downloaded from external sources (e.g., GitHub, Klei Forums, or third-party repositories). This document outlines the precise steps for manual mod installation, file structure, and troubleshooting.