Mod DB AlternativesModding Apps like Mod DB

Mod DB is described as 'The largest website dedicated to supporting independent development of games including user generated game content, mods, addons and DLC. The aim of Mod DB is to unite developers, players and their ideas, empowering them to shape the games we play' and is a popular Modding app in the gaming software category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Mod DB, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux and Grand Theft Auto apps. The best Mod DB alternative is itch.io, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Mod DB are Nexus Mods, CurseForge, Steam Workshop and Mitch.

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Mod DB is the largest website dedicated to supporting independent development of games including user generated game content, mods, addons and DLC. The aim of Mod DB is to unite developers, players and their ideas,...

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Mod DB alternatives page was last updated Jun 9, 2024
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  1. itch.io icon

    itch.io

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    An online game marketplace and community. Also an app which manages downloading and updating of games acquired through the website.

    41 itch.io alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
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    itch.io Features

    1.  DRM Free
    2.  Games library
    3.  Content Discovery
    4.  Browser-based
    5.  Distribution
    6.  Open Revenue Sharing
    7.  Electron based
    8.  Two-factor Authentication
    9.  Ad-free

    itch.io VS Mod DB

     

    • itch.io is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Mod DB.

    • itch.io is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Mod DB.

    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceMod DB is Free and Proprietary
  2. Nexus Mods icon

    Nexus Mods

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    The Nexus Sites are a large network of community driven websites that support the free and open sharing of video game mods and downloadable content in a welcoming environment. Our focus is on providing simple yet powerful tools that make sharing game mods a pain-free and...

    24 Nexus Mods alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Linux
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    Nexus Mods Features

    1.  Moddable
    2.  DRM Free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Two-factor Authentication
    5.  Mods

    Nexus Mods VS Mod DB

     
  4. CurseForge icon

    CurseForge

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    Manage and install your add-ons all in one place with our desktop app. Download CurseForge App. Featured Projects.

    16 CurseForge alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • IL flagIsrael

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    Home - Website

    CurseForge Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Mods

    CurseForge VS Mod DB

     
  5. Steam Workshop icon

    Steam Workshop

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    The Steam Workshop is a central hub of player-created content and tools to publish, organize, and download that content into your games.

    16 Steam Workshop alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Steam Workshop screenshot 1

    Steam Workshop Features

    1.  Mods

    Steam Workshop VS Mod DB

     
  6. Mitch icon

    Mitch

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    Indie gaming is coming to mobile! With this app, you can easily install Android games from itch.io and keep them updated. This provides an alternative to the Google Play store for indie game developers and enthusiasts.

    36 Mitch alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • itch.io
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    Mitch VS Mod DB

     
  7. Game Banana icon

    Game Banana

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    GameBanana is a community of PC and console gamers who love to discuss, download, and share user-created game content. As well as fostering the creation of new content we maintain a large historic modification archive and always will.

    7 Game Banana alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Game Banana screenshot 1

    Game Banana Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Mods

    Game Banana VS Mod DB

     
  9. Arc icon

    Arc

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    Arc brings your favorite games, communities, media and entertainment together onto one easy-to-use platform.

    42 Arc alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    Arc screenshot 1

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  10. ModLand icon

    ModLand

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    Here you can find thousands of user created content for games - mods, like custom vehicles, maps, also tutorials, cheats and news about the latest games.

    23 ModLand alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    ModLand screenshot 1

    ModLand Features

    1.  Mods

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  11. Indie DB icon

    Indie DB

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    Indie DB the independent games site. News, insight and media direct from the developers. Powered by ramen noodles.

    14 Indie DB alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Online
    Indie DB screenshot 1

    Indie DB Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Tutorials
    3.  Mods

    Indie DB VS Mod DB

     
  12. RPGMaker.net icon

    RPGMaker.net

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    A site dedicated to games created using the popular RPGMaker software.

    14 RPGMaker.net alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online

    RPGMaker.net Features

    1.  RPG Maker

    RPGMaker.net VS Mod DB

     
  13. Schaken-Mods icon

    Schaken-Mods

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    A place focused on the whole community. Post your work, you have COMPLETE control over it (Delete it, hide it, ect.) and has more integration with more social media outlets than any other Gaming Mods site. The community is tied to discord also!.

    9 Schaken-Mods alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Schaken-Mods screenshot 1

    Schaken-Mods Features

    1.  Mods
    2.  Community-based
    3.  Moddable
    4.  Interactive tutorials
    5.  Embedded media

    Schaken-Mods VS Mod DB

     
  14. Indie Royale icon

    Indie Royale

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    Indie Royale is an indie game bundle website that offers up four top-quality indie titles every two weeks for you to purchase at seriously silly prices. All you need to do is pay the price stated - or pay more - and the four games currently featured will be yours to keep forever.

    10 Indie Royale alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    Indie Royale screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    Site was a joint venture with Desura (also discontinued) and no longer seems to exist.

    Indie Royale VS Mod DB

     

    • Indie Royale is the most popular commercial alternative to Mod DB.

    • Indie Royale is Paid and ProprietaryMod DB is Free and Proprietary
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