Upon world generation, the game copies your mod to /data/installed_mods/ . Key 2026 Modding Tips
: Subfolder for raw files (.txt) defining new items, creatures, or reactions. graphics/ : Subfolder for new sprites. scripts/ : (Optional) Subfolder for .lua scripts. Example info.txt content:
If your mod includes scripts, it should be designed to run with DFHack , the primary tool for automated management and advanced, user-friendly gameplay modifications. DwarfFortressMod.zip
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Add a tileset.txt to graphics/ to make items visually unique. 3. Implementing the Mod Upon world generation, the game copies your mod
For complex behavioral changes, create init.lua in your mod root.
Modify existing creatures or plants.
Extract your mod folder into the Dwarf Fortress/mods/ directory.