Goblin Nest: How Do You Install Mods?

What you need to know

The current way to add content to Goblin Nest is through the Goblin Nest eXtender (GNX) framework. A community‑made patcher utility (GBF) works with GNX and supports version 1.36 of the game. Mods built for older versions (e.g., 1.33) will not load on newer game builds unless the mod author updates them.

Step by step

1. Download GNX

   • Go to the GNX repository and download the latest release package.
   • Extract the zip to a folder you can easily access (for example, C:\Games\GoblinNest\GNX).

2. Download the GBF patcher utility

   • Obtain the GBF release (the compiled GBF‑windows.exe file).
   • Save it in the same folder where you placed GNX or in another convenient location.

3. Run the GBF utility

   • Double‑click GBF‑windows.exe.
   • If the file appears as “Unconfirmed … .crdownload”, the download did not finish; re‑download the file until it saves as a normal .exe.
   • The utility will detect the GNX folder automatically; if not, browse to the folder you created in step 1.

4. Add a mod

   • Obtain a mod zip that is built for the GNX framework.
   • Drag the mod zip onto the GNX window (or use the “Add Mod” button in the GBF utility).
   • The tool will unpack the mod into the appropriate sub‑folders.

5. Check game version compatibility

   • The GBF utility will compare the mod’s target version with your installed game version.
   • If the mod reports “incompatible with game ver 1.38”, it was compiled for an older version (e.g., 1.33). You will need either a newer version of the mod or to run the game on the older version it targets.

6. Launch the game through GNX

   • In the GBF/ GNX interface, click the “Play” or “Launch” button.
   • The game will start with the selected mods loaded.

7. Verify the mod is active

   • Once in‑game, look for the mod’s changes (new items, altered UI, etc.).
   • If nothing appears, repeat step 4 and ensure the mod’s folder structure matches GNX’s expectations.

Tips

• Always use the latest GNX release – older GNX versions may not recognize newer mod packaging.
• Match versions – a mod built for 1.33 will not work on 1.38 unless the author updates it. Look for a version‑specific release or contact the mod creator.
• Avoid incomplete downloads – a .crdownload file indicates the download stopped; delete it and download again.
• Keep backups – before installing a new mod, copy your original GoblinNest folder. This lets you revert if a mod breaks the launch.
• Read the GBF readme – the utility’s own instructions contain extra details on folder layout and troubleshooting.
• Community help – if a mod still refuses to load, check the Steam forum thread for any recent compatibility patches or user‑provided fixes.