Quick Installation Summary
Time Required: 5-10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy (no coding required)
Steps:
- Install BepInEx framework
- Launch game once to initialize
- Download and install mods
Prerequisites
Before installing mods, ensure you have:
- โ Super Battle Golf installed on Steam (PC version only)
- โ Windows 10/11 (mods not available on Mac/Linux)
- โ Basic file extraction software (WinRAR, 7-Zip, or Windows built-in)
- โ Administrator access to your PC
- Mods are not officially supported by Brimstone Games
- Some mods may cause crashes or conflicts
- Backup your save files before modding (optional but recommended)
- Mods may break after game updates
Method 1: Manual Installation (Recommended for Beginners)
This method gives you full control and is easier to troubleshoot.
Step 1: Install BepInEx Framework
BepInEx is the modding framework that allows Super Battle Golf to load custom code.
Download BepInEx
- Visit BepInEx on Thunderstore
- Click the "Manual Download" button
- Save the .zip file (usually named "BepInExPack_SuperBattleGolf.zip")
Locate Your Game Folder
- Open Steam
- Right-click Super Battle Golf in your library
- Select Properties
- Go to Installed Files tab
- Click "Browse"
๐ก Your game folder path will look like: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Super Battle Golf\
Extract BepInEx to Game Folder
- Extract the downloaded BepInEx .zip file to a temporary location
- Open the extracted folder (you should see folders like "BepInEx", "doorstop_libs", etc.)
- Copy ALL files and folders from the extracted folder
- Paste them into your game folder (where SuperBattleGolf.exe is located)
- If asked to merge folders, click "Yes"
Verify BepInEx Files
Your game folder should now contain:
- ๐
BepInEx/folder - ๐
doorstop_libs/folder - ๐
doorstop_config.inifile - ๐
winhttp.dllfile - ๐
SuperBattleGolf.exe(original game file)
Step 2: Initialize BepInEx
Launch the Game
- Start Super Battle Golf through Steam
- A console window (black text window) should appear alongside the game
- Wait for the game to fully load to the main menu
- Close the game
Verify Plugin Folder Created
- Go back to your game folder
- Open the
BepInEx/folder - You should now see a
plugins/folder - This is where you'll install mods
Step 3: Install Your First Mod
Download a Mod
- Visit Thunderstore
- Browse and select a mod (try "MoreGolfers" for your first mod)
- Click "Manual Download"
- Save the .zip file
Extract and Install Mod
- Extract the mod .zip file
- Look for
.dllfiles (usually in a "plugins" folder inside the zip) - Copy the
.dllfile(s) - Paste into
BepInEx/plugins/in your game folder
๐ก Some mods come with folders - copy the entire folder to plugins/
Launch and Test
- Start Super Battle Golf
- Check the BepInEx console for mod loading messages
- The mod should now be active in-game
Method 2: Using r2modman (Mod Manager)
r2modman is a mod manager that simplifies installation and updates. Recommended for users who want to install many mods.
Install r2modman
- Download r2modman
- Run the installer
- Launch r2modman
Select Super Battle Golf
- In r2modman, search for "Super Battle Golf"
- Click on the game to select it
- Choose "Default" profile (or create a custom one)
Install Mods
- Click "Online" tab to browse mods
- Search or browse for mods
- Click "Download" on any mod
- r2modman automatically handles dependencies
Launch Game
- Click "Start modded" in r2modman
- The game will launch with all installed mods
โ ๏ธ Always launch through r2modman when using this method
Troubleshooting Common Issues
BepInEx console doesn't appear when launching game
Possible causes:
- BepInEx files not in correct location
- Files not extracted properly
- Antivirus blocking BepInEx
Solutions:
- Re-extract BepInEx and ensure
winhttp.dllis in the same folder asSuperBattleGolf.exe - Add game folder to antivirus exceptions
- Run Steam as administrator
- Verify game files in Steam (Properties > Installed Files > Verify)
Mods not loading / not working
Check these:
- Ensure BepInEx initialized (console appears)
- Verify .dll files are in
BepInEx/plugins/ - Check BepInEx console for error messages
- Ensure mod is compatible with current game version
- Check for mod dependencies (some mods require other mods)
Game crashes after installing mods
Steps to fix:
- Remove the most recently installed mod
- Check BepInEx console for error messages before crash
- Ensure all mod dependencies are installed
- Try installing mods one at a time to identify conflicts
- Check Thunderstore mod page for known issues
How do I uninstall mods?
To remove specific mods:
- Delete the mod's .dll file from
BepInEx/plugins/
To remove all mods:
- Delete the entire
BepInEx/folder - Delete
doorstop_config.iniandwinhttp.dll - Verify game files in Steam to restore original files
Can I play online with mods?
It depends:
- Client-side mods (visual changes, UI improvements) usually work online
- Gameplay mods (MoreGolfers, game mechanics) may cause desync or kicks
- All players in a lobby should use the same gameplay mods
- Some servers may kick modded clients
Best Practices
๐ Keep a Mod List
Maintain a text file listing installed mods and their versions. Helps troubleshoot issues after game updates.
๐ Update Regularly
Check Thunderstore weekly for mod updates. Updated mods often fix bugs and add compatibility with new game versions.
๐พ Backup Saves
Before installing major mods, backup your save files located in %AppData%\LocalLow\Brimstone\SuperBattleGolf\
๐งช Test One at a Time
Install mods one at a time and test each. Makes it easier to identify which mod causes issues.
Video Tutorial
Prefer a visual guide? Watch this installation tutorial:
๐บ Video tutorial coming soon - check YouTube for "Super Battle Golf mod installation"
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