# Mod Development ## Introduction Creating game modifications is an exciting and multifaceted process that offers developers extensive opportunities for creativity and innovation. Gem RTS provides all the necessary tools and resources to bring the boldest ideas to life, allowing you to add unique elements to the game through mods. In this section, we will cover all aspects of mod development, from the first steps to advanced techniques. To get started creating mods, you need to find and set up the Editor's working folder and learn how to connect mods to the game. {% hint style="info" %} Mods (either Raw or Workshop Item packages) must be placed in “Working Packages” folder. Set it in the Game Options. {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} The content of the [game folder](https://bestway-1.gitbook.io/documentation/foundational-knowledge/game-local-files-and-player-profile-locations) updates only through the launcher.\ Do not add any files directly to the game folder {% endhint %} ## Working Packages "Working Packages" is the editor's working folder that mods, raw packages and the “[Editor local changes](#user-content-fn-1)[^1]” package are stored . \ By default, the editor's working folder is the /packages folder in the game profile.

Platform	Working folder location in the game profile
Windows	Users\[UserName]\AppData\Local\Men of War II\packages\
Ubuntu	~/Men of War II/packages/

You can change the location of the editor's working folder if necessary. ### How to change editor's working folder 1. Open the game options 2. Select the "Game" tab 3. Switch "My profile" to "Selected Folder" inside the "Working Packages" field 4. Enter the path in the "Folder Location" field to the desired folder 5. Click the "Apply" button

### Package Activation The content of a package becomes available in the game and in the editor after its activation. The list of all available packages is in the "Packages" tab. \ Activated packages are marked in checkboxes.

{% hint style="info" %} The content of the [game folder](https://bestway-1.gitbook.io/documentation/foundational-knowledge/game-local-files-and-player-profile-locations) updates only through the launcher.\ Changing files in the main game folder can lead to conflicts and errors when launching the game. {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} The contents of encrypted packets are not available in the editor {% endhint %} *** Before starting with mod development, it is essential to study sections: * [Game Resource Architecture](https://bestway-1.gitbook.io/documentation/foundational-knowledge/game-resource-architecture) * [Basic Knowledge about Configuration Files](https://bestway-1.gitbook.io/documentation/foundational-knowledge/basic-knowledge-about-configuration-files) These sections provide the foundational knowledge required to effectively create mods for the game. ### Learn more about


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