If you have ever played a game and thought, "Hey, this game could use a bit of this feature or that feature," then your best chance of getting that feature is when game developers roll it out through official updates.
Unless you mod the game.
Many gamers find that modding enhances their gaming experience by improving aspects of their favorite games. Almost every game can be modded in some way.
From additional lighting effects to full-on quests and additional outfits or armor, mods can do wonders in your gaming sessions. If you are curious about how to mod your game and don't know where to start, we've got you covered.
Keep in mind that different platforms have different modding restrictions, so some may not work for your preferred gaming platform. With that out of the way, let's get started. Here's how to mod your games in 2025.
How to Mod PC Games in 2025
Ah, yes, the PC master race, the easiest platform to mod almost anything. While modding PC games is relatively easy compared to modding PS5 and Xbox games, there isn't a single absolute way to mod games on PC.
Depending on your games, you will need to use the following tools:
Nexus Mods
- Nexus Mods is one of the most popular mod sites for PC games. From modding Baldur's Gate 3 to the Batman Arkham games, there are thousands of mods to every game you like.
- Each game is unique, so it is best to search for your game on Nexus Mods, choose the mod you like, and read the description of how to apply the mods.
- Modding via Nexus Mods can vary in difficulty. Some mods are easily installed by pasting the mod file into the game folder, while others require some dependencies on other mods or tools to work.
Game Specific Mod Tools Such as Creation Kit or REDKit
- Other games can be modded within their main menus through mod tools such as Bethesda's Creation Club or CDPR's REDkit.
- Installing mods via these mod tools is easier. To do so, navigate to the main menu, choose the mod tool, and search the library for eligible mods.
- Once you have chosen your preferred mods, you can toggle these to activate them and load your game.
- Once you are in-game, mods will apply.
If you are new to modding in general, modding your PC games can be a great way to learn how to mod.
How to Mod Xbox Games in 2025
Modding Xbox games is a bit trickier. Unlike on PCs, the Microsoft console requires more than copy-pasting files to modify a title. Only games with official mod support can be modified on Xbox unless you want to transfer your Xbox files to a PC via USB.
This transfer method goes beyond simple modding. Some tools, such as save editors and identifying item IDs or quest IDs, will require more tinkering within the game files. Creations Club is the way to go if you want hassle-free Xbox modding.
Creations
Creations (formerly Creations Club) is Bethesda's answer to Xbox modding. Users can create, upload, and share their mods, and interested players can download them straight from their Creations Club-supported Bethesda game.
Not all Xbox games have Creations Club, but the Creations Club is the best way to mod Xbox-exclusive games such as Starfield and many others.
All you need to do is boot up your Xbox game, navigate to the Creations Club menu, and install your mods. Be mindful of your load order, though, as having an incorrect one will most likely result in some mods not activating properly.
How to Mod PlayStation Games in 2025
Sony is very strict about modding PlayStation games, so there aren't any quick solutions to modding PS5 games without voiding your warranty. If you want to mod your PS5 games, there are other ways, but modding isn't as simple as using the first two options.
Cross-Save Modding
Many games allow cross-saves between different gaming platforms in 2025. If your game supports cross-saves, then there is a high chance that you can modify it on a very basic level, such as by editing your in-game money or armor stats.
- Transfer your PS5 save to your PC via cross-save (if your game supports it). Some games allow you to resume your game by booting the PC version of your PS5 game and loading the cross-save uploaded to the cloud.
- Load up your save on your PC.
- Navigate to your PC save file and edit your save via a PC save editor or mods.
- Save your changes, and boot up the game on PC again if the mods were applied correctly. Save again.
- Load the cross-save on your PS5, check your newly added mods, or save edits.
Always be careful when editing saves, and make sure you have a backup of your save files before you begin editing.
There you have it, the quickest way to mod your games, depending on your platform. If you wonder whether your specific game can be modded on the platform of your choice, be sure to follow and subscribe to Gfinity Esports.