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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
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Are you excited about becoming a Baldur's Gate 3 modder, but have absolutely no idea where to start?
Are you excited about becoming a Baldur's Gate 3 modder, but have absolutely no idea where to start?


This page is the starting point for resources, tutorials, references and more that you need for modding.
This page is the starting point for resources, tutorials, references and more that you need for modding.
=== What do you want to make? ===
First and foremost, the question you want to be asking yourself is "what do you want to make?" Once you have the answer to that, you will find it easier to find the help you need.
[[Modding:Creating Hair Mods|'''Creating Hair Mods''']] | [https://bg3.wiki/wiki/Modding:Head_Modding '''Creating Head Mods'''] | [[Modding:Creating Armor Mods|'''Creating Armor Mods''']] | [[Modding:Creating Race Mods|'''Creating Race Mods''']]


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|+ Good places to begin:
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! Resource !! Description
! Resource !! Description
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| [[Getting_Started_with_BG3_Modding|Getting Started with BG3 Modding]] || Want to know where to release your mod, or want to know how permissions work for mods?
| [[Modding:Getting Started with BG3 Modding|Getting Started with BG3 Modding]]|| Want to know where to release your mod, or want to know how permissions work for mods?
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| [[Modding:Tools|Tools and Plugins]] || A list of useful tools and plugins that are available either specifically for BG3 Modding or that help with BG3 Modding.
| [[Modding:Tools|Tools and Plugins]] || A list of useful tools and plugins that are available either specifically for BG3 Modding or that help with BG3 Modding.
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| [[Modding:Sample_Templates|Sample and Template Mods]] || Sample/Template mods you can use as a base to create your own mods.
| [[Modding:Sample_Templates|Sample and Template Mods]] || Sample/Template mods you can use as a base to create your own mods.
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|[[Modding:References|References]]
|References and tables for the various game files you may need.
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|[[Modding:Code Snippets|Code Snippets]]
|Helpful code snippets for modding.
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|[[Modding:Other Resources|Other Resources]]
|Miscellaneous resources to either help with modding or to add to your own mods.
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These are the main places you want to take a stop at to see whether there is a tutorial/sample/template you can use for what you want to create.
Once you have those set up, you will want to check out the resources below to see if they can help you on your modding journey.
==References==
Need a certain asset from the game for your mod? Baldur’s Gate 3 has a LOT of files. It can be very difficult to find the specific asset you’re looking for. The pages in this section should help you find the files you’re looking for as you’re modding!
*[https://bg3ccmoddinglibrary.carrd.co/ Bg3 CC Modding Library] by Weeviljester
*[[Guide:AssetPrefixReferences|Asset Prefix References]]
*[[Modding:VertexColorMaskSlots|Hiding skin/outfit parts: Vertex Color Mask Slots]]
*[[Guide:Hair_Meshes|Hair/Beard Models]]
**[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/16cQUxQ7FrGVmIPy5929qae4cCQls4ZWuBX_w08zvv5M/htmlview BG3 Hair Reference Spreadsheet (WIP)] by EmeraldTechno
*[[Modding:Head Models|Head Models]]
*[[Modding:Body Models|Body Models]]
*[[Tiefling Horn Models]]
*[https://tested-carriage-3b5.notion.site/BG3-Piercing-Edits-DIY-37cb7d00f6794fc484d9afdc6fb13c81 Piercing Models] by Chumy
*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xb7Hh1KjVRARdmu7A_YlcoqS8tklEoFjwA1oYLn1Etk/edit?usp=sharing Eye Makeup Reference Spreadsheet] by EmeraldTechno
*[[Modding: Non-VT Shaders]]
*[[Guide:Face_and_Body_Textures|Face and Body Textures]]
*[[Guide:Colour_Map|Colour Map]]s
*[https://bg3-dyes.tumblr.com/ Examples of dyes on clothing/armor]
*[https://www.tumblr.com/gaylockpick/tagged/mirza%27s%20resources BG3 Icons in downloadable format] by Mirza
*[[Modding:Texture_formatting|Texture Formatting]]
==Code Snippets==
Code snippets and IDs that are often used in modding, collected here to make your life easier.
*[[Guide:Race_UUID|Race UUID]]s
*[https://pastebin.com/g0fUYFAL Interactable Item UUIDs]
*[https://www.scribd.com/document/666568844/Bg3-Items-v2 All items UUIDs]
*[https://pastebin.com/RLB7M0c8 Enemy types]
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/2534 Treasure Table Spreadsheet]
*[https://github.com/TripsLetash/WotF-Changelings/blob/main/Resources/ParentIDs.xml All Player RootTemplate IDs] by Tripsadin
==Other Resources==
Miscellaneous resources to either help with modding or to add to your own mods.
*[https://www.uuidgenerator.net/ UUID Generator]
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/images/594 Making armour icons] by AnteMaxx
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/238 Custom Backdrops for Character Creation and Level Up] by AnteMaxx
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4536 Chroma Key Droppable Object] by SoggyBurrito and Hijimare
*[https://boundingboxsoftware.com/materialize/ Materialize]
*[https://www.fontspace.com/barazhad-font-f20325 Rune Font] by CovenElf
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/2973 High Heel Feet for modders] by LazyIcarus
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4360 Overlays for Unique Tav Tattoos] by RemuFO4
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4337 BG3 Texture Stamps] by commanderstrawberry
*[https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/5480/ Mannequin Models for making icons] by labotor
*[[Modding:Blender Export Settings|Past and Future Blender export plugin settings]]
*[https://bg3.norbyte.dev/search BG3 Search Engine] by Norbyte
===Colour===
*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yXrWOIPoBe8p6MftEgFnZATvnoEvmGXGlCClenNXj_4/edit#gid=0 Colouring cheat sheet]
*[https://ajalt.github.io/colormath/converter/ ColourMath Colour Converter] Use sRGB 0-1 for the vec3 value.
*[https://rgbcolorpicker.com/0-1 RGB Color Picker]
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Latest revision as of 22:00, 13 April 2024

Introduction[edit | edit source]

Request a modding-related wiki page here!

Are you excited about becoming a Baldur's Gate 3 modder, but have absolutely no idea where to start?

This page is the starting point for resources, tutorials, references and more that you need for modding.

Good places to begin:
Resource Description
Getting Started with BG3 Modding Want to know where to release your mod, or want to know how permissions work for mods?
Tools and Plugins A list of useful tools and plugins that are available either specifically for BG3 Modding or that help with BG3 Modding.
Tutorial List A list of different available tutorials categorised by theme.
Sample and Template Mods Sample/Template mods you can use as a base to create your own mods.
References References and tables for the various game files you may need.
Code Snippets Helpful code snippets for modding.
Other Resources Miscellaneous resources to either help with modding or to add to your own mods.
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