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Vortex

Vortex is a free and open source piece of software that allows you to download, install, update and manage your mod files through an easy to use interface. It…

Version 2.6.2 · by https://github.com/Nexus-Mods/Vortex/graphs/contributors

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Official site: nexusmods.com

About Vortex

## Notice

pre-releases are introduced to this repository for those of you that want to try versions outside of the stable branch. Please use the `--pre` prefix if you would like to download the pre-release version of vortex.

Vortex is the new, modern mod manager from Nexus Mods. It is designed to make modding your game as simple as possible for new users, while still providing enough control for more experienced veterans of the modding scene. Lead by Tannin, the creator of Mod Organizer, Vortex takes the lessons learnt during the development of MO and Nexus Mod Manager to provide the most powerful and intuitive modding experience available.

Our approach with Vortex aims to take complex tasks such as sorting your load order or managing your mod files and automates as much of the process as possible with the goal of having you achieve a stable modded game with minimal effort. We want to help you spend less time modding and more time playing your games.

## Features

- MULTI-GAME SUPPORT:

With mod support for over 30 different games and counting - from Dark Souls, Fallout and Skyrim, to the Witcher series and Stardew Valley - Vortex is the most versatile mod manager available.

- CLOSE INTEGRATION WITH NEXUS MODS:

Vortex is designed to seamlessly interact with Nexus Mods allowing you to easily find, install, and play mods from our site, learn about new files and catch the latest news.

- MODDING MADE EASY:

The built-in auto-sorting system manages your load order and helps you to resolve mod conflicts with powerful, yet easy to use plugin management features.

- MOD PROFILES:

Easily set up, switch between, and manage independent mod profiles enabling you to use exactly the combination of mods that you want for a particular playthrough.

- MODERN, EASY TO USE UI:

Featuring a fully customisable interface, Vortex allows you to quickly and easily access tools and manage your games, plugins, downloads and save games.

- EXTENSIONS AND PLUGINS:

Vortex is released under a GPL-3 License giving our community the ability to write extensions and frameworks which can then interact with Vortex, continually adding to its functionality.

How to install Vortex

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install vortex
  4. Open Vortex once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Vortex free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to nexusmods.com, the developer's official site, where Vortex is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Vortex?

The version listed here is 2.6.2, published /Date(1788. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Vortex from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install vortex. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Vortex safe?

Vortex downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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