moddable
Open to tinkering
Moddable describes software—usually video games—that can be modified by users.
A moddable game allows players to create custom content, alter gameplay mechanics, or change graphics: The game's moddable engine spawned thousands of fan-made levels.
Games marketed as moddable typically provide tools or leave code accessible for tinkering.
The term comes from mod, short for modification.
Capable of minor adjustment
- configurableAble to be adjusted
- adjustableAble to be changed
- alterableAble to be changed
- personalizeAdapt for one user
tailor-made · reconfigurable · bespoke · user-friendly · tailored · custom-built · DIY · hackable
Freely viewable, editable code
- scriptingWriting executable commands
- programmingWriting software instructions
- developerOne who builds things
- tinkeringCasual, unskilled adjusting
hackable · tweaking · firmware · API · SDK · plug-ins · extensions · scripts
Outer animal coverings
- texturesSurface feel and appearance
- mapsGeographic visual representations
- levelsHeights or ranked stages
- weaponsTools for fighting
characters · patches · expansions · add-ons · overhaul · gameplay · enhancements · fan-made
Casual, unskilled adjusting
- circuitryInterconnected electronic components
- electronicsStudy of circuits
- solderingLow-temp metal fusion
- prototypingMaking preliminary models
maker · DIY · firmware · flashing · overclocking · upgradeable · swappable · components
tweakable
Capable of minor adjustment
- configurableAble to be adjusted
- adjustableAble to be changed
- alterableAble to be changed
personalize · tailor-made · reconfigurable · bespoke · user-friendly · tailored · custom-built · DIY · hackable · extensible
open-source
Freely viewable, editable code
- scriptingWriting executable commands
- programmingWriting software instructions
- developerOne who builds things
tinkering · hackable · tweaking · firmware · API · SDK · plug-ins · extensions · scripts · patches
skins
Outer animal coverings
- texturesSurface feel and appearance
- mapsGeographic visual representations
- levelsHeights or ranked stages
weapons · characters · patches · expansions · add-ons · overhaul · gameplay · enhancements · fan-made · workshop
tinkering
Casual, unskilled adjusting
- circuitryInterconnected electronic components
- electronicsStudy of circuits
- solderingLow-temp metal fusion
prototyping · maker · DIY · firmware · flashing · overclocking · upgradeable · swappable · components · aftermarket
moddablelocked down
Fully restricted, immobilized
hardcoded · unalterable · uncustomizable · closed · unmodifiable
moddablelocked down
Fully restricted, immobilized
closed · locked · closed-source · proprietary · restricted
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