modders
Software alteration enthusiasts
Modders are people who modify video games, software, or hardware beyond their original design.
The term comes from "mod" (modification) and describes hobbyists who create custom content, alter game mechanics, or enhance existing products: The modders released a complete overhaul of the graphics.
Modding communities often extend a game's lifespan well beyond what developers intended.
Deceives for advantage
- exploitsNotable daring actions
- trainersThose who coach athletes
- emulatorsPrograms simulating other systems
- homebrewSelf-made alcoholic beverage
fanmade · unofficial · datamining · unlockables · glitches · tool-assisted
Outer animal coverings
- texturesSurface feel and appearance
- tweaksMinor modifications
- patchesPieces sewn over holes
- configsStored system settings
add-ons · interfaces · enhancements · settings · personalization · modifications · presets · loadouts
Venues for collective discourse
- DiscordGaming communication platform
- collaborationJoint intellectual work
- open-sourceFreely viewable, editable code
- contributorsThose who give help
tutorials · workshops · sharing · feedback · enthusiasts · volunteers · teamwork · networking
Writing executable commands
- reverse-engineeringAnalyzing something to recreate it
- hex-editingDirect binary file modification
- decompilingRecovering source from binaries
- SDKProgramming tools bundle
API · hooks · injection · unpacking · encryption · plugins · frameworks · dependencies
Alters existing plans
- reimaginingFresh interpretation of existing material
- overhaulsRepairs and improves thoroughly
- conversionsChanges in form or type
- mashupsBlended media compositions
cheats
Deceives for advantage
- exploitsNotable daring actions
- trainersThose who coach athletes
- emulatorsPrograms simulating other systems
homebrew · fanmade · unofficial · datamining · unlockables · glitches · tool-assisted
skins
Outer animal coverings
configs · add-ons · interfaces · enhancements · settings · personalization · modifications · presets · loadouts · HUD
forums
Venues for collective discourse
- DiscordGaming communication platform
- collaborationJoint intellectual work
- open-sourceFreely viewable, editable code
contributors · tutorials · workshops · sharing · feedback · enthusiasts · volunteers · teamwork · networking · support
scripting
Writing executable commands
- reverse-engineeringAnalyzing something to recreate it
- hex-editingDirect binary file modification
- decompilingRecovering source from binaries
SDK · API · hooks · injection · unpacking · encryption · plugins · frameworks · dependencies · conflict-resolution
redesigns
Alters existing plans
- reimaginingFresh interpretation of existing material
- overhaulsRepairs and improves thoroughly
- conversionsChanges in form or type
mashups · crossovers · reskins · kitbashing · worldbuilding
- tech culturedevelopers, coders, startup culture, programmers, computers
- gamersvideo gamer, casual gamers, casual player, casuals, hardcore player
- tech hobbyistsgamer, tinkerers, programmer, makers, coder
- techiesgeeks, nerds, techies, coders, programmers
- game modsmodpacks, texture pack, overhaul, overhauls, resource packs
- Prosumersmakers, creators, content creators, DIYers, power users
moddersend users
Ultimate product recipients
casual users · casual gamers · purists · consumers · lurkers