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Compatibility Lib

Embedded in vanilla since 1.15.0, do not use the library as mod in later versions, the game will crash. All functionality is preserved, so nothing will change for mod authors other than library dependency. A simple library that makes it easy to add compatibi

Choose a version Pick your version below, then grab the matching file.

Quick answer

Which Compatibility Lib release should I use?

Updated 5 years ago
Latest stable file 1.2.2
Game version 1.13.4, 1.14.0, 1.14.2
Loader Built-in Vintage Story mod system

Compatibility Lib 1.2.2 targets 1.13.4, 1.14.0, 1.14.2. It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Compatibility Lib required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Required
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Built-in Vintage Story mod system
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

This release supports both sides, but the source does not require it on the server.

What else does Compatibility Lib 1.2.2 need?

1.2.2. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

This file does not list any required or optional mods.

Before you install it

Add Compatibility Lib without breaking your instance.

Built for Compatibility Lib 1.2.2. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.2.2. It targets 1.13.4, 1.14.0, 1.14.2; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.2.2. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Compatibility Lib add?

Embedded in vanilla since 1.15.0, do not use the library as mod in later versions, the game will crash.

All functionality is preserved, so nothing will change for mod authors other than library dependency.



A simple library that makes it easy to add compatibility with other mods for assets.

How use it (for devs): readme

Install as a regular mod, just add archive to your mods folder.

Project description from Vintage Story Mod DB.

Pick your setup

Compatibility Lib releases for each Vintage Story version.

Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.

8 available setups

Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.

Recent files

Compatibility Lib versions and loaders

6 of 6 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Vintage Story Mod DB project page is in Resources.