Nexus mods, Bigger Lobbies, UE4SS, Mod Hub, backups, and crash fixes
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Use this page as a cautious starting point for Far Far West mods from Nexus and other community sources. It focuses on backup-first setup, known install patterns, multiplayer risks, and fixes if a modded build starts crashing.
If you only need the short version: Far Far West mods are unofficial, Nexus is a third-party source, and the safest path is to back up your save, read the mod author's instructions, install one mod at a time, and avoid assuming public lobbies are safe.
Nexus Mods is the main third-party directory for Far Far West mods. Start at the game index page, then use the source-page cards below if you need Bigger Lobbies, UE4SS, Mod Hub, or Far Far Mod Manager.
The local SaveGames folder is typically located at the path below, as verified by SteamDB. Copy this folder before you install or remove mods.
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\FarFarWest\Saved\SaveGames\
Do not copy saves while Far Far West is running or syncing.
Paste the folder somewhere easy to find, such as your desktop or cloud backup folder.
Name the backup with the date and keep it separate from the live SaveGames folder.
Far Far West mod pages commonly use .pak files, Mod Hub loaders, or UE4SS-style script mods. Manual file edits are rarer and higher risk. Always follow the instructions on the specific mod page you download.
| Mod Type | Typical Install Pattern | Use When | Risk Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| .pak mod | Place the mod file in a ~mods folder under the game's Paks directory if the mod author instructs it. The author lists ~mods as the install folder for Bigger Lobbies. |
Content or packaged gameplay tweaks. | Wrong folder means the mod may not load; outdated files may crash after patches. |
| UE4SS mod | Install UE4SS only when the downloaded mod lists it as a requirement, then follow that author's version and folder instructions. | Scripted gameplay changes and utility mods. | Its author notes that game updates can invalidate its custom signatures. |
| Mod Hub mod | Install Mod Hub if the mod author requires it, then follow that mod's loader instructions. | Mods that specifically require Mod Hub. The author states that the loader does not require UE4SS. | Check whether the mod supports the current game patch before mixing it with UE4SS or .pak mods. |
| Manual edits | Only follow exact author instructions. | Advanced fixes or configuration tweaks. | Highest risk. Keep a clean backup before editing files. |
These are source-page shortcuts, not a download mirror, ranking, or recommendation list. Use each Nexus page for the latest files, requirements, patch notes, posts, and comments.
If you are looking for a more-player mod, this is the source page to check first. According to the author, it expands lobbies from 4 to 16 players. The author's installation instructions place the package in a ~mods folder under the game's Paks directory. The author requires every player in the lobby to install the mod. The author warns that missing installs can cause desyncs or crashes.
The linked package is an experimental UE4SS framework configured for Far Far West, not a gameplay mod. Its author notes that game updates can invalidate its custom signatures. Install it only when a mod requires UE4SS, and check the author's compatibility notes first.
Mod Hub is a blueprint mod loader for Far Far West. The author states that the loader does not require UE4SS. The author says it loads only in the tutorial and missions. Not seeing its menu in town does not by itself mean installation failed. Check the author's current instructions before use.
This community tool can help install, enable, disable, and organize Far Far West mods, including some UE4SS mods. It should still be treated as unofficial, so back up first and confirm each downloaded mod's own requirements.
Use multiplayer mods only with friends who know the same risks. Early Access updates can break compatibility without warning.
| Question | Safe Answer |
|---|---|
| Can only the host install Bigger Lobbies? | No. The author requires every player in the lobby to install the mod. The author warns that missing installs can cause desyncs or crashes. |
| Can mods break matchmaking? | Yes. Version mismatches, missing dependencies, different mod lists, or a game update can stop players from joining. |
| Will mods get me banned? | Use at your own risk; there is no official support for modded play. Avoid public lobbies with gameplay-changing mods unless the developer gives clear guidance. |
If you hit a Fatal Error or startup crash after installing mods, start with the newest change and work backward. After a game update, test the game once with all mods removed before adding them back.
Close the game, then follow the author's removal instructions for the newest mod files or loader. Launch again to check whether the crash remains.
If the crash started after a game update, test the game with all mods removed first, then add mods back one at a time.
If the mod requires UE4SS, confirm the correct version and install path.
Use Steam's file verification to restore missing or changed game files, and recheck the mod author's removal instructions.
Restore your backed-up SaveGames folder only if the save itself looks damaged, with the game closed. A startup crash alone is not a reason to replace your save.
The Update 1 / V644 announcement below is a historical reference, not confirmation of current mod compatibility. Check the latest official patch notes and the mod author's compatibility information before changing files. Use SteamDB for the save-path details.
Possible causes include an incorrect install path, a missing dependency, or a version mismatch. Follow the mod author's instructions, check any listed requirements, and test that mod on its own.
Close the game and follow the mod author's removal instructions for the files or loader you installed. Launch again after removing the mod. If the crash continues, verify Steam files and recheck the author's removal instructions. Restore your backed-up SaveGames folder only if the save itself looks damaged, with the game closed.
Use it cautiously. The author requires every player in the lobby to install the mod. The author warns that missing installs can cause desyncs or crashes. This does not establish that modded public matchmaking is safe.
Avoid it unless you fully understand the risk. Cheat tools can corrupt saves, break progression, conflict with updates, or create problems in multiplayer sessions.
No. Install UE4SS only when a specific mod lists it as a requirement. Some mods use packaged files instead.
Nexus Mods is the main third-party place to check first. Treat every file as unofficial, read the source page, and back up your SaveGames folder before installing anything.
Far Far Mod Manager is a community tool listed on Nexus Mods. It can help organize installs, but it is still unofficial and does not remove the need to check each mod's own requirements.
Treat save editors, cheats, and mod menus as high risk. This guide does not provide how-to steps for them because they can damage saves, progression, updates, or multiplayer sessions.