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Update v2.5 for XBLAH's Modding Tool is Here!

Added 2024-07-08 00:04:14 +0000 UTC

Dear Patrons,

I'm thrilled to announce the release of XBLAH's Modding Tool v2.5! This major update brings significant enhancements, including a massive reduction in the tool's base install size from 850MB to 350MB—a reduction of approximately 59%!

Here's what you can expect:

🆕 New Features and Changes:

Improved Mod Templates: They now feature a custom startup video, background image and chapter images.
Removed Legacy Model Editor: Simplifying the tool and making it more efficient.
Reimplemented WAD Importing and Exporting: Completely redone from scratch for better performance.
Improved WAD Reading and Writing: Enhancements for smoother operations.
Removed Legacy HL Extract: Streamlining the tool.
Replaced BSP2Map: Updated with the latest version for better functionality.
Removed Legacy Unused Tools: Cleaning up the tool for a more focused experience.
All Mod Templates Now Downloaded from Modding-Assets.net: Available for free.
Added Posters: New posters for HL2VR, HL, and improved SDK Base posters.
Mapbase Now Downloaded for Free on the Go: No longer ships with the tool.
The Free Version of J.A.C.K.: Now downloaded on the go instead of shipping with the tool.

🛠️ Fixes:

Source SDK 2013 Multiplayer and Half-Life 2 Templates: Fixed issues for a smoother experience.
Fixed Half-Life Mod Template: Resolved the issue of the background being full black.

This update is packed with improvements to make your modding process smoother and more efficient. Enjoy the new features and enhancements!

Thank you all for supporting the development of this tool. Let me know your ideas of what I should work on for the next update. A reminder that you can now subscribe to yearly plans with a discount through the tool's website. Or just the regular monthly plan, but your pledge goes straight to the developer instead of intermediaries. The update should be applied seamlessly. If you don't have the tool yet, you can download it here: https://xblah.dev/modding-tool/

Stay creative! XBLAH