Cyberpunk 2077 Modding StartUp Guide 2026 - REDmod, Vortex, MO2 & the Six Core Dependency Mods!
So here we go — full Cyberpunk 2077 modding setup for 2026! A lot has changed since my last guide, so I figured it was time for a fresh one.This video covers everything you need to get started: Installing official REDmod
Vortex vs MO2 (and why I went with Vortex this time)
How to browse Nexus Mods effectively
Manual installation of the six essential core dependency mods
Framework mods you’ll probably want
Plus tips, best practices, and why Cyberpunk modding is actually way easier than Skyrim or Fallout these days.
Mods don’t bake into your saves, troubleshooting is simpler, and the whole scene has gotten way more stable. Perfect time to jump in!Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:41 Installing REDmod
02:06 Vortex & MO2
02:30 Browsing Nexus Mods
03:16 The 6 Core Dependency Mods (Manual Install)
03:57 Framework Mods
04:34 Manual Install Walkthrough All links + mod list in the pinned comment and below.Core Mods (Manual Install Recommended):Cyber
Links:
→ Nexus Mods Cyberpunk 2077: https://www.nexusmods.com/games/cyber...
→ REDmod DLC: [insert link]
https://www.cyberpunk.net/en/modding-...
Cyber Engine Tweaks
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
RED4ext
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
redscript
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
ArchiveXL
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
TweakXL
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
Codeware
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
Useful Frameworks:
Deceptious Quest Core
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
Virtual Atelier
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
Virtual Car Dealer
https://www.nexusmods.com/cyberpunk20...
If you’re new to mod managers, check out Gopher or GamerPoets on YouTube for deeper dives.
Next video coming soon: the must-have mods for every playthrough (old staples + new game-changers).
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Stay safe out there, choom
See you in Night City.
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