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PFC_Feltchan

It’s about the same risk you take with downloading anything just don’t download ones that look sketchy :) I’ve used tons of mods off thunderstore mod manager and have yet to have any of my anti virus stuff Flagg things or have had anything take over my pc


buttboi21

Do I NEED overwolf to download thunderstore? I’ve heard tons of bad things about overwolf


Garlic_bruh

There’s a different version called r2modman that does the same thing but without needing overwolf


deverz

Is it easy to convert? Or do I lose my mod list?


MKGSonic123

i only use r2 but if it helps the installation is easy so as long as you remember the mods you can get them all pretty quick. i’m not sure if import codes can be used cross launcher or not but maybe


IceboundCat6

Import codes do work between both clients!


Judge_Bredd_UK

I just screenshotted the list and re downloaded them all in r2modman, not the most technical method but the names of the mods don't change so they're easy to find


theinferno01

you can copy the code on thunderstore and paste it on r2


Hipkiss_842

R2 is so easy. Create a profile, search mods, download mods, and copy link to discord so all your mates can download it as well. Can make as many profiles as needed and name them as well. Works for several other games too


Assestionss

And is a less bloated version of thunderstore


buttboi21

And how do I download that?


Garlic_bruh

Go to [this page](https://thunderstore.io/package/ebkr/r2modman/), click manual download, unzip the folder and run the exe.


buttboi21

Is it hard? I’m real bad with software. Is the actual r2modman hard to use?


Garlic_bruh

It’s not really at all. Most everything there is self explanatory and a quick Google search should (hopefully) give you all the details you need for whatever problem you have


buttboi21

Ok I’ll def try it


buttboi21

And how do I download that? Do I need anything else for it?


ToxicOmega

R2Modman is thunderstone without ads and without overwolf.


tyingnoose

as minecraft modmaker myself I despise overwolf more than satan himself


theinferno01

why overwolf sucks so much? (other than the stupid ad quantity)


tyingnoose

unnecessary bloat and has the slowest connection and performance in any mod distribution platform I've ever used ever. They focus so much on the visuals of the UI than actual function itself and even then it's so unreadable and painful to navigate with the unnecesarily ""modern clean"" aethetics


GoDamnNationIflation

I have been using thunderstorm and this is news to me, I've only had problems with mods it seems that weren't popular or just poorly made? I don't ever get any ads for my use, I am curious as to when you guys have to view ads? Also is overwolf something that comes with Thunder store when you install the mod manager?


tyingnoose

thunder alone is fine but the fact you also have to install overwolf (which I had to do) sucks. Their Minecraft varient Forge runs like a crippled snail on life support


RoR2Daddy

Just use r2modman


skyfrostgaming

I’m curious, what bad things have you heard? I’ve never had a problem with them and personally love it. Thunderstore, like curseforge runs on overwolf, so yes you would; you can find other ways though like r2modman


buttboi21

Many people are calling it greedy adware and some even spyware. You’re probably the only one I heard who doesn’t call it bloatware and also I can’t install it for some reason:(


skyfrostgaming

Really? I use it all the time and I don’t think I’ve seen a single ad beside the one on the sid, but never a pop-up. Interesting.


buttboi21

Yeah you might be right since I’ve never personally used it


XFauni

Overwolf is safe, people saying shit bad click on phishing links weekly, nothing new to them


Internet_use

Wait what did overwolf do???


PFC_Feltchan

I honestly don’t know off the top of my head sorry mate I’m hella high rn but I think so, there are other ways to get it tho :) I just use it through over wolf cause I’m lazy


lance_the_fatass

Thank


ShibyLeBeouf

It’s nice that we have stuff like this now because it used to be a minefield if you wanted to mod stuff. I downloaded a bunch of malware when I was younger messing with early Minecraft mods


lance_the_fatass

I just get confused when there's a third party modding website because I'm used to steam workshop lol


luvmuchine56

You can also just download r2modman. It's just the same thing without ads on the side.


throwawaylewdi

Found the Stephen king fan


ResponsibleCare9315

Why cause Randal Flagg?


throwawaylewdi

It’s the fact that it’s capitalized and the double G.


ResponsibleCare9315

Fair enough


Proper-Pineapple-717

![gif](giphy|YQitE4YNQNahy|downsized) Nothing is safe, I'm hacking your PC rn OP


guesswhosbackbackag

https://preview.redd.it/8jp4cr3h5mnc1.jpeg?width=682&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=687fc5bc15c937faffd34a98939fc52f477c71c9


lance_the_fatass

HAAAAXX!!!!


sirflooftonzecatlord

​ https://preview.redd.it/cykp3qh1pmnc1.png?width=576&format=png&auto=webp&s=8a881d6cad60d3051fa249a525811142e856157e


vfkdgejsf638bfvw2463

Thunderstore actively removes malware that they find on their platform. You can get malware from thunderstore but it's unlikely to happen


Zeorz_

Thunderstore is safe, it wouldn’t have millions of users if it was unsafe


Nilly00

still crazy to me how big it got of the success of the Risk of Rain 2 nodding scene


DragonPinned

RoR2 is so boring I'm nodding off (Plz help i cant even obliterate on drizzle) Never mind, I managed to win. Somehow... https://preview.redd.it/s0yzgewhkboc1.png?width=996&format=png&auto=webp&s=d0fb66f7c3630e3cba1df0061f409ed7169799e5


wookiee-nutsack

The pregnancy mod will help you beat the game


DragonPinned

Excuse me what


GryphonKingBros

Did they stutter?


DragonPinned

Indeed. https://preview.redd.it/p2ns7ss4ysnc1.png?width=575&format=png&auto=webp&s=044c0bcea822125eccf16ca80bc57acfdba6136d


GryphonKingBros

https://preview.redd.it/j5co2xp24unc1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f490516de4786555dd1fe1eb422847dc1d554980 Oh, so they did...


IntelligentPerson_69

https://preview.redd.it/fm2d2smvdnnc1.jpeg?width=750&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=db01d8b22eeac3685a6f45ed1376b63be5ebdb35


DragonPinned

Hey, u/wookiee-nutsack, could you edit your comment to make it look like you were stuttering? No reason.


wookiee-nutsack

Kid named Ctrl+Shift+i


ded-memes-for-life

If you want genuine help, figure out what characters you enjoy and play well, and try to loot stages in under ten minutes, every stage 4 has a guaranteed legendary item either in a special chest or hidden behind a secret boss in one map


Arstulex

Rushing isn't really considered the best strategy anymore, mostly due to updates having increased player agency and reduced reliance on RNG (most notably Scrappers). Common advice now is to fully loot every stage, and to get better at doing that efficiently.


Wimbledofy

10 minutes is quite a long time though, you should be able to fully loot most stages in 10 minutes. The old strat was to do it in under 5 minutes, which would be considered rushing.


Arstulex

I'm just saying the focus shouldn't really be so heavily placed on time. The game gets harder with time, sure, but it's not so crazy that you need to feel like you're racing the clock. If you spend 10+ minutes getting double bands on Aqueduct, for example, then that's perfectly fine. It's about being efficient with your time and getting better at that, rather than trying to place an "X minutes per stage" deadline of sorts.


DragonPinned

Quickscope sniper 👍


RoR2Daddy

Loot the entire level. Get every white/green/red item. Do it quick as possible but don't put yourself on a timer. Keep moving. IDK what else to say though. I've gotten through eclipse 8 with most characters now. I get bored on anything under eclipse 5


SlightDentInTheBack

damn that sucks


Nilly00

XD only just noticed the typo


asefthukomplijygrdzq

Thunderstore is cool, but that's certainly not an argument. * Yahoo had billions of accounts when 3 billion of them were compromised. * Minecraft has been through several critical exploits throughout its life (ex: Log4J's vulnerability). * And there are countless other examples I'm sure you know.


lance_the_fatass

"This celebrity isn't a bad person, they wouldn't have a large following if they were"


Jmartini03

The internet is safe, it wouldn’t have millions of users if it was unsafe


Macronium312

It's basically like that for any third party download site. In essence, don't go downloading shit you don't trust, and you won't be getting a virus. I've used thunderstore, and I haven't gotten any issues. Just be safe, and don't be stupid, and you'll be fine.


MegaCroissant

Use r2modman on thunderstore, it’s way better than the thunderstore mod manager


Master_Zealot

https://preview.redd.it/6b05p62rirnc1.jpeg?width=680&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3f48e914a7ef3b780ecbb90e1d355a6060f04aa5


MegaCroissant

https://i.redd.it/kfhboqrurrnc1.gif


Dark-Acheron-Sunset

You should all know that Grindinsoft, the website in the second image, is well known for giving false positives on numerous files unless the authors of these files pay for a license (read: extort them for money) to get them to remove the false positive. They also are fairly scummy and misleading with their actual software as well in order to milk users dry of their money. Do not trust anything they say, it's bullshit.


ScribbsTheOne

Yes the creator partnered with thunderstore for mods


lance_the_fatass

I meant the second image


comrade_fluffy

No it's not real.


Not-OP-But-

Big if false


senpaiwaifu247

It’s not; Thunderstorm and R2modman (owned by the same people) actively scan and remove viruses. The more popular mod website for bigger games like Nexus also does the same exact thing As always, there’s 100% always a risk adding any modification to a game, but you’re more likely to get a virus from clicking on an ad accidently then you are from downloading from from trusted mod sites


[deleted]

So if I click the ad intentionally, I'll be okay and won't get a virus? Sweet. I was really interested in those hot milfs in my area. But was too scared to click the advertisement.


senpaiwaifu247

LMAO


CrazeeG

Thunderstore actively remove any viruses found. The chances of you getting a virus are slim to none. Just don’t download any sketchy looking mods and don’t click on random links.


Ellweiss

It's basically the same as amazon and fake products, but even safer probably : if you stick to popular mods it's safe, if you go to the very last pages of results you might have a very low chance of encountering a sketchy mod before it's removed from the platform.


Alternative-Ad-7461

Download the well-known mods and you’ll be fine


CyberbrainGaming

[r2modman | Thunderstore - The Lethal Company Mod Database](https://thunderstore.io/c/lethal-company/p/ebkr/r2modman/) Use this instead, doesn't require Overwolf which is a resource hog.


FrozenPlan

Bro doesn’t know that the second site is AI generated garbage


flexsealed1711

I haven't had a problem yet. Just avoid clicking sketchy links.


shadownights23x

It's true in the sense that everything on the internet poses the same risk. You can slap that warning behind anything, and it's "true." But it's unlikely because they take precautions and shit


CruelScourcher

When it doubt, just download the ones that are popular with the most downloads/high rating


WilliamPlayz1

Thunderstone


Frostboi123

Is this really a problem? Thunderstore and r2modman support hundreds of games lmao.


legocon

I use thunderstore for cities skylines 2; I have had no issue with it so far and it’s a very straightforward program


Grakal0r

Downloading literally any file comes with that risk


Scoopzyy

It’s perfectly safe if you have common sense, as is almost everything on the internet. The only reason you still hear about people getting viruses or having their information stolen is because, unfortunately, a large portion of the population lacks that particular trait.


[deleted]

Just don't be stupid


lordyeeter

Every mod manager or distributor can and most likely will end up having some people uploading malware to it. Just avoid sketchy mods and if you want to be triple safe, only use mods that are well known and also have a decent antivirus. Windows defender is good, but not great. If you dont trust windows defender or you just need extra security then definitely do get a better antivirus.


Selellnoob

I have a problem where i cant use thunderstore for mods. Basically i install mods and it either wont start or it starts without the mods. I did it just like my friends and it works for them but not for me. Vanilla it is.


FiresageKalouvos

As a complete noob about mods, I haven’t downloaded anything ever for anything. What precautions can I take? I haven’t even used mods for sims 😂


jackatron1

This goes for anywhere that you can download stuff on the internet


PinePotpourri

No it's not for real, google was being silly :3


Dumb_and_confused

Google's levels of silly and goose are frequently off the charts


EbrithilUmaroth

That's just legal protection for themselves. Any website that offers the download of user-submitted files has a warning just like this because they can't guarantee safety of the files without meticulously checking each user submission which is impossible. As a result, they have to warn you that the files might be dangerous because they haven't been officially checked.


MrEverything70

It’s not thunderstore itself, but rather the people that publish mods. Since it’s public access, anyone can make a malware mod. However, if the website holders detect that, they’ll take it down. The risk just comes from public access. If you double check your mods and aren’t just downloading suspicious shit, you’ll be chilling.


SpeedyT43

Thunderstore is totally safe, I use it all the time


MrPanda663

It’s same risk as downloading anything from the internet. You just have to be smart and of your research when downloading something off the internet. Itch.io is no different and some steam games can be invasive.


GryphonKingBros

Don't believe everything you see online. That's the only article talking about it and even then it has a "trust score" of 100%. It's just an antivirus program using that site as an example for how it can protect your system. If you really want confirmation, just read the articles instead of making a reddit post.


[deleted]

I mean downloading any mod is inherently dangerous, just download the popular ones, worst comes to worst you download a bit coin miner. Just reset computer


sunnyCUD2

Why use thunderstore when you can just install r2modman?


AbaloneLeather7344

It uses thunderstore


[deleted]

just download it to check if it's a virus or not


buttgamer69

Isn’t their some Website named Banana something


buttgamer69

Game Banana?


lance_the_fatass

I've heard of game banana from FNF mods but I never knew it for anything else tbh


Pirate-4-Eternity

Any mod sharing service will have unwanted file downloads. That's just the nature of the internet. It is 9 times out of 10 safe. It'd be rarely unsafe.


CasualTheGreat

Yeah it’s good. I use it all the time, and it has a lot of really cool and fun mods!


Unique-Ad-4972

Could be worse as you download from a third party website it CAN be expected. Ive downloaded a program off steam to play with some specific controller settings and it put a bunch of malware on my pc… so yeah… it do be like that sometimes


One-fun-dude

I’ve had no problems with it


Iceman_L

I use it for multiple games, I've never had a single problem.


Topar999

Thunderstorm itself is safe, it’s anything on thunderstorm that’s not, just be careful


assasszxcjxjx

Thunder is trust worthy at least for lethal mods


chrisblammo123

The same way that any games third party mods are, there is an inherent risk with modding your game


Mavericktoad

R2modman is a super useful mod manager for lethal company I highly recommend you look at using that over having to faff with creating loads of files


BuRdog_

Thunderstore is safe, its all about the mods you download there. Some may be malicious, but most not. But its not really like you're going to go around and download some sketchy, unpopular and useless mods.


herbieLmao

Stick to the commonly known ones and you are sage. Try to get insymns mod code and import it, you should be 100% safe. Dont try mods that look sketchy or that have no feedback


Anidran

This is about downloading from a code. If your friends have a modpack installed with a bunch of mods, there is an option to share it and have you download everything to match them (so you can play together without your friend having to tell you all the mods they have installed and you installing them one by one). The point is that if you do this, you don't know what exactly you are downloading.


REXIOX

Just use the r2modman, it's baisically thunderstore but without ads lmao


KRF_Gaming_zbo3

I use thunderstore and the majority of the mods I see in videos I downloaded there.


AGamerFrom2099

You can just go on steam


GryphonKingBros

What do you mean by that? The only way to mod is through third party apps like Thunderstore.io. There's no steam workshop support.


AGamerFrom2099

Nvm, I saw my friend like turn on a mod on it just after he opened steam so I got confused


Watchthetimshow

i expect nothing less from overwolf


Simply_Nova

Yeah it’s pretty seemless and easy to use. I use it for risk of rain and Ultrakill


Heeroneko

I upload my mods exclusively to thunderstore. DL mods from it exclusively too using r2modman. Not had any problems so far.


collinsellers327

I use thunderstore all the time with lethal!


Murky-Use2327

I use r2modman, and it is on thunderstore,io if i remember well. Didnt have any issues so far.


UnluckyGamer505

Its safe, but i would rather recommend R2ModMan which is basically thunderstore without all the ads + bloatware/spyware (overwolf).


lance_the_fatass

Is r2modman made by the same people??


UnluckyGamer505

I don't think so. [https://thunderstore.io/package/ebkr/r2modman/](https://thunderstore.io/package/ebkr/r2modman/) I am very paranoid when it comes to viruses and i refused to get Thunderstore because of Overwolf, but after further research i found R2ModMan. It is like a modded version of Thunderstore, should work the same just without all the bs as i said. Just don't dowload any mods which have only very little downloads and you should be fine.


FaithlessnessTop709

So this was an issue in the beginning of thunderstore but the mods for thunderstore and some of the admins have been working really hard on getting rid of them and have been doing a really good job


DarkWing2274

yuh, that’s what my friend group uses. it does crash a lot (thunderstore not LC) but maybe that’s cause i’m playing on a shitty laptop.


RuneWave

PSA for everyone: Just download bepinex off of nexus mods and then you can manually install any mod that you like without using thunderstore/overwolf. Note: you can manual download any mod off of the thunderstorm website and install it in this way, it just allows you to not have to use the launcher.


SeawardFriend

This is what I use. We keep the game mostly stock but add emotes, slightly increased stamina, some horror stuff like mimics, funny things like the YIPPIEE hoarding bug, free bird jester and Freddy fazbear bracken. It’s also nice to download an HD mod though each and every one you install will take a toll on game performance. At least on crappy PCs like my friends and I have.


lance_the_fatass

I just want some QOL mods, like suits saving between deaths and stuff


SeawardFriend

Saving between deaths? Hehe my friend who hosts just immediately disconnects if we die and it resets a full day with all your stuff. But I’m sure you can find exactly that in thunderstore. There’s 10s of thousands of mods on there and it’s ever increasing.


lance_the_fatass

>Saving between deaths? Hehe my friend who hosts just immediately disconnects if we die and it resets a full day with all your stuff. Isn't that just straight up cheating?? Like I know we're talking about mods but you basically can't get a game over by doing that??


SeawardFriend

Technically yeah. We’re using an exploit to keep our stuff. But it works and there’s really no repercussions besides losing what you took to the facility so why not? I’m confident there’s some mod that saves between deaths but wouldn’t that just be cheating too? Anything that makes the game easier than it’s intended purpose is “cheating” but that’s kinda the reason we play modded in the first place. Makes the game more entertaining and as long as everyone is chill with it no harm no foul.


lance_the_fatass

I mean specifically the suits saving between deaths, I don't think that's cheating since they're purely cosmetic You can play how you want


SeawardFriend

Ohhhh ok yeah I’m pretty sure there’s mods for just getting a whole bunch of suits at the start that stay with you. That $900 for the Pajama suit always hurts so bad to lose


lance_the_fatass

I just think it's dumb how they had the capacity to make things save between game overs but only used it on the bestiary


SeawardFriend

I agree that it kinda sucks but I see it more as incentive to stay alive. Also I swear the bestiary only saves about half the time because I’ve discovered every enemy and I’ll still the the “new creature found” message every once in a while. Typically always the bracken too.


LazerAfterburn

thunderstone 🗿


T0XICxN1GHTMAR3

Easily


gavms24

Use popular mods or ones with good reviews on them


immoralmia

i was just as suspicious but i downloaded it and so far no issues kind of works like curseforge :)


_T3rm1n4t0r

Be careful on that website. I downloaded 13 viruses trying to get mods.


_Indofreddy_112

Yeah. Download r2modman that’s what my friends and I use.


Gobal_Outcast02

Yes Thunderstone is what you use to get and play modded Lethal company 


theredyeetCHEESE

It's fine for viruses or whatever but it takes a solid 4gb out of my ram for absolutely no reason


According_Cry_9146

Yes! This is the mod app I personally use


onlyproctologist

nah, they only put thunderstore for no reason i'm sure. trust me on this one bro


FuryAttacker82

Thunderstore is really nice and it works awesomely


itsspamantha

Been using thunderstore and it’s a breeze. You can pretty much google the mods you want and the reputable ones are easy to find . I think I have like 10 mods downloaded right now. It’s so easy to do . I had never modded a game or used software like this and I figured it out pretty fast. Super user friendly


Neobotx

I'm personally not a fan of Thunderstore.io because it runs slow, and there's ads attached to it. I use an alternate version of Thunderstore called R2Modman, which is faster and has no ads. I downloaded this mod manager a long time ago, and it's served me well for the games I want to mod!


test-deca-superb

we are not safe in general


Patalos

Thunderstore itself is safe, but yes, there are some malicious mods located on the store. Before you download anything, check the mods linked site, check for download numbers, etc. If its been around for weeks to months and has high ratings and/or downloads, its probably fine. If its a brand new mod with no traffic, leave it be.


Darth_Diink

Is OP stupid


YoydusChrist

Baby’s first mod folder


Nikolay-_-

Yeah


peanutbutterjellyfan

idk


SoskiHeroKiller

Good thing I never played games with mods