Where Does Nova Drift Store Mods?
Where Nova Drift keeps BepInEx mods and pilot saves on Windows and Linux for backup and full moves.
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Nova Drift mods live in the BepInEx tree inside the install: plugins for mods and config for per mod options. Pilot saves with builds and unlocks sit apart, so back up both halves for a full move.
Confirm the Steam AppID on SteamDB before scripting Proton paths; the number below fits standard installs. Leaderboard runs want vanilla, so keep a clean profile beside the modded one. Copy with the game closed for reliable restores.
Where Nova Drift stores this, by platform
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Nova Drift\BepInEx\plugins
One folder per mod in plugins, options in config. Pilot saves live outside the install. Keep a vanilla profile beside the modded one.
~/.steam/steam/steamapps/compatdata/858210/pfx/drive_c/Program Files (x86)/Steam/steamapps/common/Nova Drift/BepInEx/plugins
Same install relative layout under Proton. Confirm the AppID on SteamDB when scripting; replace the number when installs differ.
Frequently asked questions
How do I install Nova Drift mods?
Drop the mod folder into BepInEx plugins or import a Thunderstore profile. Each mod sits in its own directory. Restart and read the console for errors after game updates.
How do I move modded Nova Drift to a new PC?
Copy the whole BepInEx folder with the game closed, plus your save files for pilots and unlocks. Mods travel in plugins, options in config. Match loader versions first.
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