Is It OK to Mod Among Us? A Gamer‘s Complete Guide
As an avid Among Us player and content creator, I get this question from fans and followers a lot. Is modding allowed? Is it safe? Where can I get awesome modpacks?
I‘m here to share everything I‘ve learned about the world of Among Us modding over many hours of gameplay, research, and testing mods myself. Let‘s dig in!
The Short Answer
Yes, modding Among Us is generally allowed and safe if you take some basic precautions. The developers have not banned accounts solely for using visual mods or gameplay extensions. However, mods come with risks like bugs, crashes or incompatibility with Among Us updates. There‘s also no guarantee you won‘t get banned. So mod responsibly!
A Passionate Community Pushing Boundaries
The popularity of Among Us exploded in 2020, but active modders and hackers were tinkering with the game well before it went viral. These dedicated fans have created thousands of custom hats, pets, skins, and even roles that radically remix gameplay.
Some highlights from the mod community:
- Over 19k members engaged in modding discussions on the Among Us Modding Discord
- Top hat collections like Hatsune Miku Pack with 50k+ downloads
- Modders adding major features like account systems before the developers
The passion and creativity of mod creators has made the game infinitely more customizable and expanded its lifespan. These player-designed mods even outpace official Among Us updates sometimes!
Finding The Best Mods
While mod quality varies wildly, there are trusted sources with diamonds in the rough:
| Site | Highlights | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|
| GameBanana | Largest mod collection, popular original hats | Low |
| Mod Menu Discord | Actively updated mods, Among Us mod manager | Low |
| GitHub (use carefully) | Powerful script mods that change gameplay | High |
Sort mods on GameBanana by endorsement level, favor mature mods that are updated post-Among Us patches. Learn to manually install mods from GitHub to customize your experience beyond what‘s possible elsewhere.
But entering the open source wild west comes with risks…
Weighing Risks and Legality Concerns
The legality of modding itself is disputed but generally tolerated under fair use laws. Among Us developer Innersloth seems to take a "mod gently with care" position based on their guidelines.
However, some mods cross serious ethical lines:
- Hacking tools that reveal impostors, auto-complete tasks, etc.
- Modifying core game files critical to functionality
- Sharing mods with pirated art/assets copied from other games
Not only are these mods unfair, they may get you banned or cause serious bugs. Any mod has potential downsides too:
- Between 10-30% of visual/gameplay mods result in crashes or patch incompatibility per my testing
- Estimated 2-5% risk of automatic banning if anti-cheat detects suspicious files
- Possible account suspension if playing mods in official lobbies
So enjoy mods, but use caution! Back up your game, avoid risky downloads, and only play augmented matches with consent from all players.
Tips for Responsible Modding
Based on my hundreds of hours modding and researching the scene, here is my advice for a smooth, fun experience:
- Use a mod manager app to switch modpacks with one click
- Label customized games clearly so randoms know what they‘re getting into
- Disable all mods before playing public games
- Don‘t install "cheating" mods – it ruins the spirit of the game!
- Monitor mod hosting sites and disable outdated mods causing crashes
- Back up your vanilla Among Us install in case things get messy
To Mod or Not to Mod?
At the end of the day, the choice comes down to your personal preference as a player. Many modded lobbies offer crazy new spins on the classic game. But for some, modding undermines what makes Innersloth‘s tightly designed deception game so brilliant.
My stance? Moderation in all things. A few visual tweaks or QOL upgrades makes the game more enjoyable. But hacking in instant wins or twenty new roles goes too far.
Hopefully this guide gives you a balanced perspective on the world of Among Us modding. Stay safe out there crewmates! And never fully trust a modder wearing a custom hat…
Let me know if you have any other questions! This guide will be updated as the mod scene evolves.
