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Cyber Engine Tweaks
Framework
Lua scripting layer and in-game overlay that many gameplay and UI mods run on.
No requirements
Tracked framework: Safe for the latest patch.
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Essential Cyberpunk 2077 mods
The six core frameworks first, then the mods that depend on them. After every game patch, wait for the frameworks to update before launching.
Hand-picked by ModSafe, listed in install order. We link only to the official download pages and never host files. Badges reflect our live framework status for Patch 2.31. List verified 2026-10-15.
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RED4ext
Framework
Native plugin loader for the game's engine; Codeware and others build on it.
No requirements
Tracked framework: Safe for the latest patch.
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redscript
Framework
Compiler for the game's script language; needed for most gameplay tweaks.
No requirements
Likely safeGet it on Nexus Mods ↗
Tracked framework: Likely safe for the latest patch.
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ArchiveXL
Framework
Loads new items, appearances and world edits without overwriting game files.
Requires: RED4ext
Tracked framework: Safe for the latest patch.
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TweakXL
Framework
Loads game-database edits from mods so they don't conflict.
Requires: RED4ext
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Tracked framework: Likely safe for the latest patch.
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Codeware
Framework
Extra scripting APIs for mod authors; a frequent hidden requirement.
Requires: RED4ext, redscript
Tracked framework: Safe for the latest patch.
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Native Settings UI
Interface
Adds mod options pages inside the game's own Settings menu.
Requires: CET
Needs CET; weakest link: CET (Safe).
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Mod Settings
Interface
Another in-menu settings framework used by redscript mods; install both to be safe.
Requires: RED4ext, redscript
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Needs RED4ext, redscript; weakest link: redscript (Likely safe).
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Virtual Atelier
Gameplay
In-game web store for buying modded clothing and weapons.
Requires: CET, redscript, ArchiveXL, TweakXL
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Needs CET, redscript, ArchiveXL, TweakXL; weakest link: redscript (Likely safe).
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Equipment-EX
Gameplay
Transmog wardrobe: wear any look while keeping your armor stats.
Requires: RED4ext, redscript, ArchiveXL, TweakXL, Codeware
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Needs RED4ext, redscript, ArchiveXL, TweakXL, Codeware; weakest link: redscript (Likely safe).
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Limited HUD
Interface
Hides HUD widgets until they're relevant, for a cleaner screen.
Requires: CET, redscript
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Needs CET, redscript; weakest link: redscript (Likely safe).
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Appearance Menu Mod (AMM)
Tools
Photo-mode toolkit: spawn NPCs, change appearances, place props.
Requires: CET, ArchiveXL, TweakXL, Codeware
Likely safeGet it on Nexus Mods ↗
Needs CET, ArchiveXL, TweakXL, Codeware; weakest link: TweakXL (Likely safe).
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No Intro Videos
Quality of life
Skips the startup logos so you reach the menu in seconds.
No requirements
Check manuallyGet it on Nexus Mods ↗
Doesn't depend on a tracked framework; check its page after big patches.
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