Modding has become a major part of how players enhance their experience with Cassette Beasts. Whether you’re a casual explorer or a dedicated content creator, knowing how to safely and effectively install mods can open up a world of possibilities—from expanding save slots to customizing the game with your own flavor. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of installing mods, with clear explanations and helpful precautions.

A Quick Word of Warning

Before diving into modding, it’s important to understand the risks. Installing mods can potentially corrupt save files or cause other unexpected issues. Always back up your saves before making changes, and proceed with caution. This isn’t meant to scare you off—most mods are safe if installed properly—but it’s best to go in informed rather than blindsided.

Finding Mods: Where to Start

The Cassette Beasts Discord is a great place to begin your modding journey. The community is active, and the mods shared there are often vetted by experienced players. One particularly useful mod is the Extra File Slots mod, which, interestingly, was developed by the devs themselves. That already speaks volumes about its stability and usefulness.

On the modding website featured on Discord, you’ll find a number of creative mods, such as the Romance Kaylee Resting Dialogue—a touching addition for fans of Kaylee—and others that tweak quality-of-life elements. But for now, let’s focus on how to get the extra file slots up and running.

Downloading and Preparing the Files

Once you’ve chosen the mod (in this case, Extra File Slots), download the ZIP file to your computer. After downloading, locate the file—often found in your default Downloads folder. Right-click on the ZIP and select Extract All. This will create a new folder with the mod’s unpacked contents. It’s worth taking a moment to read any README files included—this one specifically tells you:

“Extra File Slots Cassette Beasts Mod by Tom. For installation instructions, see the wiki.”

Helpful, yes—but we’ll walk you through it directly here, so you don’t need to bounce between tabs.

Locating the Mods Folder

To install the mod, you’ll need to move the .pck file into your Cassette Beasts Mods folder. If you’ve never installed a mod before, that folder likely doesn’t exist yet. Here’s how to find or create it:

1. Open File Explorer.
2. In the address bar, paste:

%appdata%\CassetteBeasts

3. Inside the CassetteBeasts folder, look for (or create) a new folder named Mods.
4. Drag and drop the .pck file from the unzipped folder into the Mods folder.

Once the file is placed in that folder, the mod is installed—now it’s time to check if it’s working.

Verifying the Mod is Active

Launch Cassette Beasts. On the main menu screen, look in the bottom left-hand corner. If the mod has loaded successfully, you’ll see a new entry along with your current game version. It should read something like:

Extra File Saves Version 1.0 by Biton Studios

This visual confirmation is crucial—it tells you right away that the mod has been detected and is running correctly.

What the Extra File Slots Mod Does

By default, Cassette Beasts gives you three save slots. For many players, that’s enough—but if you like to experiment, this limitation can get in the way. The Extra File Slots mod expands the total number of save slots to ten, giving you ample room to separate different types of playthroughs.

As a content creator, this opens the door to all kinds of experiments. Want a dedicated file for randomizer runs? Done. Need a separate slot for mod testing, shiny hunting, or high-level experimentation like instant level 100 battles or bootleg farming with ritual candles? Now you can do it without risking your main file.

Final Tips for Modding Success

• Always back up your save files before installing or updating mods.
• Join the Cassette Beasts Discord for up-to-date mod info, troubleshooting help, and community feedback.
• Stick to mods that have been tested or endorsed by the community or developers.
• If a mod stops working after a game update, check for newer versions or compatibility fixes.

In Closing

Modding Cassette Beasts isn’t just for power users—it’s for anyone who wants a richer, more customized experience. Whether it’s a simple tweak like extra file slots or more immersive changes like added dialogue and mechanics, installing mods can be both safe and satisfying when done right.

So go ahead—explore, mod, and make Cassette Beasts your own. And if you run into any issues or just want to chat about your favorite mods, drop into the Discord or comment sections. Happy modding!