Tryout Talents Alternative
⚪ Last updated 2022This mod may not work until the author updates it. Check for an update, or see the rollback guide.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 129 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
As of version 1. 8 (15 June 2019) the mod is using mod_hooks ("Modding Script Hooks") for better compatibility with new game patches and other mods.
Supported version of Battle Brothers: all patches since 1. 3. 0. 14
This is a slightly modified version of original Tryout Talents mod, which was created by Rule303. At first I only updated his mod to work with the new "Warriors of the North" DLC, but after he released new version I started having some problems with the mod. In this version I tried to fix all the bugs from original Tryout Talents and the mod should now work fine with both new and saved/loaded games.
In case you don't to want use mod_hooks, you can use version 1. 7 or ealier. Those versions doesn't require mod_hooks but are much less compatible than v1. 8.
Note that if you're using version 1. 7 or earlier, make sure you picked mod version which supports your game version (check the file description)!
Full credit goes to Rule303, creator of Tryout Talents mod - https://www.nexusmods.com/battlebrothers/mods/21
I only modified his files to get rid of the bugs.
Version 2. 0 - made sure it works correctly with patch 1. 5. 0. 12, fixed 2x tryout cost to actually double the cost, cleaned the code
Version 1. 9 - fixed the version with 2x tryout cost not working properly with Recruiter follower
Version 1. 8 - switched to mod_hooks for better compatibility. Mod should be now playable on all new game patches.
Version 1. 7 - updated to patch 1. 3. 0. 22
Version 1. 6 - updated to patch 1. 3. 0. 21
Version 1. 5 - updated to patch 1. 3. 0. 20
Version 1. 4 - updated to patch 1. 3. 0. 17 - 1. 3. 0. 19 and added variant with 2x Tryout cost for better balance
Version 1. 3 - added the version with Dismiss button as an optional file in downloads section (use just one file!).
Version 1. 2 - fixed compatiblity with latest Steam Hotfix. All should be working now.
Version 1. 1 - fixed naming issue preventing the mod from being loaded by the game.
INSTALLATION:
Just drop it into your game's Data folder (for example "Steam\steamapps\common\Battle Brothers\data") and you should be good to go.
UNISTALLATION:
Remove the .zip file from your Data folder.
KNOWN CONFLICTS:
As of version 1. 8 - no known conflicts.
For versions 1. 7 and earlier - mod will conflict with any other mod which changes "player.nut" and "data_helper.nut" scripts or modifies the town hiring screen. Non-light versions can also conflict with mods which alter tooltips.
Tryout Talents Alternative is a UI mod for Battle Brothers that reveals both traits and talent stars during brother tryouts, removing the guesswork. It includes an optional double-cost version for better balance, and supports 1.5.x.x patches and the Of Flesh and Faith DLC.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge time-saver for min-maxers (1,116 endorsements)
- Optional double-cost version gives you a balanced alternative
- Works with the latest DLC and patches
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 — may not work with newer patches or DLC
- Removes the risk of blind tryouts, which might make the game too easy for some
For Battle Brothers veterans who are tired of wasting gold on duds and want to know exactly what they're getting. Also great for players who want a more strategic recruitment phase without the RNG frustration. Skip if you enjoy the gamble of blind tryouts or want a pure vanilla experience.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using the double-cost version, make sure you have enough gold before recruiting — it can drain your coffers fast.
- This mod is a UI tweak, so it won't affect your save file — you can add or remove it anytime without breaking your campaign.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other UI mods, as they might conflict.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Battlebrothers Mods
- Author
- Rule303
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 41,330
- Endorsements
- 1,116
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 5/11/2019
- Updated
- 8/26/2022
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