RED4ext
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 44 Modders Resources mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
RED4ext is a library that extends REDengine 4. It will allow modders to add new features, modify the game behavior, add new scripting functions or call existing ones in your own plugins.
This library is similar to:
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[]Script Hook V
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]Skyrim Script ExtenderThis library is split into two parts:
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[]RED4ext - This project which consist of the loader, it only takes care of managing plugins.
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]RED4ext. SDK - This project contains the reversed types and helpers to extend the engine, it can be used independently of RED4ext.If you are developing a new plugin, add only RED4ext. SDK in your project structure.
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[]Install the latest Visual C++ Redistributable 2022.
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]Download the latest zip (e.g. red4ext_x.y.z.zip) from GitHub or NexusMods.[]Extract the content of the archive in the game's directory.
[]Launch the game.
[](Optional) Check the log file in <game_directory>/red4ext/logs/red4ext.log to make sure everything works.
- []Remove winmm.dll from <game_directory>/bin/x64.
- (Optionally) Remove red4ext directory from <game_directory>.
The complete / most up to date documentation is now available at docs.red4ext.com.
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[]Install the latest Visual C++ Redistributable 2022.
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[]RED4ext - This project which consist of the loader, it only takes care of managing plugins.
RED4ext is a script extender for REDengine 4, the engine behind Cyberpunk 2077. It's a foundational modding tool with massive community adoption (149,777 endorsements, 11.8M downloads), actively maintained as of March 2026. Essential for modders and players who want to use script-based mods.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community trust – 149,777 endorsements and 11.8M downloads speak for themselves.
- Actively updated (March 2026), so it's likely compatible with current game patches.
- Essential for anyone serious about Cyberpunk 2077 modding – most script mods require it.
⚠️ Cons
- No detailed description provided – you'll need to check the mod page or forums for setup specifics.
- As a script extender, it's a dependency, not a standalone mod – you'll need other mods to see its benefits.
- Potential compatibility issues with game updates – always check for the latest version.
For Cyberpunk 2077 modders and players who want to use script-based mods – this is a must-have foundation. If you're just looking for simple cosmetic tweaks, you might not need it, but for anything complex, you'll likely need RED4ext.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Install RED4ext manually by extracting the archive into your Cyberpunk 2077 root folder – it's the standard method.
- Check the mod's compatibility with your game version – RED4ext updates frequently after patches, so make sure you have the latest release.
- Look for mods that explicitly require RED4ext – they'll often include install instructions that assume you have it set up.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
- Author
- WopsS
- Version
- 1.30.0
- Downloads
- 11,783,108
- Endorsements
- 149,777
- Category
- Modders Resources
- Created
- 4/19/2021
- Updated
- 3/9/2026
🔗 Required By 26 Mods
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