openBRF - an editor for BRF files

⭐ ⭐ (864 endorsements) 📥 23,234 downloads 📌 v0.0.80e 📅 8/29/2009
⚪ Last updated 2013

By mtarini · Utilities

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/10/2013 📅 Created: 8/29/2009
⚠️ Potentially Incompatible — Recent Game Update

This mod may not work until the author updates it. Check for an update, or see the rollback guide.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 82 Utilities mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

OpenBRF a tool to edit resource files (BRF) Preview/import/exports everything: meshes, animations, skeletons, materials, textures, rigged meshes, collision bodies, hit-boxes etc. Fully compatible with M&B (any version) and Warband. Fast loading and startup. Multiple languages. (Somewhat) faithful previews. Direct edit of object values (e.g. flags). OpenSource. Lots of features and tools, from auto-computations of LODs to re-computation of normals with hard edges, auto-quadrangolation of collision objects, scan for module errors and inconsistency and search-in-module engine; rig meshes by example; auto-making of female versions of armours... and many, many more. Note: to access most functions, right click on the object(s) to be processed, in the list on the left. More info in the (on TW)

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openBRF is a utility for editing BRF resource files used in Mount & Blade, supporting preview, import, and export of meshes and other assets. It has 864 endorsements and 23,234 downloads, last updated in 2013. The description is minimal, but the tool is well-known in the modding community for its essential role in asset editing.

✨ Key Features

Edits BRF resource files for Mount & Blade
Preview, import, and export all content including meshes
Long-standing tool with 864 endorsements and 23,234 downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Essential tool for modders working with BRF files
  • Proven track record with 23k downloads and 864 endorsements
  • Handles meshes and other assets in one package

⚠️ Cons

  • No updates since 2013, so may lack support for newer game versions
  • Description is sparse, so you'll need to learn by doing or from community guides
🎯 Is This For You?
This is for Mount & Blade modders who need to create or modify custom meshes and resources. If you're making new weapons, armor, or scene props, this tool is a must-have. It's also useful for anyone wanting to tweak existing BRF files without diving into complex code.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to back up your original BRF files before editing, as mistakes can corrupt your mod.
  • Use the preview feature to check your meshes before importing them into the game.
  • Look up community tutorials for openBRF, since the official description is minimal.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Mount And Blade Mods
Author
mtarini
Version
0.0.80e
Downloads
23,234
Endorsements
864
Category
Utilities
Created
8/29/2009
Updated
6/10/2013

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