Community ScriptHookRDR2 .NET

⭐ ⭐⭐ (9,218 endorsements) 📥 355,286 downloads 📌 v1.0.6.1 📅 11/21/2019
⚪ Last updated 2023

By Salty · Tools

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 3/19/2023 📅 Created: 11/21/2019
⚠️ Install Order · 4 steps
1🛠️ Script Hook RDR2 — Script Hook RDR2 Download ↗
2📦 C++ ScriptHookRDR2 by Alexander Blade Find it →
3📦 .NET Framework v4.6 or above Find it →
4📦 Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2019 x64 Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #3 of 23 Tools mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

THERE IS AN IMPROVED, UPDATED FORK OF THIS PROJECT HERE - A HUGE THANK YOU TO THEM!

This is an ASI plugin for Red Dead Redemption 2, ported from ScriptHookVDotNet, based on the C++ ScriptHook by Alexander Blade, which allows running scripts written in any . NET language in-game.

Join the official Red Dead Redemption 2 Modding Discord for the latest information about Red Dead Redemption 2 PC mods

Copy ScriptHookRDRDotNet.asi, ScriptHookRDRNetAPI.dll, AND ScriptHookRDRDotNet.ini to your RDR2 Install folder.

Install scripts to /scripts/ folder inside root folder

Requirements

C++ ScriptHookRDR2 by Alexander Blade

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Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2019 x64

For Developers:

Create . NET Framework project ≥ 4. 6

Add Reference to ScriptHookRDRNetAPI.dll

use RDR2 namespace

See ExampleScript.cs

Contributing

The source for this project is on Github here

You'll need Visual Studio 2017 or higher to open the project file and the Script Hook RDR2 SDK extracted into "/sdk".Additionally, create an environment variable called RDR2DN_VERSION and set it to the version you are attempting to build.

Any contributions to the project are welcomed, it's recommended to use GitHub pull requests.

Credits

Crosire (ScriptHookVDotNet)

Jedijosh920 - lots of help <3

Mooshe - RDR3CrashDiagnostics program

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Community ScriptHookRDR2 .NET is an ASI plugin for Red Dead Redemption 2 that ports ScriptHookVDotNet, allowing scripts written in any .NET language to run in-game. It requires Alexander Blade's C++ ScriptHookRDR2 and .NET Framework 4.6+, and is a popular tool with over 9,000 endorsements. Note: an improved fork is available.

✨ Key Features

Runs .NET scripts in Red Dead Redemption 2 via an ASI plugin
Ported from ScriptHookVDotNet, based on Alexander Blade's C++ ScriptHook
Supports any .NET language for script development
Includes example script (ExampleScript.cs) for developers
Open source with GitHub repository and contribution guidelines

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (9,218 endorsements, 355k downloads)
  • Opens up RDR2 modding to .NET developers, making script creation accessible
  • Actively maintained with an improved fork linked for continued support

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires multiple dependencies (C++ ScriptHook, .NET Framework, VC++ Redist) which can be a hassle
  • Outdated since 2023, but the fork is recommended for updates
  • Compatibility risk with future RDR2 game updates or other mods
🎯 Is This For You?
For RDR2 modders who want to create or use .NET-based scripts, especially those familiar with C# or other .NET languages. Also for players who want to install script mods that depend on this framework. Skip if you're not interested in scripting or prefer simpler mods.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to install the C++ ScriptHookRDR2 first, as this mod won't work without it.
  • Place the .asi, .dll, and .ini files directly in your RDR2 root folder, not in a subfolder.
  • For script mods, put them in a 'scripts' folder inside the root directory, and check the fork for updated compatibility.

📊 Mod Details

Game
RDR2 Mods
Author
Salty
Version
1.0.6.1
Downloads
355,286
Endorsements
9,218
Category
Tools
Created
11/21/2019
Updated
3/19/2023

🔧 How to Install RDR2 Mods

Install Script Hook RDR2 first. Most mods go in game directory.

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