Automatic Doors

⭐ ⭐ (901 endorsements) 📥 18,575 downloads 📌 v3.9 📅 3/9/2014
⚪ Last updated 2021

By lornlynx · Gameplay Effects and Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 9/29/2021 📅 Created: 3/9/2014
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 4.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #3 of 66 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Automatic Doors

Latest message: v3. 9: -fixed Outpost doors (again. I hope...)

Steam Workshop: http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=729599895

Description:

You come home from a hard and hefty farming day, and then there is it. The door. Doesn't it bother you to ever press that E button open it? Fear no more, citizen, for convenience is here!

This mod makes all doors in the game (all that rely onto doors.lua actually) automatic. This means you'll be able to just walk straight forward against a door and it will open and close without your consent!

Though you should probably be careful when there are monsters at your door, as you will open the door now when you come too close...

It also open automatically ONLY for players, NPCs still have to use doors manually and monsters still can't open them.

Though NPCs also close the doors automatically behind them now, which means that you no longer have to worry that monsters might slip into your house! (Though it is not 100% foolproof if a monster stands right next to the door when the NPC opens it)

Doors should also behave as normal doors when they are locked or wired, wiring a door disables automatic mode while dewiring one enables it again.

If a door behaves funky after you downloaded a new version, walk through it and away from it once and see that the NPCs do the same, also be sure to reload your game!

In case of issues: If you are getting stuck, like in a mission, you can open the chat and type "/admin" followed by "/settileprotection 0 false". This allows you to destroy blocks. Set it to true again after you got through the faulty door so you don't lose the experience. And report the issue to me

It is highly recommended that you use the NPC's Aren't Stupid! mod: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=731644566

It revamps NPC AI so they can actually use horizontal doors without getting stuck in a loop. Most issues regarding NPC's can be solved by using this mod!

Should you have ghost doors in your ship, you can use this handy mod to remove them: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=755391531

Also if you recognize any bugs, or have any wishes or future ideas, please feel free to report them to me (us rather), I will try to fix them then.

Discuss the mod here: http://community.playstarbound.com/index.php?threads/automatic-doors. 74792/

Credit: bigthanks to healthire for some minor help and especially to bk3k for updating it to 1. 0 and greatly updating the code!

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Automatic Doors is a simple gameplay mod that makes all doors open and close automatically as players approach. With 901 endorsements and 18,575 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life addition for players who find manual door interaction tedious.

✨ Key Features

All doors open and close automatically when players approach
Simple gameplay effect with no complex configuration

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 901 endorsements and over 18k downloads
  • Removes the annoyance of manually opening doors
  • Lightweight mod that does exactly what it says

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021, so may have compatibility issues with newer game versions
  • Could break immersion if doors open too early or unexpectedly
  • May conflict with other mods that alter door behavior
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who want a smoother, more convenient experience without the hassle of clicking doors. Perfect for those who play fast-paced or just want to walk through doorways without interruption. Skip if you prefer realistic door interactions or use mods that overhaul door mechanics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (2021) before installing.
  • If you use other door-related mods, test them together to ensure no conflicts.
  • Consider placing this mod lower in your load order to avoid overriding other door scripts.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Starbound Mods
Author
lornlynx
Version
3.9
Downloads
18,575
Endorsements
901
Category
Gameplay Effects and Changes
Created
3/9/2014
Updated
9/29/2021

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