Child To NPC
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #46 of 119 Modding Tools mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Install
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[]Install the latest version of SMAPI.
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]Download this mod and unzip it into Stardew Valley/Mods.[]Run the game using SMAPI.
How to use
This is a modding tool. No mods have currently been released which use Child To NPC, so this is currently only for modders.
This mod is dependent on Content Patcher. Child To NPC creates blank-slate NPCs from children, so modders can use Content Patcher to edit these NPCs. This mod makes use of the Content Patcher API, which allows Child To NPC to create its own custom tokens for CP mods.
Most of the information about this mod and how to use it is on my GitHub page. Please read the README over there.
When you run the game with Child To NPC in the mod folder, it will automatically convert any children above the (configurable) age requirement into NPCs. Child To NPC also has configurable parent information for each child in its config.json, as well as some behaviors for NPC children. There are optional console commands which make generating new children and aging them easier for modding/testing purposes, which can be enabled through the config.json.
Compatibility
- []Works with Stardew Valley 1. 4 on Linux/Mac/Windows.
- This mod uses Harmony, so there may be interference with other mods using Harmony to patch the same methods. If you notice any issues, please let me know
How to Uninstall
To uninstall Child To NPC, remove the Child To NPC folder. Child To NPC doesn't edit a player's save data, so there won't be any issues removing the mod. All children will be returned as normal.
Child To NPC is a modding tool that converts children into full-fledged NPCs, enabling them to be patched by other mods. With over 12,000 endorsements and 400,000 downloads, it's a popular utility for modders seeking deeper NPC integration.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 12,128 endorsements
- Over 400k downloads shows it's a go-to tool for modders
- Opens up new modding possibilities for child NPCs
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019, so may be outdated for current game versions
- No detailed instructions or documentation provided in the description
- Requires understanding of mod patching to use effectively
For mod authors and advanced users who want to extend NPC modding to children. If you're a player looking for direct gameplay changes, this isn't for you—it's a behind-the-scenes tool.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're new to modding tools, start by reading guides on how to patch NPCs to understand the workflow.
- Check if other mods you use have patches that require Child To NPC to ensure compatibility.
- Since it's a tool, you'll likely need to use it alongside a mod manager to integrate the converted NPCs into your load order.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- Loe2run
- Version
- 1.2.0
- Downloads
- 401,728
- Endorsements
- 12,128
- Category
- Modding Tools
- Created
- 10/16/2019
- Updated
- 11/26/2019
🔗 Required By 2 Mods
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