CustomItems(Bepinex)
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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
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- ✅ Updated 163 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #18 of 36 Libraries mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Update Ingredients and CustomFoods3 plugin.
Delete Ftray.json from Ingredients folder
Dependency added : CustomBatteries (Purple Edition) (Nautilus)
Delete TestBattery.json from Items Folder Since its now in Battery Folder.
MoreDeco and MoreLockers ,CustomFoods3 Is Included in CustomItems As Samples
Also you should delete MoreDecoJson before loading Customitems because its the same mod on its own page.
. CustomItems : Includes Moredeco as a base is set by a Json file so don't use both.
CustomItems(AKA MoreDecojson) update adds new features
New Easier Sharing Update all items have their own Json file with the information in them that goes into the Items Folder.
Custombuildables
Custombuildables with storage
Customfoods
CustomPoster
CustomMedkit
CustomOxygenTank
CustomHealItem
CustomBatteries and PowerCells
Custom Ingredients.
Custom Tabs
CustomFAbricators
Custom Knifes and HotKnifes
Json recipes for all the items so you can set the recipes.
All The Custom Groups have
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Group1 to set the group the items in
Category1 to set the category the items in
CustomUnlocks use this and set the unlock mostly try default unlocks for now
DefaultUnlocks use this to set the unlock to a peeper by default
IAltRecipe to set another recipe for the item which will look for AltInteralname
IOrgRecipe to set the orginal recipe for the items only looks for the interalname
CustomBuildables: how to make custom buildable item from assets already in the game.
LabCart.json
"Tooltip": "A LabCart.", <--- this is your tooltip
"FriendlyName": " LabCart",<-- your items name
"InternalName": "Lcart",<-- your Techtype and name for the json file that has to be made in recipes
"Spritename": "Lcart", <-- your name of your sprite thats within the assets folder
"ResourceId": "af165b07-a2a3-4d85-8ad7-0c801334c115", <--- the ResourceId for the items your cloning.
"ObjectName":"discovery_lab_cart_01", <--- the objects model name this is used to get the item
"NothingNeeded": true <-- if nothing needs to be modified you use this
"buildable": true <---- has to be set to make a buildable item as well
CustomBuildables with storage: how to make a custom buildable item with storage from assets already in the game
Customping this lets you make a poster that's also a ping with set photo or custom.
Testping.json
"Tooltip": "Test base Ping." "FriendlyName": "Ba
CustomItems is a BepInEx library mod that enables creation of custom items, including buildables, storage, food, posters, medkits, oxygen tanks, heal items, hull plates, and batteries. It has 119 endorsements and 10,140 downloads, last updated March 2026. Ideal for modders seeking to add custom content to their game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community trust with 119 endorsements and over 10k downloads.
- Versatile item types cover a wide range of modding needs.
- Actively maintained—updated March 2026, so likely compatible with current game versions.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires BepInEx, which may be a hurdle for new modders.
- No documentation on how to actually create items, so expect a learning curve.
For modders and players who want to add custom items to their game using BepInEx. If you're comfortable with modding frameworks and want flexibility, this is a solid base. Skip if you're looking for ready-made items or need hand-holding through setup.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Ensure BepInEx is installed correctly before adding this mod.
- Check the mod's page for any updates or patches after game updates.
- Look for community tutorials on creating custom items with BepInEx to get started.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- Cookay
- Version
- 1.0.0.4I
- Downloads
- 10,140
- Endorsements
- 119
- Category
- Libraries
- Created
- 6/2/2024
- Updated
- 3/15/2026
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