Texture Replacer (BepInEx)
🟡 Updated this yearThis mod was updated after the recent game update — it should work on the current version. (Subnautica Security Hotfix)
⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 0.9% endorsement rate
- ✅ Updated 189 days after the latest game patch — actively maintained
- 🏆 #3 of 114 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod lets you create custom textures for creatures and objects in game.
You can set textures to be a variation (Only happens a certain percent of the time) or to replace them.
In the files tab there are 2 premade configs and textures:
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[]Bloody lifepods - Makes all the lifepods have more bloody textures to give a more horror-esque vibe (Big thanks to Ay_ItsAlex on the SN modding discord for the textures!)
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]Gilbert - Adds a green peeper variation that has 25% chance of occurring (By popular request on the SN modding discord)Using downloaded configs:
The config JSON goes in BepInEx/config/TextureReplacer (Generates after the game is run) and the textures go in BepInEx/plugins/TextureReplacer/Assets
If you want to create your own custom configs/textures either use the Texture Replacer Editor, or follow this tutorial on legacy configs (It will be updated at some point for the new config version.
https://indigocoder1.github.io/Indigocoder_SubnauticaMods/TextureReplacerWebsite/index.html
Source Code: https://github.com/Indigocoder1/Indogocoder_SubnauticaMods/tree/master/Texture%20Replacer
Texture Replacer (BepInEx) by Indigocoder lets players create custom textures for creatures and objects. With 447 endorsements and 52,077 downloads, it's a popular tool for modders seeking visual customization. Last updated April 2026, it remains relevant for current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community trust with 447 endorsements
- Over 52,000 downloads shows real demand
- Actively maintained as of April 2026
⚠️ Cons
- Requires BepInEx setup, which can be a hurdle for new modders
- No detailed instructions included in the description
- Limited to texture replacement—no other visual tweaks
For modders who want to personalize creature and object textures without touching code. If you're comfortable with BepInEx, this is a straightforward tool. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or all-in-one visual overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure BepInEx is installed and configured before adding this mod, as it relies on the framework.
- Check the mod's file structure to see where to place custom texture files—usually in a 'Textures' folder.
- Test with a single texture first to confirm the replacement works before mass-editing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Subnautica Mods
- Author
- Indigocoder
- Version
- 1.2.6
- Downloads
- 52,077
- Endorsements
- 447
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 9/16/2023
- Updated
- 4/10/2026
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