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00:00:00 – 00:12:51
The video explains the process of creating a "Content Patcher" mod for Stardew Valley, starting with installing essential tools like SMAPI and Content Patcher. Viewers are guided on downloading, unpacking files, and preparing to modify the game to create a mod, showcasing steps to customize the game content without replacing files. The creator specifically demonstrates creating a mod featuring Abigail with red hair, emphasizing setting up folders, editing sprites, using editing software, and controlling mod actions through JSON files. The final segment announces a poll on the creator's Patreon page for viewer participation, indicating gratitude for any support.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator explains the process of creating a “Content Patcher” mod for Stardew Valley. They start by installing SMAPI and Content Patcher, essential tools for modding. The video demonstrates how to download and install SMAPI, including setting it up to work with Steam. They then guide viewers on downloading Content Patcher from Nexus Mods, unpacking the files, and preparing to modify the game. This part concludes with instructions on how to access the Stardew Valley installation directory in preparation for creating the mod.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the focus is on setting up a Stardew Valley mod using Content Patcher. The key actions include creating a Mods folder, installing Content Patcher, and using StardewXNBHack to unpack XNB files. The process involves editing spritesheets and portraits to customize the game. By following the steps outlined, users can prepare their mod and make desired changes to the game’s content without replacing game files.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the creator is demonstrating how to create a Content Patcher Mod for Stardew Valley featuring Abigail with red hair. The key actions include organizing files in a new folder named “Abigail Red,” placing edited sprites in the “assets” folder, renaming files appropriately, and setting up the manifest and content JSON files. The content JSON file controls the mod’s actions, with an example provided for editing images, specifically Abigail’s portraits in the Portraits directory. This step is crucial for the mod to function correctly.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the focus is on using Content Patcher to replace target fields with files from the Mod’s folder. The speaker demonstrates how to set up the Content JSON file and then goes on to edit Abigail’s spritesheets and portraits using Pixel Studio. Various editing software options are briefly discussed. The narrator shows how to make changes to the sprites, emphasizing the use of a specific tool for efficient editing. The process of editing all assets is shown, with a note on consistency. Finally, the mod is tested in Stardew Valley, showcasing the modified character Abigail in-game.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the creator thanks the viewers for watching and encourages them to participate in a poll on their Patreon page, which is linked in the video description. The creator mentions that viewers do not need to be subscribed to Patreon to respond to the poll and expresses gratitude for any support.