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Vanilla Gun Modify (VGM)

This mod was created using Weapon XML Generator


Vanilla Gun Modify system (VGM) aims to recreate the tactical attachment systems from mainstream FPS games like PUBG, COD, Metro, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R., providing a familiar, convenient and elegant way to fine-tune your shipboard weapons: from SMGs equipped with silencers and lasers to revolvers turned into "rifles" with extended barrels, scopes and pistol stocks.

This mod adds a workbench, 10 weapons with multiple attachment slots, and 15 firearm attachments with varying effects. All modifications work by directly inserting attachments into weapons. The stat values are based on vanilla game values with slight balancing adjustments but remain suitable for vanilla gameplay.



You need to craft the "Weapon Modification Workbench" at a vanilla workbench, install it in your submarine and power it. This workbench provides blueprints for tactical versions of most vanilla weapons (currently only 10 weapons available, more will be added in future updates). You can craft tactical versions using vanilla weapons.

Currently there are four modification slots available:
Affects crosshair size and maximum aiming distance. Additionally, laser sights/flashlights/glowsticks can be mounted here.


Affects screen shake during firing, damage and barrel position


Longer barrels provide more significant damage and stability bonuses, however, excessively long barrels can become obstacles in close combat



Affects weapon stance and serves as the main mounting point for light sources. Keeping the barrel forward helps maintain alertness during mobile firefights


Affects weapon movement speed and spread. Heavier stocks improve aiming but reduce mobility


(Mags)
These aren't tactical attachments, but who can resist 3x capacity drum magazines? (Currently only available for SMGs)

Considering my history of "starting projects and not finishing them", I can't make too many promises about future updates.

Best case scenario: VGM will cover all vanilla weapons this year and add at least 10 more attachments. Additionally, 4 themed expansion packs will be released by 2026 - two before the DLC launch and two after. There will also be minimum version support.

Worst case? Maybe I'll just release it and disappear. How much gets done depends on community feedback and how busy I am this year.

No current plans to support other mods, as I haven't played Barotrauma in a while and can't guarantee I'll understand others' XML. I'd rather focus limited energy on new content. That said, compatibility patches are welcome!

If you want to make derivative works based on this mod, no permission needed - go for it! I've left extensive comments in the XML (mostly in Chinese, but Gemini translation works fine these days)