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All GamesBeginner

Getting Started: Installation & Setup

Download DSMapStudio, install prerequisites, unpack your game files, and create your first project in under 10 minutes.

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Elden RingIntermediate

Merging regulation.bin Files

Use Param Editor to export CSV files, merge multiple mod regulation.bin files, and avoid conflicts between mods.

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All GamesBeginner

Param Editor Basics

Navigate param tables, edit weapon stats, duplicate rows, use mass-edit syntax, and export to CSV. The core workflow.

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Dark Souls 3Intermediate

Map Editor Fundamentals

Load a map, place enemies and items, assign Entity IDs, configure draw groups, and save your changes.

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All GamesBeginner

Adding Custom Weapons & Items

Duplicate weapon entries in EquipParamWeapon, set stats and behaviours, add localisation text in the Text Editor.

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ComparisonReference

DSMapStudio vs Smithbox

DSMapStudio is the original foundation. Smithbox is its fork with extended support for latest patches. Learn when to use which.

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DSMapStudio

The original integrated modding studio for FromSoftware games. Open source since 2018.

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  • MIT License

Guides

  • Getting Started
  • Merge regulation.bin
  • Param Editor Guide
  • Map Editor Guide
  • Troubleshooting

Ecosystem

  • DSMapStudio vs Smithbox
  • Smithbox (Fork)
  • DSMSPortable
  • Soulsmodding Wiki
  • Discord Community

Looking for active Elden Ring support? Smithbox is a direct fork of DSMapStudio with support for all current patches and DLC.

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Released under the MIT License · Copyright © 2018 katalash and Meowmaritus · soulsmods contributors

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