DAModder is designed as a full replacement for Bioware’s “DAUpdater” program. DAUpdater is designed for players to easily install Bioware’s DLC content, and is available to be used to install 3rd party modules as well. However, while DAUpdater is a nice little utility, it doesn’t work well enough as a full mod installer. DAUpdater’s main flaw is that it does not have the ability to un-install mods. In addition, as modders have become more experienced and mods have gotten more complex, several additional issues have surfaced. Some mods need to install files into the games main “core” override, yet DAUpdater can’t do this. Also some mods are now actually configurable by the player, but this currently requires hand editing of an INI file.
DAModder was designed to address all these issues in one easy to use, solid installer, designed for both players and builders.
For Players
Easy installation of all mod types
Easy un-installation of all installed mods, even those installed by DAUpdater
Quick access to mod information
Easy to use graphical UI for configuration of mods that support configuration through DragonAge.ini
Robust & secure backup system to protect your game files and settings
Localization display mod data in your native language when available
For Builders
Easy packaging of mods for release — in a format that can be used either with DAModder or DAUpdater
If your mod is configurable through DragonAge.ini, you can easily setup configuration options for the player
Automatic creation of readme files if desired, with information pulled directly from toolset data, makes for less work come packaging time