I just in the last week started modding w/ YAML and YAW and you're tips are much appreciated. Definitely gonna get the Purchase Salvage mod next since I've wanted that option so many dang times.
Im not to keen on yaml It crashes my game, I recommend for diversity and play MW5 mercenaries 5 as it should and not to far from vanilla, is in my opinion Is to Add Standalone Mechs from vortex, Add standalone weapon packs to mw5 mercenaries, And add mw3, Mw2, Weapons to use unnerfed classic weapons i also recommend Thunderbolt etc, I just wish for a vehicle driving mod then it will be like Roguetech for battletech game, I just want to make a budget roguetech Roster
I'm getting notified that the YAML or YAW mods are conflicting with the 'No Tonnage' mod. It seems that most players recommend removing tonnage limits-what are your thoughts? If you feel it's a necessary mod than is there another 'no tonnage' mod that'll work with YAML and YAW? Thanks!
@@KnightKnowledge I downloaded various workshop Mods as well and use WebMods but unfortunately the author(s) keeps screwing around with the updates. It’s annoying because they don’t fix the bugs when they claimed it’s updated. Smh
Do you use the mod loader? A couple of months ago when I was trying purchase salvage with the YAML mods and some other mods i already had, it was causing conflicts (and crashes, iirc)
I use Vortex b/c I'm on Epic; its quite good, never had to think about loading it in a specific order. I just turn them on and off on the Main screen (when I switch between vanilla and modded play). If you have issues, you may want to check if some mods aren't compatible with each other
I cannot get Bobbert's Mod Options to work properly. It says that I need to reorder how it and YAML load. But I guess I'm not editing the correct file. Upon further investigation and some testing... Mod Options is incompatible with YAML when it's loaded from Steam Workshop. Adding it from Nexus disables all the other mods I have.
It's important to understand how modding works when not using external tools to facilitate it. Using external tools or managed libraries like Steam and Nexus takes agency from someone. Mixing modding platforms is exactly one of the problems that was introduced by the Steam mod workshop, regardless of how insultingly strangled those tools are.
I want to try these mods, but I'm uncertain whether or not I should install them on my first playthrough. My concern is that they will make the game too easy.
@@wolverine005Just turn down the health multipliers to 1-2x. The YAML defaults are very clearly broken in some missions with coyotes pack. Weaker weapons become way more useful, and the enemies become less of a chore whilst still being a threat if left unchecked/in a large swarm. On default settings some missions need around 2 tons worth of LRM ammo just to take out defending turrets. If you got an Igor swarm at the start of the mission, expect to lose your whole lance in under a minute.
Vanilla, even vanilla with DLC is just a drag by the end of it. Maybe rush through a campaign run then use the mods, but I'd suggest some of them even on a mostly vanilla playthrough. Coyote missions can be hard for a firth playthrough though, and YAML by default sets enemy vehicle health to like 3x, so you should prob make that 1.5x for the beginning missions until you can easily one shot the tanks and VTOLs
Clans out next year has better UE5 AI so theres at least that to look forward to. At the very least I'd be happy if they didn't walk in front catching friendly fire constantly lol.
Did you try ttrulez_aimod2? "Updates the AI of both enemy mechs and your Lancemates AI to perform better in combat. New behaviors and logic to seem more human, and jumpjets enabled. No more circle of death."
There are even more interessting mods from the Yet- another-Group, for example: Yet another Clan Mechs and yet another IS Mechs. You add a few more battlemechs and their variants. All mods are compatible with each other. However, these mods sometimes do not work with other mods, for example the Advanced Career mod or 330's Pilot Overhaul can cause problems. But all in all this group of mods is an absolute enrichment for Mechwarrior 5
The yet another clan mech mod I found mostly lacking because it just reuses in-game models And brands it "IIC" with maybe like two mechs that had their own model.
@@danwalker3851 Yeah, but there are some new IIC Mechs, Hellhound, Adder and some other. But there are a another IIC mod out there. On Nexus. If you with a lot of "real" IIC mechs, go for it. But the mod is not as mature as yet another clan mech. The name of the mod was something like Clan Invasion 3048, something like that, but I can't remember exactly
@@KnightKnowledge I know it's super late for a reply but boy oh boy if you're wondering what is unique about Coyote's you're in for a treat. It's as revolutionary for a vanilla install as Yet another Mechlab. It adds a ton of new mission types, tweaked AI for enemy pilots and it even adds a couple touches to vanilla missions. The amount of variety and random/surprise objectives you get during gameplay is enough to keep you hooked for a good while. Really, try it out.
@@davewills6121 I finally did downloading mods now I'm really excited to experience a way better version of this conole gaming has gotten so lame these days.
Just like chloe smith said. Your console (Xbox, PS4/5, etc.) is basically a computer, wrap in a nice fancy UI. That's all. Remove the hard drive, hook it up to a computer. Install your mods.
Mods for MW5 are really the best thing about the game
The DLC stuff does enrich and expand the base game. But the mods allowed me to actually turn it exactly into a game that I personally want to play.
Fahad is working even harder now! Better invest a heavy amount of C-Bills into some Timbiqui Dark stock.
I always wanted an under tonnage bonus!😊
I just in the last week started modding w/ YAML and YAW and you're tips are much appreciated. Definitely gonna get the Purchase Salvage mod next since I've wanted that option so many dang times.
Purchase salvage is definitely useful!
Im not to keen on yaml It crashes my game, I recommend for diversity and play MW5 mercenaries 5 as it should and not to far from vanilla, is in my opinion Is to Add Standalone Mechs from vortex, Add standalone weapon packs to mw5 mercenaries, And add mw3, Mw2, Weapons to use unnerfed classic weapons i also recommend Thunderbolt etc, I just wish for a vehicle driving mod then it will be like Roguetech for battletech game, I just want to make a budget roguetech Roster
thanks a lote ... any good mod for control in the game ...
I'm getting notified that the YAML or YAW mods are conflicting with the 'No Tonnage' mod. It seems that most players recommend removing tonnage limits-what are your thoughts? If you feel it's a necessary mod than is there another 'no tonnage' mod that'll work with YAML and YAW? Thanks!
Ive never needed no tonnage limits as it is only limiting in early game. I think YAW and YAML are worth it.
Okay thanks!@@KnightKnowledge
Shouldn't need a no tonnage mod anymore since you can set the tonnage penalties to 0 in the custom difficulty options.
What the heck is the name of that mod that makes all mechs and equipment available at the start, instead of being released at certain dates?
It's not a mod, it's Instant Action mode (instead of campaign mode)
@@KnightKnowledge No, there's a mod that can do that, too. It works in campaign mode. I had it at one time, I just can't remember the name.
@@DarkElfDiva Simple Cheat Mod I believe. It's not compatible with YAML though.
I wouldn’t call the yaml collection separate mods imo
04:30 that's a like XD
Are these Mods available in Steam workshop?
They are, yes
@@KnightKnowledge I downloaded various workshop Mods as well and use WebMods but unfortunately the author(s) keeps screwing around with the updates. It’s annoying because they don’t fix the bugs when they claimed it’s updated. Smh
Do you use the mod loader? A couple of months ago when I was trying purchase salvage with the YAML mods and some other mods i already had, it was causing conflicts (and crashes, iirc)
I use Vortex b/c I'm on Epic; its quite good, never had to think about loading it in a specific order. I just turn them on and off on the Main screen (when I switch between vanilla and modded play). If you have issues, you may want to check if some mods aren't compatible with each other
@@KnightKnowledge Yeah, I see. If it works for you, it's probably one of my other mods.
Is there mod to drop more than 4 mechs?
@@gamingfromjohnwayne as far as I know: No. But I haven't specifically looked for that mod.
@KnightKnowledge I seen a video long time ago but can't find it now.seem got be a way change the value in the game folders but.thanks letting me know!
I cannot get Bobbert's Mod Options to work properly. It says that I need to reorder how it and YAML load. But I guess I'm not editing the correct file.
Upon further investigation and some testing... Mod Options is incompatible with YAML when it's loaded from Steam Workshop. Adding it from Nexus disables all the other mods I have.
It's important to understand how modding works when not using external tools to facilitate it. Using external tools or managed libraries like Steam and Nexus takes agency from someone. Mixing modding platforms is exactly one of the problems that was introduced by the Steam mod workshop, regardless of how insultingly strangled those tools are.
Yet Another Equipment Collection is to me an essential mod (as is "Yet Another Heatsink Distribution").
Ive been playing a lot of Mechwarrior recently and as an 40k fan can only dream of a similar game about 40k titans or knight houses
Hopefully one day!
I want to try these mods, but I'm uncertain whether or not I should install them on my first playthrough. My concern is that they will make the game too easy.
If anything, it'll make it more complex for your first playthrough.
@@KnightKnowledge Yeah I took the plunge and YAML combined with Coyotes Mission Pack is kicking my ass. Having way more fun though.
@@wolverine005Just turn down the health multipliers to 1-2x. The YAML defaults are very clearly broken in some missions with coyotes pack. Weaker weapons become way more useful, and the enemies become less of a chore whilst still being a threat if left unchecked/in a large swarm.
On default settings some missions need around 2 tons worth of LRM ammo just to take out defending turrets. If you got an Igor swarm at the start of the mission, expect to lose your whole lance in under a minute.
Vanilla, even vanilla with DLC is just a drag by the end of it. Maybe rush through a campaign run then use the mods, but I'd suggest some of them even on a mostly vanilla playthrough. Coyote missions can be hard for a firth playthrough though, and YAML by default sets enemy vehicle health to like 3x, so you should prob make that 1.5x for the beginning missions until you can easily one shot the tanks and VTOLs
Now if only there was a way to make the AI teammates better.
Clans out next year has better UE5 AI so theres at least that to look forward to. At the very least I'd be happy if they didn't walk in front catching friendly fire constantly lol.
Did you try ttrulez_aimod2? "Updates the AI of both enemy mechs and your Lancemates AI to perform better in combat. New behaviors and logic to seem more human, and jumpjets enabled. No more circle of death."
Not yet I will take a look thanks. Almost 6 months since the Clans update though. We gotta be close to some kind of announcement 😄
Only the time will tell 😁 I forgot to tell that the mod found on nexus mods like others.
@@jiipee2841 Thanks yes. We have the solaris dlc soon so i might wait till the modnis updated to work with that
There are even more interessting mods from the Yet- another-Group, for example: Yet another Clan Mechs and yet another IS Mechs. You add a few more battlemechs and their variants. All mods are compatible with each other. However, these mods sometimes do not work with other mods, for example the Advanced Career mod or 330's Pilot Overhaul can cause problems. But all in all this group of mods is an absolute enrichment for Mechwarrior 5
More variants = more fun.
Just watch out for the TVA ⏳
The yet another clan mech mod I found mostly lacking because it just reuses in-game models And brands it "IIC" with maybe like two mechs that had their own model.
@@danwalker3851 Yeah, but there are some new IIC Mechs, Hellhound, Adder and some other. But there are a another IIC mod out there. On Nexus. If you with a lot of "real" IIC mechs, go for it. But the mod is not as mature as yet another clan mech.
The name of the mod was something like Clan Invasion 3048, something like that, but I can't remember exactly
It's gauss not goss
SMMO, advanced zoom, Coyote mission pack.
I've seen it on Vortex, what is unique about the Coyote mission pack that you like?
@@KnightKnowledge New mission types.
@@KnightKnowledge I know it's super late for a reply but boy oh boy if you're wondering what is unique about Coyote's you're in for a treat. It's as revolutionary for a vanilla install as Yet another Mechlab. It adds a ton of new mission types, tweaked AI for enemy pilots and it even adds a couple touches to vanilla missions. The amount of variety and random/surprise objectives you get during gameplay is enough to keep you hooked for a good while. Really, try it out.
@@PraetorGix thanks! I'll definitely take a look at that!
how did you get endles items ??? Love the mods btw.
When you play Instant Action mode, the mechlab is unlimited :)
@@KnightKnowledge Ahh Thx Alot
Does the YAML and YAW requires he (mod option) mod for the to work?. I found those 2 very interesting.
O cant play wo them
i wish we would get a mod that improves the argo/map metagame.
YAML includes a feature where drop ship can be upgraded, in the operations tab.
Can't find "Mod Options" by Bobert.
Where is it in workshop?
Check the nexus
Shame console users were abandoned
Always. Tis the history of the console. Most games are shit without mods. Pc for the win
Get a Gaming PC , it will never change, i myself would never make mods for console.
@@davewills6121 I finally did downloading mods now I'm really excited to experience a way better version of this conole gaming has gotten so lame these days.
You can mod the Xbox version if you install the game on an external and then modify the files with a pc
Just like chloe smith said. Your console (Xbox, PS4/5, etc.) is basically a computer, wrap in a nice fancy UI. That's all. Remove the hard drive, hook it up to a computer. Install your mods.