Tower Networking Inc - Mod Manager v3.5.4#

A modern Windows application with a graphical interface for managing Tower Networking Inc mods. Browse, download, install, configure, and manage all your mods in one place!

Features#

🌐 GitHub Integration

  • Browse and download mods directly from GitHub releases
  • Automatic version checking for installed mods
  • One-click updates when new versions are available
  • Real-time download progress with status updates

🎮 Full Mod Management

  • View all installed and available mods in one place
  • Visual distinction between mod sources (Downloaded, Manual, Available)
  • Enable/disable manually installed mods
  • Remove downloaded mods with one click
  • Configure all mod parameters with validation

📁 Smart Mod Handling

  • Downloaded mods: Installed from GitHub releases, removed completely when uninstalled
  • Manual mods: Installed by hand, moved to disabled folder when disabled
  • Automatic tracking of mod sources and versions

⌨️ Command Aliases

  • Create and manage in-game command shortcuts
  • Edit existing aliases or add new ones
  • Saved directly to game settings

🎨 Modern WPF Interface

  • Clean, intuitive graphical interface
  • Color-coded mod status indicators
  • Progress bars for downloads
  • Instant feedback on all actions

Requirements#

  • Windows 10/11
  • .NET Framework 4.5+ (included in Windows)
  • Internet connection (for downloading mods from GitHub)

Download#

Latest Release: v3.5.4#

[U+1F4E6] Download TNI-ModManager-v3.5.4.exe (Recommended)

Windows Application - Double-click to run. No PowerShell knowledge required!

Alternative: PowerShell Script

Download ModManagerGUI.ps1 and run:

powershell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File ModManagerGUI.ps1

Or use ModManager.bat for easy launching.

View all releases on GitHub [U+2192]

Quick Start#

  1. Download the latest release (see Download section above)
  2. Run the executable - it will automatically detect your game installation
  3. Browse available mods fetched from GitHub
  4. Download mods with one click
  5. Configure parameters using the graphical interface
  6. Launch your game directly from the manager

How to Use the Mod Manager#

Main Interface#

The mod manager opens with a clean interface showing:

  • Mod List (left side): All available and installed mods

    • Color-coded by source (Blue=Downloaded, Purple=Manual, Gray=Available)
    • Update badges when new versions are available
    • Filter tabs: All / Installed / Available

  • Mod Details (right side): Information about the selected mod

    • Description and features
    • Version information
    • Configuration parameters
    • Action buttons (Download/Update/Remove/Enable/Disable)

Browsing and Downloading Mods#

  1. Browse Available Mods

    • Click the “Available” filter to see mods you can download
    • Gray entries show mods from GitHub releases

  2. Download a Mod

    • Select any available mod from the list
    • Click the Download button
    • Watch the progress bar as it downloads
    • The mod will be automatically installed and ready to configure

  3. Update Installed Mods

    • Mods with updates show an “⚠ Update Available” badge
    • Select the mod and click Update
    • The latest version will be downloaded and installed

Managing Installed Mods#

Viewing Mod Sources#

The manager distinguishes three types of mods:

SourceColorDescription
DownloadedBlueInstalled from GitHub releases. Can be updated or removed completely.
ManualPurpleInstalled manually by copying files. Can be disabled (moved to Mods_Disabled folder).
AvailableGrayNot installed yet. Can be downloaded from GitHub.

Enabling/Disabling Manual Mods#

For mods you installed manually:

  1. Select the mod from the list
  2. Click Disable to move it to the disabled folder
  3. Click Enable to move it back to the active mods folder

Note: Downloaded mods cannot be disabled, only removed completely.

Removing Downloaded Mods#

To completely remove a mod that was downloaded:

  1. Select the mod from the list
  2. Click Remove
  3. Confirm the removal
  4. All mod files will be deleted

Configuring Mod Parameters#

Each mod may have configurable parameters that appear when you select an installed mod:

  1. Select an installed mod from the list
  2. View parameters in the Configuration panel on the right
  3. Edit values using the provided controls:
    • Boolean: Checkboxes for true/false
    • Integer/Number: Text boxes with validation
    • String: Text input fields
    • Select: Dropdown menus with predefined options
  4. Click Save to write changes to the mod’s configuration
  5. Click Save All to save all modified mods at once
  6. Click Reset to restore default values

Configuration Location#

The mod manager reads/writes configuration directly in each mod’s entry.lua file:

%APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\mods\<mod-name>\entry.lua

Changes update the configuration section between the markers:

-- ===== MOD CONFIGURATION START =====
local config = { ... }
-- ===== MOD CONFIGURATION END =====

Parameter Types Supported#

Boolean#

  • Simple yes/no toggles
  • Displays as true or false

Integer#

  • Whole numbers only
  • Validates against Min/Max if specified
  • Example: warranty_multiplier_min: 2

Number (Float)#

  • Decimal numbers
  • Validates against Min/Max if specified
  • Example: starting_cash_multiplier: 10.5

String#

  • Free-form text input
  • Example: address_format: "f%d/usr%d"

Select (Dropdown)#

  • Choose from predefined options
  • Example: dhcp_mode: ["disabled", "boot_dhcp", "periodic_dhcp"]

Managing Command Aliases#

The Aliases tab lets you create shortcuts for in-game commands:

  1. Click the Aliases tab
  2. Click New Alias to add one
  3. Enter:
    • Alias Name: The shortcut command (e.g., money)
    • Command: The full command (e.g., debug_add_cash 1000000)
  4. Click Apply to save
  5. Use Delete to remove aliases
  6. Click Save Aliases to write changes to game settings

Your aliases will be available in-game in the console!

Launching the Game#

Click the Launch Game button to start Tower Networking Inc directly from the mod manager. The manager will close, and your game will start with all enabled mods loaded.

Troubleshooting#

Common Issues#

Problem: Executable won’t run / Security warning

  • Solution: Windows may show a SmartScreen warning for new executables. Click “More info” then “Run anyway”. The app is safe.
  • Alternative: Use the PowerShell script version (see Download section)

Problem: Can’t connect to GitHub / Download fails

  • Solution: Check your internet connection and firewall settings. The app needs access to api.github.com.

Problem: Mods not detected

  • Solution: The manager looks in %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\mods\. If your game uses a different location, manually install mods there first.

Problem: Configuration changes not saving

  • Solution: Ensure the mod has a proper configuration section in its entry.lua file between the config markers. Check file permissions.

Problem: Invalid parameter values

  • Solution: The mod manager validates all inputs. Check the error message and the parameter’s min/max values.

Problem: Update shows but can’t download

  • Solution: Make sure the mod was originally downloaded through the manager. Manual mods can’t be auto-updated.

Support#

For issues, questions, or suggestions:

  • Check your mod’s metadata.yaml is valid
  • Review the main README
  • Look at console output for errors
  • Report issues on GitHub

Technical Details#

File Locations#

The mod manager uses these directories:

  • Mods: %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\Mods\
  • Disabled Mods: %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\Mods_Disabled\
  • Game Settings: %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\settings.json
  • Mod Cache: %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Tower Networking Inc\mod_cache.json

Configuration Storage#

Mod configurations are stored directly in each mod’s entry.lua file:

-- ===== MOD CONFIGURATION START =====
local config = {
    enabled = true,
    parameter1 = 10,
    parameter2 = "value"
}
-- ===== MOD CONFIGURATION END =====

The manager parses and updates this section while preserving all other mod code.

Mod Cache#

The mod_cache.json file tracks which mods were downloaded vs manually installed:

{
  "money-cheat": {
    "source": "Downloaded",
    "version": "0.1.1",
    "download_date": "2026-01-24"
  },
  "custom-mod": {
    "source": "Manual"
  }
}

This allows the manager to handle updates and removals appropriately.

LuaJIT Support#

All Lua mods require LuaJIT support. The mod manager can download this automatically, or you can:

  1. Download luajit.elf from the releases page
  2. Place it directly in the mods/ directory as luajit.elf
  3. The game will automatically load LuaJIT before all other mods

PowerShell Script Alternative#

If you prefer running the PowerShell script directly (cross-platform, no compilation):

  1. Download ModManagerGUI.ps1
  2. Run: powershell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File ModManagerGUI.ps1
  3. Or use ModManager.bat for easy launching

The PowerShell version has identical features and works on Windows, Linux, and macOS with PowerShell Core.

Credits#

Created for the Tower Networking Inc modding community. Compatible with modloader v1.0+.

License#

Free to use, modify, and distribute with your mod packs!