# OptionalDependAPI

> API that Adds optional dependency support for mods

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [ThirtyTwelve](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/thirtytwelve). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/thirtytwelve/optionaldependapi

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.0.0 (released 2025-03-22)
- **Category:** Libraries
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 20,372 (as of 2026-10-01)
- **Followers:** 0
- **First published:** 2025-03-22
- **Last release:** 2025-03-22

## Install

1. Install RedLoader, the Sons of the Forest mod loader (RedManager can do it for you).
2. Download the mod and put it in the `_RedLoader/Mods` folder inside the game directory.
3. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

Download 1.0.0: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/thirtytwelve/optionaldependapi/download/1.0.0
Full guide: https://sotf-mods.com/install

## Compatibility

untested on the current patch.
Details and field reports: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/thirtytwelve/optionaldependapi#compatibility

## Description

### OptionalDependAPI[#](#md-optionaldependapi)

>

_"Screw dependencies, shoot a laser on them, make them optional!"_

#### Overview[#](#md-overview)

OptionalDependAPI is a lightweight library, allowing seamless integration with other mods without requiring hard dependencies. This solves the common problem where your mod could benefit from additional features provided by other mods, but you don't want to force users to install those other mods if they don't want or need those extra features.

#### The Problem[#](#md-the-problem)

Ever had a mod that would be great on its own but could have more features if it integrated with other mods? Without a proper solution:

- You either force users to install mods they might not want (hard dependencies)
- Or you miss out on potential integration features altogether

#### My Solution[#](#md-my-solution)

OptionalDependAPI provides a clean, standardized way to handle optional mod dependencies:

1. **Register** your mod's API with OptionalDependAPI
2. **Subscribe** to other mods you want to integrate with
3. **Check** if those mods are available at runtime
4. **Use** their features only when available

   No hard dependencies on other mods, no compatibility patches, just simple runtime checks and graceful feature enabling.

##### Limitation[#](#md-limitation)

One important caveat: mods that want to use this system will need to include OptionalDependAPI as a dependency.

#### Changelog[#](#md-changelog)

- **v1.0.0**: Initial release

##### [OptionalDependAPI Github](https://github.com/ThirtyTwelveNor/SOTFOptionalDependAPI)[#](#md-optionaldependapi-github)

## Changelog 1.0.0 (2025-03-22)

First release

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/thirtytwelve/optionaldependapi/versions

## FAQ

### Does OptionalDependAPI work in multiplayer?

The author has not stated multiplayer support yet. Check the comments and the field reports of other players.

### How do I install OptionalDependAPI?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download OptionalDependAPI 1.0.0 from this page and put it in the \_RedLoader/Mods folder inside your game directory. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

### What does OptionalDependAPI need?

Only Sons of the Forest on Steam and RedLoader. It has no other dependencies.

### Does OptionalDependAPI work on the current game patch?

There are no compatibility reports yet. If you try it, add a field report.

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Source: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/thirtytwelve/optionaldependapi · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.