DLL loader
Native DLL loader for "Nioh 3" (PC version). Use the dinput8.dll proxy to automatically load custom x64 DLL modules on game startup without the need for an external injector.
Screenshots 1 screenshots
About this mod Machine translation
Native DLL loader for "Nioh 3" (PC version). Use the dinput8.dll proxy to automatically load custom x64 DLL modules on game startup without the need for an external injector.
Nioh 3 DLL Loader
**Nioh 3 DLL Loader** is a lightweight native module loader specially designed for the PC version of "Nioh 3". 🎮
It uses a plug-and-play proxy for `dinput8.dll`, which means the loader loads automatically when the game starts, completely eliminating the need for any external injector or launcher. ✨
---
✨ Core Functions
- **Autoload**: Automatically load native x64 mod DLL files from the `mods` folder.
- **No Launcher Required**: No need for a separate launcher or injector, simplifying the usage process.
- **Steam Compatible**: Perfectly compatible with launching the game via Steam.
- **Designed for Runtime Mods**: Specifically built for game runtime modules (such as hooks, patches, game experience optimization).
---
📥 Installation Guide
- **Place the loader**: Copy the `dinput8.dll` file to your "Nioh 3" game directory (in the same folder as `nioh2.exe`).
- **Create Mod Folder**: Create a folder named `mods` in the same directory.
- **Insert Mod**: Place your mod DLL file into the `mods` folder. It is recommended to organize according to the following structure:
```
mods/
SomeMod/
SomeMod.dll
AnotherMod/
AnotherMod.dll
```
- **Launch Game**: Launch the game via Steam as usual! 🚀
---
⚙️ System Requirements
*PC version of "Nioh 3"
- 64-bit Windows operating system
---
⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- **Personal Project**: This project was created primarily for personal use and is maintained on a best-effort basis and may be discontinued without notice.
- **Game update risk**: Game updates may cause mods or hooks to become invalid.
- **Online Mode**: **Not supported** for online/multiplayer use and may cause issues.
---
👨💻 Tips for modders
Mods must be native x64 DLL files.
- **Don't hook in `DllMain`**: please create a thread and lazily initialize it.
- **Use pattern scanning**: It is recommended to use pattern scanning technology instead of relying on static addresses to improve compatibility.
Install & use Install: follow the bundled instructions
- Unzip the archive from playbuff and read the bundled readme / instructions first.
- There is no universal mod manager for this game: some mods replace game files directly, some go into a game-specific Mods folder, and some need a game-specific community loader or tool first — follow the bundled readme.
- Place the files exactly as the readme says; mods with listed dependencies need those installed too.
- Launch the game to confirm it loaded; some games require enabling mods in settings or an in-game mod menu.
Install locations vary a lot between games and mods — the bundled readme is the most reliable guide.