Modding has been a mainstay of the gaming industry for a long time now, allowing some of the most creative talent in the gaming community to retell, revamp, or even completely rewrite some of the most iconic stories we've ever experienced. For decades, these unseen heroes have fixed gamers' stomachaches with their favorite games, going so far as to reimagine the rules of gaming reality.
In 2026, a new modding platform aims to shine a spotlight on these creators who have literally changed the game. Launching on January 7, GGModsborn out of a desire to celebrate the talents of the modding community, will offer contracted wages and reward the success of the clever code breakers and creatives who bring to life some of our favorite video game alternate realities.
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GGMods will pay modders to do what they do best
It's no secret that the quality of modding these days often rivals the original creators being emulated, some of which are big-budget AAA studios. Because of this, the time feels right to give creators enough support and resources to continue creating for the gaming community. The time for modders to create incredible gaming experiences for free has come to an end.
What will set GGMods apart from some of the other top modding platforms on the internet is its ambitious transition to being a space for the creator. The platform will select top talent to receive official support in the form of salary contracts, resources and support to build adaptations of popular video games and their experiences.
GGMod's monetization model will be transparent
GGMods will not only offer funding for creators on the platform, but also a way to predict their earning potential at any given time, using a fixed rate system. According to the platform's monetization model, creators who drive traffic to the site benefit the most. Using an easy-to-understand engagement scoring system, modders can calculate how much their efforts have earned them.
It's not just funding either. GGMods will be dedicated to also offering a stream of support to creators through Completion Grants, partnerships and ongoing marketing. This will help promising projects reach players in the best possible condition in a much shorter time, and the partnerships will offer upfront compensation for turning ideas into tangible results.
Additional benefits
Beyond funding and resources, GGMods will, above all else, strive to be a creator-first, community-driven platform for both creators and players to celebrate their love of gaming together. In a competitive modding platform market, GGMods will differentiate itself from the competition through features such as:
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Transparent finances with clear, predictable payouts
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IP protection through specialized anti-theft systems and “Official GGMods Original” badges
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Modern UX with guided upload flows and game-specific templates
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Active community presence with staff regularly available on Discord
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Mainstream visibility through GameRant and Polygon coverage for select creators
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For modders migrating from other platforms, GGMods offers basic badges, increased visibility, and private Discord channels with direct access to the development team.
GG Mods will not just be a company, it will be a community built on a welcoming and inclusive culture of creation. Those involved can expect showcases, creative events and community hangouts. Not to mention regular mod jams, which will encourage thinking outside the box (like “Make It Cursed” or “Worst Graphics Win”), weekly creators and events that encourage collaboration.
One of the biggest sources of support for creators will be the GGMods Discord, where an active team of staff will be on board to help modders with any questions or issues that arise.
To celebrate the launch of GGMods, the team is holding a giveaway for both creators and players to enter, just by joining the Discord server. The prize pool includes the following hardware and items:
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Grand Prize: Steam Deck OLED
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Runner-up: Samsung 990 PRO NVMe SSD (2TB)
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Community Prizes: 30 Discord Nitro subscriptions and game keys
The giveaway will be drawn live in Discord on launch day, but entry is currently exclusive to those who join the community before January 7th.
Join the Modding Movement
Launching on January 7, 2026, GGMods will already support major titles from day one, so you can anticipate popular mod-friendly games like Skyrim, Baldur's Gate 3and Fallout 4 from the moment you land on the site. Additionally, if you join the Discord server before launch, you'll receive exclusive benefits, such as special badges, priority access to new features, and an entry into the giveaway.
This platform ushers in a new era for modders, an era that represents a movement to professionalize and celebrate the techno-creatives who have tirelessly brought new experiences to our favorite games for decades. With the launch of GGMods comes a change in perspective – modders are not just hobbyists, but the professional creatives we've always considered them to be.
Visit GGMods.com to learn more and join the Discord to secure your Early Supporter status before January 7th.
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