Mod Does Not Load

If a forged CrimeForge mod does not load, verify the runtime layout before debugging the mod itself.

  1. Confirm the Forge completed successfully.

  2. Confirm the complete mod folder is under PAYDAY3/Mods/.

  3. Confirm the mod’s .uplugin file is present in that folder.

  4. Confirm PDML initializes successfully.

  5. Confirm the mod’s required dependencies are installed.

  6. Confirm the modkit and game versions are compatible.

Do not move a normal PDML mod into PAYDAY3/Content/Paks/ as a troubleshooting step.

PDML expects CrimeForge plugin mods under the dedicated PAYDAY3/Mods/ directory.