modio

mod.io is a middleware provider focused on user-generated content (UGC) solutions for the gaming industry. Founded in 2018 and based in South Melbourne, Australia, the company has raised $31 million in funding, including a significant $26 million Series A round led by Tencent in 2021. mod.io aims to help game developers and publishers integrate UGC across various platforms, including PC, console, mobile, and VR. The company offers a range of services, including a cross-platform modding infrastructure with APIs, SDKs, and plugins for major game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine. Their Mod Hub serves as a centralized portal for creators to publish and players to discover mods, complete with tools for content curation and analytics. mod.io is also the only UGC middleware certified for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, ensuring compliance with platform requirements. With features that support community engagement, mod.io powers UGC for over 150 games, facilitating collaboration between studios and modders.