The biggest modding site in PC gaming is taking a stance on AI

Nexus Mods, the largest modding repository in PC gaming, will require authors to disclose whether artificial intelligence was used in new mod uploads. Site owner Victor “Foledinho” Folmann announced the policy as part of a broader statement on AI-generated content. The platform says the change aims to improve clarity.

The requirement addresses persistent concerns that AI use in mods is not clearly disclosed. Nexus Mods already has “AI-generated” and “AI-assisted” tags, but Folmann said more can be done to clarify that information. Mods tagged “AI-assisted” must publicly explain how and where AI was used, and AI tags will be more prominent.

Folmann said Nexus Mods is “pro-human creativity” but will not introduce an outright ban on AI-generated mods. He argued AI is used throughout creation—from script autocompletion to textures, voices, and full assets—making a clear boundary difficult. A ban would not eliminate AI from modding but would prevent people from mentioning its use, he wrote.

The site instead wants AI use “out in the open, clearly labelled, and regulated.” Nexus Mods also pledged not to use mods to train AI and said it will not sell or license them to anyone doing so. It is working on clearer reuse controls and stronger attribution when a mod uses another author’s work with permission.

Separately, Nexus Mods is revising its Recently Added section, where rapid uploads can push other mods down. It will limit how many mods from one author are shown at once and tighten restrictions on new accounts. Users will also get controls to hide AI-generated content on game pages and the homepage, with search controls planned next.

Authors have 60 days to update existing mods. The grace period ends on January 2, after which Nexus Mods will begin enforcing the rules. The approach favors disclosure over prohibition.

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