AlterTextures 1.0 — Hades 2

[pekatvdmitriypekar]

This mod is not mine, I just found it and it works.

AlterTextures is a visual overhaul for Hades II that introduces
alternative designs for character models and portraits. This mod
reimagines key figures while striving to stay true to the spirit
and aesthetic of the original game art.

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1. CREDITS
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* Project Lead & Adaptation: Nikasik
(https://github.com/nikFinogenov)

* Original Concept & Core Code: Kuipo
(https://github.com/Kuipo) - Special thanks for the foundation!

* Hephaestus Artwork: Nickaneki
(https://m.joyreactor.cc/user/Nickaneki)

* Hestia Redesign Concept: Vicky Luu
(https://www.artstation.com/vickyluu785)

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2. KEY FEATURES
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* 12 Character Overhauls: Completely new textures and models.
* Comprehensive Coverage: Includes replacements for Codex models,
expression variants (annoyed/smiling), and dialog portraits.
* Artistic Vision: These designs are a personal interpretation.
Whether you love them or prefer the originals, enjoy the new look!
* Technical Note: Due to model redesigns, some subtle animations
(like blinking) are currently disabled for certain characters.

[IMPORTANT]
High-Resolution Textures MUST be ENABLED in the game settings.

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3. MANUAL INSTALLATION
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1. Download and install r2modman

2. Find the game Hades 2 in the program and install the Hell2Modding mod.

3. Download the \"ReturnOfModding\" folder.
* NOTE: DO NOT RENAME THIS FOLDER.
* RECOMMENDED: Place the \"ReturnOfModding\" folder inside
the \"Ship\" folder for simplicity.

4. Set the launch options in Steam:
- Right-click Hades II in Library -> Properties.
- Under \"Launch Options\", paste the following path
(adjust if your game is installed elsewhere):

--rom_modding_root_folder \"C:\\Program Files (x86)\\Steam\\steamapps\\common\\Hades II\\Ship\"

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4. MOD LOADER DOCUMENTATION (ReturnOfModding)
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The loader searches for the root folder in this order:
1. Environment Variable: rom_modding_root_folder <PATH>
2. Command Line Argument: --rom_modding_root_folder <PATH>
3. Local Directory: Attempts to find the folder next to the EXE.

*Dev Tip: Method #3 often fails via Steam. Using the Launch Options
(Method #2) is the most reliable way to ensure the mod works.

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5. REPLACED CHARACTERS
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The following characters (including Codex & Dialog variants) are updated:

- Apollo - Hecate
- Athena - Hephaestus
- Circe - Hera
- Dionysus - Hermes
- Echo - Hestia
- Eris - Selene

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6. ROADMAP & FUTURE PLANS
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[ ] Potential redraws for Ares, Odysseus, and Icarus.
[ ] Re-enabling blinking animations for modified models.
[ ] Maybe more... but I'm happy with the current state! 🥸

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SUPPORT
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If you enjoy the mod, you can support me here:
https://ko-fi.com/nikasik

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[Oyster Sauce]

Pictures would be helpful

[ImpCityAngel]

I really missed this mod after Based Mods mysteriously vanished. I hope the team is still working to fix hades 1 and 2.

[K9liberator]

Game crashes a few seconds after the game loads. I move the mouse to Play or Settings and it crashes. I followed the steps.

[jroxas]

Game crashes a few seconds after the game loads. I move the mouse to Play or Settings and it crashes. I followed the steps.

Install r2modman, inside it go to Hades 2 and install the mod Hell2Modding, if you did the rest that's here in the instructions it should work after that. I can confirm it works for me.

[Pacifist Bhaal]

Game crashes a few seconds after the game loads. I move the mouse to Play or Settings and it crashes. I followed the steps.

Don't use the d3d12.dll provided by the OP. Use the one that comes with Hell2Modding when you install it. It should be somewhere in "/r2modmanPlus-local/HadesII/profiles/Default/" (adjust according to your profile name/path).