Never download DLL files from random Discord DMs or unverified websites. Use only official GitHub releases or the Vintage Story Mod DB.
: This file is located in the main installation folder (usually %AppData%\Vintagestory ), distinct from the %AppData%\VintagestoryData folder where user mods and saves are stored. vintagestorylibdll exclusive
In this context, “exclusive” means:
An "exclusive access" error generally occurs when the operating system prevents a program from opening or modifying a file because another process has already "locked" it for its own use. For Vintage Story players, this usually manifests in three scenarios: Never download DLL files from random Discord DMs
Sometimes the file is locked because Windows doesn't trust the program to modify itself. Modders often decompile it using tools like ILSpy
Unlike some of the vanilla mods, this library is closed-source. Modders often decompile it using tools like ILSpy to understand how the engine handles serialization, compression, and networking.
: The game uses various "recipe types" (grid, smithing, knapping, etc.) to manage what can be crafted. Some of these are restricted by class to encourage player specialization and trading in multiplayer. Modding and Unlocking Content