Installing (MM9) for is a bit more involved than standard Steam Workshop mods because of its massive file size. Since MM9 exceeds Steam’s 4GB limit, you typically need to install it manually to ensure stability. Pre-Installation Requirements
Game Version: Ensure you are running Banished v1.0.7 Build 170910 or later.
Hardware: A 64-bit operating system and at least 8GB of RAM are highly recommended due to the high memory usage of this mod.
Clean Slate: It is best to remove previous versions of MegaMod or conflicting large mods before starting. Step-by-Step Installation Guide Download the Mod Files banished megamod 9 install
is usually distributed as a multi-part compressed archive (e.g., .7z or .zip files). Download all parts from a trusted source like BlackLiquidSoftware or Nexus Mods.
Extract the FilesUse a tool like 7-Zip or WinRAR. Extract the first part of the archive, and it should automatically pull data from the other parts to create the final .pkm files.
Locate Your WinData FolderMove the extracted .pkm files into your Banished installation directory's WinData folder. Installing (MM9) for is a bit more involved
Steam Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Banished\WinData GOG/Standalone Path: C:\GOG Games\Banished\WinData Enable the Mod in Game Launch Banished. Navigate to Mods from the main menu. Check the boxes next to all components.
Load Order: Ensure the MegaMod parts are at the top of your list. If you use the "Deco" or "Compatibility" patches, place them above the main MM9 files.
The "Black Screen" WaitWhen you click OK to reload the mods, the game may appear to freeze or show a black screen. Do not force quit. Banished is re-indexing thousands of new assets. This can take anywhere from 2 to 10 minutes depending on your SSD/HDD speed. Troubleshooting Tips Disaster 2: “Out of Memory” Crash
Crashing on Startup: If the game crashes before the menu, go to your WinData folder and temporarily move the .pkm files out to see if the base game launches. If it does, ensure you don't have any old Steam Workshop versions of MegaMod still "Subscribed" and active.
Memory Leaks: MegaMod 9 is heavy. If you experience crashes after an hour of play, try increasing your Windows Page File size or lowering your graphics settings (especially shadows).
Missing Textures: Ensure all parts of the MegaMod download were extracted correctly. You should see multiple .pkm files (e.g., Part 1, Part 2, etc.) in your WinData folder.
You cannot just double-click the .pkm file. You must place it in the correct Banished mod directory.
Some antivirus programs (especially Avast, McAfee, and even Windows Defender) quarantine or delete large .pkm files, mistaking them for archives with malware. Disable real-time scanning during the download and copy process.
MegaMod9.pkm into the Windata folder (do not put it in a subfolder)..pkm files remain in Windata (move or delete them – backup if you want)..pkm files from WinData.