How to Use the Mod.io MCP in Claude

Q: How do I download mod files using my chat agent?

The getmodfiles and getmodfile tools retrieve download links for specific files. Claude Desktop displays these links in your chat window or sends them to your local downloads directory. The agent does not execute the files, keeping your system safe.

Browse, install, and rate game mods directly inside Claude Desktop using this dedicated mod.io integration.

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Search and Discover Games in Claude Desktop

This Mod.io MCP Server gives your desktop agent the ability to query the entire mod.io directory using `get_games` and `get_game`. You type a game name into the chat window, and Claude Desktop parses the response to show you active titles, system requirements, and platform availability. The agent reads live metadata via `get_game_stats` to rank popular titles on the fly. You bypass the web browser entirely when hunting for new modding targets from your chat interface.

Manage Your Subscriptions from Claude Desktop

The `get_my_subscriptions` tool lets you track active content packages inside your Claude Desktop workspace. When you find a mod you want, the agent triggers `subscribe_mod` or `unsubscribe_mod` to modify your account status instantly. This direct execution relies on your local configuration file to pass secure credentials. The desktop agent handles the payload formatting so your game client gets the updated files on the next launch.

Curate Mod Collections and Rate Content

You can organize community creations using `add_collection` and `get_collections` inside your Claude Desktop chat window. The agent builds lists of matching assets, allowing you to group files by theme or compatibility. To support creators, use `rate_mod` to submit feedback directly through the desktop interface. The server routes your rating immediately, keeping your gaming profile active and updated.

Setup guide

Set up Mod.io MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Mod.io MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Mod.io MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under modio-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "modio-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Mod.io MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your local configuration file and add the Mod.io server to your config object. Restart the desktop application to load the 22 tools. You will see the hammer icon appear in your chat window when the setup completes.

Yes, you configure your Mod.io token as an environment variable in your local configuration. Claude Desktop passes this token securely to the local process to authorize tools like `get_me` and `add_mod`. Your credentials never leave your local machine.

You can run this server on both the desktop app and the browser-based client. For the web interface, you register the remote Vinkius endpoint as a custom connector in your settings. This lets you browse mods using `get_mods` from any device.

The `get_mod_files` and `get_mod_file` tools retrieve download links for specific files. Claude Desktop displays these links in your chat window or sends them to your local downloads directory. The agent does not execute the files, keeping your system safe.

This integration accesses your Mod.io OAuth tokens, user subscription lists, and wallet details via `get_my_wallets`. Vinkius runs the server in an ephemeral sandbox, meaning your session data is wiped as soon as you close the connection. No personal gaming history is stored.

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