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Alternative Mod Launcher

github.com

What it is

AML replaces the default launchers for XCOM 2 and XCOM Chimera Squad.

From github.com's own pages, read 3 Oct 2026.

Alternative Mod LauncherGPLv3 · Requires XCOM 2 (WotC) or XCOM Chimera Squad · Steam installed and running · .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later · 64-bit WindowsFree

As github.com lists them, read 3 Oct 2026.

Data plate

Price: Free to use
Free plan: Yes
Free trial: No
Runs on: Windows
Open source: No
Website: github.com
Automatic updates: Yes
Compatibility checks: Basic checks identify duplicate IDs and class or screenlistener conflicts.
Configuration: Its configuration editor lets users change mod configurations in the launcher and save changes to disk and settings files.
Conflict detection: Yes
Distribution: The installation guide says AML has no installer and is started from its extracted ZIP archive.
Intended users: The project describes AML for players of XCOM 2 and XCOM Chimera Squad who manage mods.
License: The repository says AML is released under GPLv3.
Mod profiles: Yes
Checked: 3 Oct 2026

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