Download REFramework

Step-by-Step Guide: Download REFramework for RE Engine Games

This guide walks you through installing REFramework, the powerful modding and scripting framework for RE Engine games, including Resident Evil titles, Devil May Cry 5, Monster Hunter Rise, and more. Follow these steps carefully to ensure proper installation and functionality.

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Step 1: Identify Your Game and Folder Location

Before installing REFramework by praydog
, you need to locate your game’s installation directory.

Supported RE Engine Games

  • Resident Evil 2 Remake
  • Resident Evil 3 Remake
  • Resident Evil 4 Remake
  • Resident Evil 7
  • Resident Evil Village (RE8)
  • Devil May Cry 5
  • Monster Hunter Rise
  • Street Fighter 6
  • And Other RE Engine Titles

Locate Your Game Folder

The game folder contains the main executable (e.g., re2.exe or DMC5.exe).

Steam Default Path Example:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\[Your Game Folder]

Ensure you have write permissions to this folder for file placement.

Step 2: Download REFramework Mod

Download the appropriate REFramework by praydog
release for your game.

  1. Find the REFramework Files:
    Scroll down to navigate through the page and reach the official REFramework download section.

  2. Select the Correct Release:

    • Look the list section for .zip files.

    • Choose the zip file specific to your game (e.g., RE4_TDB49.zip, DMC5.zip) or the generic REFramework.zip if listed.

  3. Download the File:
    Click the .zip link and save it to a temporary location on your computer.

Step 3: Install REFramework

  1. Installing REFramework involves placing a single critical file into your game folder.

    1. Open the Downloaded Zip File
      Extract the .zip archive using your preferred tool (e.g., WinRAR, 7-Zip).

    2. Locate the Key File:
      Inside the zip, find the file named:

    dinput8.dll

    1. Copy the File:
      Copy only dinput8.dll.

    2. Paste into Game Folder:
      Paste the file directly into your game directory (the folder containing the game executable).

    Example Final Path:

    ...\Your Game Folder\dinput8.dll

    No other files from the zip are required unless specifically noted by the mod.

Step 4: Launch and Use REFramework

    1. Start Your Game:
      Launch normally via Steam or desktop shortcut.

    2. Framework Initialization:
      You may see a brief notification or flash indicating REFramework has successfully loaded.

    3. Open the REFramework Menu:
      Press the Insert key on your keyboard to open the REFramework GUI overlay.

    This menu allows access to core features such as scripting, plugin management, performance tweaks, and built-in mods.

Step 5: Install Additional Mods or Scripts (Optional)

After REFramework is installed, you can add additional mods that use its framework.

  1. Locate the reframework Folder:

    • After launching the game once, a folder named reframework will be created in your game directory.

  2. Install Mod Scripts:

    • Mods usually come with .lua scripts or additional folders.

    • Place .lua scripts into:

 
...\Your Game Folder\reframework\autorun

  • If a mod includes a full reframework folder, merge it with the existing folder in your game directory.

Once installed, these mods will automatically load whenever you launch the game.

Congratulations!

REFramework mod is now installed. You can start using its powerful scripting features, built-in tools, and additional mods to enhance your RE Engine games.