How to install BakkesMod for Heroic Games Launcher on Linux

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing BakkesMod for the Heroic Games Launcher on Linux. BakkesMod is a popular modding tool for Rocket League that enhances gameplay with various features. Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful installation.

Step 1: Install BakkesMod

• Download the BakkesMod installer from the official website.

During installation

• Note the installation path where BakkesMod is being installed.
• Do not create a desktop icon.
• Do not launch BakkesMod immediately after installation.

Step 2: Create the RunBakkesModLinux.bat File

• Navigate to the BakkesMod installation path you noted earlier.
• Create a new text file and name it RunBakkesModLinux.bat.
• Open the file in a text editor and add the following content, replacing placeholders with the appropriate paths:

@echo off
set RL_PATH="YOUR_DRIVE_LETTER_FOR_rocketleague.exe:YOUR_PATH_TO_rocketleague.exe\Epic\rocketleague\Binaries\Win64"
YOUR_DRIVE_LETTER_FOR_BakkesMod.exe
start /YOUR/PATH/TO/BakkesMod.exe
cd %RL_PATH%
RocketLeague.exe %*

• Ensure you replace YOUR_DRIVE_LETTER_FOR_rocketleague.exe and YOUR_PATH_TO_rocketleague.exe with your actual drive letter and file path.

Step 3: Configure Rocket League in Heroic

• Launch the Heroic Games Launcher.
• Access the game settings for Rocket League.
• Go to the advanced settings section.
  • Select the option to specify an alternative executable.
  • Choose unBakkesModLinux.bat as the alternative executable.
• Close the settings window once the changes are made.

Step 4: Launch Rocket League

• Start Rocket League through Heroic.

If BakkesMod does not open automatically

• Let Rocket League launch and then close it afterwards.

If BakkesMod opens

• Check for any updates and install them if needed.
• Uncheck the options for "Enable Safe Mode" and "Run on Startup" in BakkesMod settings.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed BakkesMod for Rocket League on Linux using the Heroic Games Launcher. Remember to keep BakkesMod updated and tweak its settings according to your preferences. Enjoy your enhanced Rocket League experience!