Add “Mod” as a Release Type in the Games Database

📋 Summary

Add a “Mod” release type to the LaunchBox Games Database to better categorize PC game mods and similar content.

❗ Problem

There are many high quality and historically significant PC mods, but currently:

• There is no dedicated “Mod” release type

• Mods are often forced into categories that don’t accurately describe them

• “ROM Hack” does not apply to non-ROM based projects

• This creates inconsistency and confusion in classification

As the database grows, clearer categorization becomes more important.

💡 Proposal

Introduce a new Release Type: Mod in the Games Database:

• Specifically for modifications of existing games

• Primarily aimed at PC mods, but flexible enough for other applicable cases

• Separate from:

  • ROM Hacks

  • Official Releases

  • Homebrew

This would allow mods to be properly identified and filtered.

📦 Benefits

• Improves database clarity and organization

• Prevents mislabeling of PC mods as ROM hacks

• Makes it easier for users to filter and search for modded content

• Better reflects the importance of modding in gaming history

💡 Notes

• Could later support subcategories (e.g., total conversion, overhaul, balance mod)

• Should not change how existing ROM Hack entries function

• Clear moderation guidelines may be needed for edge cases