SexLab P+ Documentation

Documentation for SexLab Patch Plus, SexLab Scene Builder, and related mods

Why Choose SexLab P+?

Already using vanilla SexLab and wondering why you should switch? This guide explains the practical improvements and answers common migration concerns.

Quick Comparison

For a detailed feature-by-feature comparison, see Feature Comparison.

The Main Differences

Aspect Vanilla SL SLP+
Animation Registration Manual in MCM, ~5-10 min per pack Automatic at startup, instant
Animation Limit 1000 human + 1000 creature Unlimited
Settings Persistence Per-save only Save-agnostic (auto-loads all saves)
Required Addon Mods SLSO, SLAS, SLGP, etc. Built-in equivalents
Setup Effort High (configure each save) Low (configure once)

Common Migration Concerns

“My current setup works fine”

It probably does! But you may be missing benefits:

  • Automation - No more MCM registration clicking per save
  • Settings persistence - Configure once, apply to all saves automatically
  • Unlimited content - More animation packs without technical limits
  • Less addon dependency - P+ includes features previously requiring 4+ separate mods

“Will my other mods break?”

Most mods work fine with P+. Backwards compatibility is maintained for:

  • Scene detection events (HookAnimationStart, HookAnimationEnd, etc.)
  • API calls for starting scenes (StartSex, StartSexQuick, etc.)
  • Animation tag filtering and selection
  • Third-party mod compatibility hooks

Exceptions exist - See Incompatible Mods for specific conflicts and workarounds.

“What about my animations?”

Your SLAL packs work with P+ using SLSB conversion patches:

  • Good news: Most popular packs already have conversions available
  • How it works: Install both the original SLAL pack (for meshes) and the conversion patch (for registration)
  • Easy: Just drop files in your mod manager, restart game
  • Automatic: No MCM registration needed

See Animation Packs for available conversions or Converting Animations to create your own.

“Will I lose my MCM settings?”

Yes, you’ll need to reconfigure. However:

  • P+ uses a different settings format (Settings.yaml and SexLab.ini)
    • Settings.yaml saves the user’s MCM settings
    • SexLab.ini stores the more niche and .dll exclusive settings.
  • Better: Your settings auto-save and persist across all saves automatically
  • No more setup per save: Configure once, apply everywhere
  • Easier: You won’t have to redo settings for each new playthrough

See Settings Reference for all available options.

“Is there a risk switching between versions?”

Low risk if you follow migration steps:

  1. Complete your current playthrough on vanilla (or backup that save)
  2. Create a completely new save after installing P+
  3. Your existing vanilla saves will still work if you reinstall vanilla

We recommend testing on a new character first to ensure compatibility with your other mods before committing a main playthrough.

What P+ Includes (Built-in)

P+ consolidates functionality that previously required separate mods:

Feature Vanilla SL SLP+ Previously Needed
Separate Orgasm System Manual SLSO mod Built-in SL Separate Orgasm
Fast Animation Search Manual SLAS mod Made redundant SLAS
Grass Clipping Fix Manual SLGP mod Made redundant SLGP
Smooth Expressions Manual mod Built-in SL Smooth Expressions

Getting Started with P+

Ready to switch? Follow these steps:

  1. Backup your saves - Always keep backups before major mod changes
  2. Install P+ - See Installation guide
  3. Convert your animations - Install SLSB conversion patches (or convert them yourself)
  4. Configure MCM - Set up your preferences (you only do this once!)
  5. Test on a new character - Verify everything works before committing

Still Have Questions?

See Also

What You Gain

Performance - Dramatically faster in all operations
Capacity - Unlimited animation slots
Simplicity - Fewer mods to manage
Modern features - Rebuilt enjoyment/orgasm system
Advanced customization - Fine-tune framework behavior via Settings Reference

What You Might Lose

Some mod compatibility - A few older mods don’t work (see Incompatible Mods)
Voice pack compatibility - New voice engine requires P+ compatible packs
SLAL direct support - Need conversion patches for animation packs

Migration Checklist

  1. Backup your current setup (MO2 profile or Vortex snapshot)
  2. Check your critical mods against the compatibility list
  3. Download SLSB conversion patches for your animation packs
  4. Follow the Installation Guide
  5. Test on a new save first

Still Unsure?

See the full Feature Comparison table, or join the Discord to ask questions.