FS25 Bale Degradation v1.1.3

Bale Degradation – Realistic Bale Decay for Farming Simulator 25
V1.1.3.0
– Fixed XML validation errors appearing in the log on every save load
– Bale decay state is now correctly saved and restored between sessions
Have you ever left hundreds of bales in the field for weeks, only to find them looking brand new afterward?
BaleDegradation finally changes that.
This simple, lightweight, and highly optimized mod introduces realistic bale deterioration based on weather conditions and storage protection.
Bales left outdoors will gradually lose their contents over time, while properly sheltered bales remain fully protected.
How It Works
Every bale placed outdoors slowly deteriorates as time passes.
Unwrapped bales decay faster
Wrapped bales deteriorate more slowly
Rain, snow, and hail significantly increase the decay speed
Bales stored under a roof are fully protected
The degradation level can be fully configured through the in-game settings menu or server administration tools.
Main Features
Separate decay rates for wrapped and unwrapped bales
Smart roof detection system
Fully configurable degradation rate from 0% to 30% per in-game month
Supports all bale types, including custom bale fill types from maps and mods
Bale condition visible directly in the bale information window
Full integration with the in-game settings menu — no XML editing required
Lightweight design with no changes to the economy or other gameplay systems
Console Commands
bdStatus — displays the current degradation system status
bdToggle — enables or disables bale degradation
bdSetWrappedRate [%] — sets the decay rate for wrapped bales
bdSetUnwrappedRate [%] — sets the decay rate for unwrapped bales
Optimized for Multiplayer & Large Servers
BaleDegradation was specifically designed for performance and long multiplayer sessions.
All calculations are performed server-side only
Clients receive only synchronized results
Bale updates occur at long intervals to prevent performance spikes
Roof detection uses the game’s lightweight zone system instead of expensive physics raycasts
Removed or non-existing bales are automatically cleaned from memory
Even with hundreds of bales on the map, the performance impact remains practically unnoticeable.
Simple Realism Without Unnecessary Complexity
Unlike large realism overhauls, BaleDegradation focuses on one thing only:
making bale storage finally matter in Farming Simulator 25.
No economy overhaul.
No complicated moisture simulation.
No unnecessary server load.
Just a simple, lightweight, and immersive bale degradation system.

 

[FarmerBoy]

The Bale Degradation mod for Farming Simulator 25, version 1.1.3.0, introduces realistic bale decay based on weather conditions and storage protection. Here's a breakdown of its features and functionality:

1. **Fixed Issues**: The update addresses XML validation errors and ensures that bale decay states are correctly saved and restored between sessions, eliminating any inconsistencies.

2. **Decay Mechanism**:
- **Decay Process**: Bales placed outdoors deteriorate over time, with unwrapped bales decaying faster than wrapped ones.
- **Impact of Weather**: Rain, snow, and hail accelerate decay, reflecting real-life conditions.
- **Storage Protection**: Bales stored under a roof are fully protected from decay, encouraging players to manage their bale storage effectively.

3. **Customization Options**:
- **Decay Rates**: Configurable decay rates for wrapped and unwrapped bales, allowing players to adjust the level of realism to suit their gameplay.
- **In-game Settings**: Easily configurable settings through the in-game menu without the need for XML editing, ensuring a user-friendly experience.

4. **Integration**:
- **Visibility**: Bale condition is displayed in the bale information window, providing players with immediate feedback on bale degradation levels.
- **Compatibility**: Supports all bale types, including custom fill types from maps and mods, enhancing versatility.

5. **Console Commands**:
- Provides convenient commands like `bdStatus`, `bdToggle`, `bdSetWrappedRate`, and `bdSetUnwrappedRate` for managing bale degradation settings efficiently.

6. **Multiplayer Optimization**:
- **Performance:** Designed for multiplayer and large servers, with server-side calculations to minimize performance impact on clients.
- **Roof Detection**: Efficient roof detection using the game's zone system instead of resource-intensive physics raycasts, ensuring smooth operation.

7. **Simplicity & Realism**:
- **Focused Approach**: Concentrates on bale degradation realism without overhauling the entire game.
- **Performance**: Lightweight design with minimal server load, enabling immersive gameplay without unnecessary complexities.

Overall, Bale Degradation offers a streamlined and immersive bale decay system that adds a realistic layer of gameplay depth to Farming Simulator 25 without compromising performance or introducing unnecessary complexity.