**Read here:** [**https://www.farming-simulator.com/newsArticle.php?lang=en&country=us&news\_id=697**](https://www.farming-simulator.com/newsArticle.php?lang=en&country=us&news_id=697)  
  
Do you have an unconventional idea for a map or a bold vision for a futuristic machine? Now is your time to bring it to life: Participate in the Modding Contest and win prizes from a prize pool worth over €30,000. 

Compete in four different categories: Best Mod, Best Map, Best Crossplay Mod, and Volvo Future Construction Machines. Already got an idea? From registration to winning: this article covers everything you need to know. Don’t miss this unique opportunity, join the Modding Contest and show the community what you've got!



# Timeline

Let's start with the contest timeline! With the publication of this article, the first phase officially begins: Planning your mod.

* Submission: from November 16th to January 15th (Deadline: 23:59)
* During this submission phase, we'll be collecting all your creations
* Take the time to polish your mod, but don't wait until the very last minute!
* Setup Phase: we screen every submission, and check if they adhere to the rules (see below)
* Voting Phase: March 15th to April 6th
* Awarding winners: April 2027

Once the submission period has ended, we'll review and prepare every entry. This includes testing each submitted mod to ensure it works as intended and is ready for the next phase of the contest. 

During the voting phase, all eligible entries will be evaluated by a selected jury made up of content creators, experienced modders, GIANTS Software employees, and you, the community. As soon as the voting process is completed, we present the winners in a live stream in April! 



# Categories

There are four competition categories, each offering a unique opportunity to showcase your skills. Here's what you can enter:

**Best Mod**

This category includes all non-map modifications, such as vehicles, implements, placeables, gameplay features, and other gameplay-enhancing content.

**Best Map**

Show us your vision of the ultimate Farming Simulator 25 map! Entries must be original maps created specifically for this contest. Modifications or edits of existing maps are not eligible. However, the use of publicly available empty map templates is permitted.

**Best Crossplay Mod**

This category is for mods designed to work on all supported platforms. To qualify, entries must comply with all current ModHub console requirements and must not include scripts, features, or content that would prevent certification under console platform guidelines.

**Volvo Future Construction Machines**

The theme of this category is moving material. Think futuristic, think creative, and design a bold Volvo Construction Equipment concept that reimagines material handling!

Voting is split equally: 50% Community Vote and 50% Special Volvo Jury Vote, judged by a dedicated Volvo jury, separate from the one evaluating the other contest categories.



# Prizes

What's a contest without great prizes? Winners will receive their share of a prize pool worth more than €30,000. These prizes are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.

**BEST MOD:**  
1. 2.000€ Cash, 2x Radeon 9070XT  
2. 1.250€ Cash, 500€ Voucher for Thrustmaster (US, CA, EU Shops)   
3. 500€ Cash 

Random participant prize:   
LEGO L120 Electric Wheel Loader 

**BEST MAP:**  
1. 2.000€ Cash, 1x Radeon 9070 XT  
2. 1.250€ Cash, 500€ Voucher for Thrustmaster (US, CA, EU Shops)   
3. 500€ Cash 

Random participant prize:   
LEGO L120 Electric Wheel Loader 

**BEST CROSSPLAY MOD:**

1. 2.000€ Cash, 1x Radeon 9070 XT  
2. 1.250€ Cash, 500€ Voucher for Thrustmaster (US, CA, EU Shops)   
3. 500€ Cash 

Random participant prize:   
LEGO L120 Electric Wheel Loader 

**VOLVO FUTURE CONSTRUCTION MACHINES:** 

1. 5.000€ Cash, 1x Trip to Sweden - Visit Volvo! (2 people)   
2. 3.000€ Cash   
3. 2.000€ Cash 

Random participant prize:   
LEGO EC500 Hybrid Excavator  
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RAFFLED OFF AMONG ALL PARTICIPANTS  
1x Radeon 9070 XT, 1x MOZA TSW Truck Wheel, 4x $50 MOZA Voucher, 1x 500€ Voucher for Thrustmaster (US, CA, EU Shops) 



# Sponsors

VOLVO, AMD, MOZA RACING, THRUSTMASTER 



# Voting

The big question is: How are the winners selected?

The final results are determined by two equally weighted votes: one from the community and one from the jury. Each contributes 50% to the final score. You will be able to vote on our website when the time comes and submissions stand ready!

The jury consists of more than 20 members, including GIANTS Software employees, content creators, moderators, and experienced modders from around the world. Our goal was to assemble a jury that reflects the diversity and expertise of the Farming Simulator community.  


# Rules and Guidelines:

**Please read the rules of the Modding Contest carefully!**

**RULES:** [**https://www.farming-simulator.com/newsArticle.php?&news\_id=694**](https://www.farming-simulator.com/newsArticle.php?&news_id=694)

Only if your mod adheres to the rules you can find in our official ruleset, it is eligible to compete in the contest. Rule violations will result in disqualification of the submission. The rules include age restrictions, technical requirements, the use of AI, and more. Only submit a mod to the contest if you have read the rules and guidelines!



# Useful Links 

[https://gdn.giants-software.com/](https://gdn.giants-software.com/)  
[https://www.farming-simulator.com/mods.php](https://www.farming-simulator.com/mods.php)

Modding Contest is back - Farming Simulator 25 (Over 30.000€ prize pool)