Here is a link for the ModLauncher
*LINK*
Look for post by Matryx, you can download the launcher from his sig.
Yeah, most of the mods work for Gold only now, but the old Versions are still available. Also there is the B5 mod, which is being developed under 1.49 (please correct me, if I am wrong).
anyway, it is a good idea to get the Gold Version. very important bugfixes, much better AI, support in the future both for the game and the mods are worth it, IMHO. plus there are going be some new toys for modders, which will probably result in some nifty things
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Rollo