Because VaM's built-in manager doesn't always automatically delete the older versions, users often end up with multiple copies of the same asset. This leads to:
Before deletion, it often offers to move these files to an AddonPackagesObsolete folder so you can test if your scenes still work before permanently deleting them.
Older scripts or assets occasionally causing errors in newer scenes. DeleteObsoletePackages.zip
Dozens of outdated gigabytes taking up space.
Once confirmed, it deletes the files, freeing up massive amounts of disk space. Safety Note Dozens of outdated gigabytes taking up space
While this specific .zip is a well-known community tool for VaM, always ensure you download such utilities from trusted sources like official Discord channels or verified creator pages to avoid malware risks. VAM Plugin: Delete Obsolete Packages v1.3 - Patreon
The game scanning hundreds of redundant files every time it boots. The Solution: The Utility VAM Plugin: Delete Obsolete Packages v1
The "DeleteObsoletePackages" tool was developed as a community plugin (notably hosted on platforms like Patreon by creators like ) to automate the cleanup. Scanning: The tool looks through your AddonPackages folder.