Last Updated on 22 April, 2026
Surviving the harsh Canadian wilderness of Mon Bazou requires more than just a rusty wrench and a passion for maple syrup. You need reliable allies and a solid crew of friends to truly thrive in this quirky automotive simulator. This comprehensive guide provides you with exact character schedules to unlock top tier vehicle upgrades while solving all your frustrating multiplayer connection errors. Dive into the sections below to discover the secrets of building lucrative local relationships and seamlessly hosting the ultimate cooperative garage session.
Table of Contents
- Cultivating Local Relationships and Reaping Rewards
- Acquiring and Setting Up the Multiplayer Modification
- Establishing Your Server and Connecting Friends
- Resolving Common Connectivity Hurdles
- Conclusion
Cultivating Local Relationships and Reaping Rewards
Earning the trust of the local residents provides some of the most lucrative benefits available in the game. By dedicating time to interact with specific individuals, you unlock powerful equipment, entire new properties, and exclusive vehicles. Here is your definitive breakdown of where to find everyone and what they offer.
Connecting with Family and Pets
Mother
You do not need to travel far to increase your bond with your Mother. You simply need to pick up the phone and dial her specific number, which is 555-2109.
- Level 50: Reaching this maximum milestone rewards you with the Deep Fryer.
Léo
Locate this adorable dog by checking your player map and looking for the designated circle labeled exactly as “Léo”. You build a loving relationship with him by feeding him treats. You can purchase these specific treats directly from the decorations store.
- Level 8: Hitting this rank officially makes you the proud owner of Léo.
The Town Mechanics and Gas Station Regulars
Francis
You will spot Francis relaxing out on his front porch during the daytime hours. Make sure to visit him between 8:00 and 17:30.
- Level 1: You immediately receive the Chainsaw, but you only get this specific reward if you play on hardmode.
- Level 25: After you collect and donate exactly 48 pieces of firewood to him, Francis constructs the Player’s Garage for you.
- Level 50: He gifts you a highly useful Air Compressor, which spawns directly inside your newly built Player’s Garage.
Jacques
Jacques practically lives at Kali-Gas. You can track him down there any day from Monday to Saturday, between the hours of 8:00 and 17:30. If he is not at the gas station, you might catch him grabbing a drink at the local bar.
- Level 25: Earning his trust unlocks the Scrapyard.
- Level 40: You gain access to the Scrap Konig.
- Level 50: Jacques grants you the ultimate convenience of fueling up your vehicles at any time.
Normand
Much like his peer Jacques, Normand spends his Monday through Saturday schedule loitering around Kali-Gas between 8:00 and 17:30. He also occasionally frequents the bar.
- Level 50: Normand proposes a massive real estate deal, giving you the exclusive option to purchase the Speedway for $70,000.
Nightlife and Specialty Goods
Antoine
If you prefer the thrill of the night, go seek out Antoine. You will find him attending the night races between 22:00 and 3:00. He typically stands right in front of the Abandoned Grocery Store and Roger Pièces D’Autos.
- Level 35: Antoine hands over the keys to the Prinz and allows you full access to his private garage.
Eric
Eric handles business at the Maple Syrup Federation. You must visit him during standard business hours, which run from Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 16:00.
- Level 50: He permits you to sell your barrels of maple syrup at absolutely any time you desire.
Carole
Carole is a true night owl who spends her time at the Bar between 18:00 and 3:00. You generate friendship points with her by drinking maple wine at the Bar alongside her. Every single bottle you drink gives you one point, and one bottle equals five drinks. You must monitor your intake carefully. If you consume more than two bottles, you will vomit, and your friendship level will plummet.
- Level 50: Carole sells you Wooden Kegs so you can begin your very own Maple Wine production.
Acquiring and Setting Up the Multiplayer Modification
Enjoying the Canadian wilderness alone is great, but bringing your friends along adds a massive layer of chaotic fun. To achieve this, you need to follow these exact installation procedures.
The Effortless Route: Automated Launchers
For players who want the fastest setup possible, you can install the required modification and BepInEx automatically. You achieve this by downloading the official launcher directly from monbazou.online. The launcher handles the entire directory setup for you.
The Hands-On Approach: Manual Configuration
If you prefer keeping strict control over your game files, you must follow this two stage manual installation process.
Phase 1: Deploying BepInEx
First, navigate to Nexus Mods and download BepInEx version 5.4. You will find this listed as mod number 115 under the files tab. Take the files you just downloaded and unzip them directly into your main game folder. Next, you must start the game. Close the game afterward and check your BepInEx folder. You look for a newly generated folder named “plugins”. Discovering this folder confirms you executed this phase perfectly.
Phase 2: Integrating the Modification
Navigate back to Nexus Mods and download the newest version of the multiplayer modification, listed as mod number 378. Open the downloaded archive, locate the BepInEx folder inside, and move that folder straight into your game folder. Verify your installation by opening the BepInEx/plugins folder. You must see both Mon.Bazou.MP and DiscordRPC sitting inside this folder. Seeing both files means you are ready for action.
Establishing Your Server and Connecting Friends
Once you successfully install the necessary files, launch the game. You will instantly notice a brand new multiplayer modification menu greeting you on the screen. The system provides two different pathways to play together.
Connecting Through Virtual Local Networks
This method requires you to utilize a program called Radmin VPN to artificially emulate a local network connection. The developers strongly note that this mode offers a much more stable environment.
To begin, you must locate your specific game save file. You find this by following this exact directory path: AppData/LocalLow/Santa Goat/Mon Bazou. Take this save file and pass it directly to your friend. You then start up this save file and click the button in the interface to create a server. Your friend must also connect to your network via Radmin VPN and launch that exact same save file on their computer. Finally, your friend uses the interface to search for servers on the local network, finds yours, and hits connect.
Utilizing the Built-In Online System
If you want to skip external network programs, you can use the built in online system. Just keep in mind that this mode currently lacks the stability of the local network option.
You initiate this process by creating a save and opening a room. You can choose to make this room public or keep it private. Your friend then navigates to the main menu and connects to you directly. The game automatically uploads their data into your hosted room.
Resolving Common Connectivity Hurdles
Even with perfect instructions, technical gremlins sometimes cause issues. Review these specific solutions to overcome the most frequent obstacles players encounter.
Handling Save File Complications
You must exclusively use ready made saves rather than fresh ones when trying to host a server. If you absolutely desire to start a brand new game with your friends, you must follow a strict order of operations. First, you create the new game. Second, you immediately save it. Finally, you restart that specific save before attempting to host the multiplayer session.
Overcoming Visibility and Connection Errors
Sometimes the game refuses to cooperate. Here is how you fix visibility and connection drops.
- Invisible Friends: If you experience extreme difficulty trying to get your friend to display online, immediately abandon the online system and switch to the local network mode. The online mode is still a work in progress and frequently causes visibility bugs.
- Failed Local Connections: When your friend completely fails to connect to your local network server, you must inspect your Radmin VPN settings. Both of you must verify that you sit inside the exact same virtual room. If you lack experience with this software, search the internet for detailed tutorials regarding Radmin VPN configuration.
- Missing Menus: If you launch the game and the multiplayer menu completely fails to appear, your BepInEx installation went wrong. You need to verify that your manual installation matches the previous steps perfectly. Alternatively, you can scrap the manual attempt and utilize the automatic installation method instead.
Conclusion
Transforming your rural junker into a street racing legend becomes significantly easier when you leverage the full power of the local community alongside your real life friends. By utilizing our friendship progression strategies and server troubleshooting tactics, you completely eliminate the guesswork from unlocking rare gear and fixing broken multiplayer lobbies. Grab a fresh batch of maple wine, fire up your customized ride, and hit the Quebec roads with absolute confidence.