In this tutorial, we go over the process of installing such mods on your PC and explain how mods improve your gameplay and keep it from becoming stale.
What Are Mods in Minecraft?
Minecraft is a game with endless possibilities, and you’ll find several Minecraft tips and tricks to enhance your Minecraft experience. However, adding mods to the game takes it to a whole new level. Minecraft mods are small add-ons to the original Minecraft recipe, built by independent creators to alter different aspects of your Minecraft world. Some mods change the visuals of the game, while others bring minor quality-of-life changes that make the vanilla Minecraft experience a little more efficient for the players. The changes can be as minor as some basic color corrections and as groundbreaking as an entire gameplay overhaul, complete with multiple texture packs, audio files, physics tweaks, and cutesy hats for your pet pig! They may also introduce entirely new concepts and gameplay elements, such as mobs, places, capes, and even dimensions to visit. Apart from adding functionality to the game, many mods exist to fix various errors in the game, such as the Java sports multiple item duplication glitch or the TnT duplication glitch we have all misused.
How to Install Minecraft Mods on Windows
Minecraft does not have a direct option to add mods to the game, and most mods require a third-party mod installer. Forge is one of the most popular mod installers for Minecraft. Some mods, like OptiFine, can be installed directly without Forge. However, almost all mods require you to use Forge or Fabric. We cover three ways to install Minecraft mods that work on Windows 11 and Windows 10.
1. Use CurseForge
Follow the steps below to use the third-party application CurseForge to install mods.
2. Install Supported Mods Directly
While some mods require you to use launchers, others mods like OptiFine can be installed directly. Some mods have the option to install directly or via a launcher. However, if you’re only looking for basic mods, it’s better to install them directly instead of using Forge. Follow these steps to install OptiFine directly: Note: if you can’t see your AppData folder, click “View” in the menu bar and enable “Show -> Hidden Items.”
3. Use a Custom Launcher
Custom Minecraft launchers, like TLauncher, have built-in options that allow easy installation of mods. These launchers come with Forge preinstalled, so you don’t have to install it. Most launchers also have built-in options for OptiFine. The only downside with custom launchers is that they can take a while to load, but that’s always just a matter of a few seconds. Our all-time favorite is TLauncher, as it comes with both Forge and OptiFine preinstalled. It also supports one-click installations that make things smooth and save a lot of time. Follow the steps below to install mods using Tlauncher. Image credit: jovanmanic via Pixabay. To protect yourself from viruses, only install mods from reliable sources, such as CurseForge and Modrinth. Install a mod from another site only if that website is dedicated to one specific mod and the mod isn’t available anywhere else.
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: adds a new quest line and a number of characters from the popular manga series.BetterFPS: optimizes the game’s performance.JourneyMap: provides an invaluable map tool for exploring the world.Too Much TNT: adds a variety of new explosives to the game.Waila: provides players with valuable information about the blocks around them.Aether: introduces a floating paradise filled with flying animals and plants.
If you’re having trouble finding the AppData folder, you can also try opening it directly from your Minecraft installation folder: open the Minecraft launcher and click on “Edit Profile” then the “Open Game Dir” button.
