The best minecraft mods 2022

Minecraft Mods. Minecraft is a huge game world that you can develop and change as you like. And all this is done with the help of special modifications.

In general, since the release of the game, some various mods have been constantly released. But how to understand what they are for and whether it is worth installing them? In this article I will talk about the best mods for Minecraft, and for the latest version.

How to Install Mods for Minecraft

A mod is a file that can be downloaded and added to the game. After installation, it changes some of its parameters – updates interface elements, adds skins or installs some thematic additions.

All modifications that are added to Minecraft are unofficial. If you are going to download mods, carefully check the security of the source – in case there are some viruses on it. Then you can “bury” not only the game, but the entire computer.

Mods are installed in different ways, but regardless of this, the first step is always to update the game to the latest version. At the time of writing, this is 1.16.4. In addition, the mod must be supported in it.

The best version of Minecraft for mods in my opinion is 1.12.2 , it is supported by most of the packs. But the point is that the game is constantly updated, and additions do not lag behind it. But if you’re using a mod you like but isn’t supported in the latest release, you can easily switch the version in the settings by finding the “Use version” option in the Minecraft launcher.

Some mods may conflict with each other, thereby causing the game to crash. To make it easier and more convenient to use all the add-ons at once, as well as quickly switch between them, I recommend using the  MultiMC  or Minecraft Forge applications . You can do without them, just by downloading individual packs and installing them, but most mods are recommended to be installed with the help of such programs.

The best mods for Minecraft

Now it’s time to talk about the mods themselves. I will describe the principles of their action, and also indicate compatibility with Minecraft versions. 

Galacticraft

The popular mod Galacticraft adds to the game almost everything related to astronautics – rockets, other planets, asteroids. In combination with other add-ons, you can extract new resources, create your own colonies, build space stations and bases, grow plants, travel in space, and even fight monsters.

There are four planets in the standard pack – Venus, Mars, Earth and the Moon (and this does not include asteroids). Almost nothing is overlooked, including the gravity on a particular planet, the presence of living organisms and its suitability for life.

There is compatibility with Minecraft versions up to 1.12.2 , you need to install the mod using Forge or other APIs.

Thaumcraft

Thaumcraft is a powerful add-on that adds elements of magic and related effects to the game world. New mobs and helper golems, various buildings and unique items will appear in Minecraft. The game is based on knowledge – until you study this or that area or a certain subject, you will not get access to them. The mod has 6 versions, you need to choose depending on the game itself. For example, the last, that is, the sixth, is supported in Minecraft versions from 1.10.2 to 1.12.2 .

JourneyMap

This add-on shows the world map in Minecraft. And not only in the game itself, but also in the browser. To do this, you just need to enter the query localhost:8080 in the address bar . A mini-map is available, it is possible to set it up for daytime or nighttime, viewing the lower world (various caves). Plus, it shows where your character is at the moment, and what other players and mobs are located nearby. If necessary, you can save the picture in png format.

At the moment, the mod is supported in version 1.15.2 and below. Installation must be carried out through the Minecraft Forge application.

Industrial craft 2

The Industrial craft 2 mod adds some areas of industrial production to the game. Among them are metallurgy, agro-industry, electrical engineering and brewing. New types of energy, various tools and even devices are available. Mod adds a large number of blocks, changes the properties of existing ones. The number of changes is simply huge, it is impossible to list them all at once.

The add-on is compatible with Minecraft versions 1.12.2 and below. Install, of course, through Minecraft Forge, these are the requirements.

JEI and NEI

These are two additions of the Just Enough Items and Not Enough Items mods. Both add new crafting recipes, allowing you to create almost any item in the game. Recipes are available for the furnace, workbench, alchemist’s stand, and so on. In survival mode, the mod will automatically craft the necessary things, if at the same time you have enough resources for this.

NEI is only compatible with version 1.7 , after which the mod has not been updated. But the second one, also called Thaumic JEI, is supported by version  1.12.2 . To install all these add-ons, and the mod itself, Minecraft Forge is required.

Forestry

The Forestry mod adds new types of mechanisms, objects and trees to the game. The emphasis is more on agriculture. For example, breeding bees or butterflies, breeding their various species, creating apiaries, automatic farms and much more. The bees will encourage the growth of new fruit trees whose fruits can be eaten.

Compatible with Minecraft –  1.12.2 and below .

The Twilight Forest

The Twilight Forest adds a forest to Minecraft, but rather as a new dimension. This is a new huge world with flat terrain, gloomy and twilight, in which huge trees are everywhere. Sometimes peaceful mobs appear here, you can find caves with ores, fight local bosses. Most importantly, in the Twilight Forest you can get new achievements and a huge amount of valuable resources. Or you can go through the maze and find treasures.

The Dusk Forest can be installed on Minecraft version 1.12.2 .

Chocapic Shader

The shader adds graphic effects to Minecraft without overloading it and maintaining optimal performance. All elements become more realistic – the sun shines as if in real life, the water is transparent, you can see the reflection in it, clouds and clouds in the sky, rain, fog and much more. Chocapic is supported in Minecraft version 1.16.2 .

Techguns

Wanted a complete set of weapons in Minecraft? Then install Techguns. There is almost everything here – a variety of machine guns, rifles, bazookas, grenades. All this is beautifully designed in 3D, has the appropriate sounds and effects. There are also two types of armor – regular and reinforced. Mobs will become angrier and more dangerous than usual, they will receive the same guns and armor. It is worth mentioning separately the special effects – blood, guts, explosions … In general, everything is in full swing.

Optifine

The Optifine mod improves the graphics and textures of the Minecraft game. It adds HD support, boosts FPS, optimizes gameplay, improves lighting, and also purifies water. In combination with shaders, the picture will be very high quality – clear shadows will appear, grass will begin to grow beautifully, water will flow in waves, clouds will float across the sky. You can install with or without Minecraft Forge. Compatibility is with all versions of Minecraft (up to the latest 1.16.4) .

Tinkers Construct

This mod is the most popular for Minecraft. Its purpose is to upgrade the crafting tools, as well as add a huge amount of new materials that can be mined or even made from ordinary mined resources. But how to do it – all this is indicated in a separate manual.

Supported maximum in Minecraft version 1.12.2 . Perfectly compatible with other add-ons. Installed with Forge and Mantle.

Mo’ Bends

This mod completely changes the animation of the movement of the characters. They will beautifully and very realistically run, jump and crawl. Moreover, there are several options for such movements, you can switch between them, change them or create your own.

Support – only from version 1.12.2 .

Mo’Creatures

The modification adds 58 (!) new animals and monsters to the game. These include elephant, mammoth, snail, ostrich, snake, crocodile, turtle, horse, deer, cat, dolphin and shark. There are even trees that have come to life, but there are no raccoons there :(. Most animals can be taught in the future, and then even ride them.

Support starts with Minecraft version 1.12.2 . You need to install the modification using the Minecraft Forge and Custom Mob Spawner applications.

Biomes O’ Plenty

Modification Biomes O’ Plenty expands the boundaries of the game world, opens up new biomes, adds a variety of interesting items and tools, achievements and recipes. Must be installed using Minecraft Forge, supported up to version 1.16.3 .

MrCrayfish’s Furniture

Another very good mod in Minecraft, designed to decorate rooms. With it, you can add various interior items, beautifully and realistically decorate any room in the house and the territory adjacent to it.

New blocks were created not just for decoration, they have certain functions. You can sit on armchairs, chairs and sofas, several programs are shown on TV, and tools are repaired in the dishwasher for some reason. There are a bunch of cabinets of various types and designs in which you can store items and things.

Installation is made only through Minecraft Forge, there is compatibility with game versions up to 1.16.3 .

Ultimate Unicorn

Another option for introducing new creatures into the game world is unicorns and pegasi. There is also Nightmare, Warhorse and Hippocampus. All these are several types of magic horses, almost each has its own unique characteristics. All animals are friendly, with the help of magic they can even be protected or decorated. If you want to install, use a version prior to 1.12.2 , not higher.

PUBGMC

A kind of mixture of the legendary game PUBG and Minecraft. The same competition for survival, but only in a square world. The character has a bunch of firearms, cool armor, air supplies, first aid kits, energy, grenades and so on. A parcel can be called from the sky using the special /airdrop command or by launching a rocket into the sky. The maximum version is  1.12.2 .

Iron Chests

Iron Chests adds to the gameplay chests with improved properties from various materials – metal, copper, crystal, iron, diamond and obsidian. You can combine two chests into one, put several in a row. In general, everything is to ensure that the materials have somewhere to store, and at the same time arrange everything beautifully and neatly. Minecraft compatibility – version 1.16.3 and below, installation of course requires Minecraft Forge.

Flans mod

Flans will add to the gameplay not only weapons, but also interesting military equipment. You are here and intergalactic robots, and spaceships, combat aircraft and even passenger airliners. It would seem that a complete set, but the arsenal does not end there. The add-on has real racing cars, heavy tanks with powerful armor and huge guns.

In addition, new blocks and mechanisms appear in the game, there is a multiplayer mode with death matches, capture the flag and tank battles. Support is available in Minecraft versions up to 1.12.2 .

Chisel

Thanks to the Chisel fashion, various decorative blocks can be used in construction and in the interior. All you need is to take a chisel and remake an existing block into any other one. There are 15 options available with different patterns, colors, textures and so on.

To install the add-on, you need to use the Forge application. Minecraft is compatible up to version 1.12.2 .

Custom NPCs

With this modification, you will create your own mobs in the game, and they will be smarter than usual. The mod allows you to change their appearance, create dialogues, tasks, scripts and customize other related characteristics. At will, create mobs in different professions and factions, make them fight. The mod is compatible with Minecraft versions  1.13.2 and below.

Portal Gun

This add-on allows you to create a portal to any place you need (like in the game Portal). You can install it in Minecraft version not lower than 1.12.2 .

Metamorph (Morph)

Have you ever dreamed of playing as a monster in Minecraft? So, this mod will make the dream come true, that is, it will help you become a mob in the game. To do this, you just need to kill the desired mob and take his soul for yourself. The modification is supported up to 1.12.2 , it must be installed using Forge.

minecolonies

This addition creates colonies or settlements. People in them will do various things – build houses, grow plants, fish, cook food and so on. All these processes can be automated if necessary. A great option to diversify the single player game.

You can start with a small settlement, equip it properly, create jobs, and then start expanding. If robbers attack the settlement, the inhabitants will fight back. And then, when the colony grows, pirates will begin to attack it. In this case, people just can’t cope – they should be trained, trained, built barracks, prepared for battle. This mod is available in almost all versions of the game, including the latest.

The Lost Cities

In Minecraft, with the help of this mod, you can add a new location – an abandoned city. Some buildings contain treasure chests, others are inhabited by monsters. The mod is supported by all versions of the game. 

Pointless Tech 2

Home comfort can be added using the Pointless Tech 2 mod. It installs appliances in the house – computers, laptops, plasma, stereos and other gadgets. All these items have no functions, they are only needed for decoration. 

It should be installed through Forge and only in Minecraft before 1.12.2 .

Personal Cars

Minecraft still has personal cars, but they are added only through the Personal Cars mod. Their appearance is as simple as possible, but there are many options. There are SUVs, compact cars, trucks for transporting animals and even a sports car. A loud klaxon will knock out all the mobs in the area.

Cars appear through crafting, there are special recipes for this. You can install the mod in versions up to 1.12.2 .

Iron Backpacks

You can increase inventory space not only with the help of furniture and chests, but also with backpacks. To do this, use a separate mod – Iron Backpacks. Backpacks, bags and briefcases of any color at the discretion of the player. An existing backpack can be upgraded with crafting. This add-on is supported in Minecraft 1.12.2 .

Minecraft Comes Alive

This mod will allow you to start a family and even children in the game. Sims in villages can create relationships, arrange weddings, give gifts, and so on. All you need is to craft a ring and give it to someone you need, and then follow the standard scenario. Version support – 1.12.2 and below.

Jurassicraft

Another popular modification based on the Jurassic Park franchise. Long-extinct giant dinosaurs appear in the game. They do not even appear, but rather are created. You just need to get the fossil DNA and amber, then start the crafting process according to the recipe. As a result, you will have a small dinosaur, which will eventually grow and get stronger. A total of 7 types of prehistoric reptiles are available. You can install the add-on in versions up to 1.12.2.

Conclusion

There are really a lot of interesting mods for Minecraft, and all of them deserve attention. In this article, I have highlighted the most interesting ones in my opinion – some add new elements, others change existing ones, including graphics. Even the eyes run wide from such a variety … 

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