How to Install Modpacks on Your Minecraft Server

Installing modpacks on your Minecraft server transforms your gameplay experience with curated collections of mods, configurations, and custom content. This guide will show you how to easily install modpacks using Loafhosts' one-click Modpack Manager.

What Are Modpacks?

Modpacks are pre-configured collections of mods designed to work together, offering:

• Themed experiences - Tech, magic, adventure, RPG, etc.
• Balanced gameplay - Mods configured to work harmoniously
• Quests & progression - Many include quest systems and goals
• Performance optimization - Pre-optimized mod configurations
• Active communities - Established player bases and support

Requirements

Before installing a modpack:

• Your server must support Forge or Fabric (depending on the modpack)
• Ensure you have enough RAM (most modpacks require 4-8GB minimum)
• Backup your current server if switching from another setup
• Players will need to install the same modpack client-side

Method 1: Using Loafhosts Modpack Manager (Recommended)

Loafhosts provides a one-click Modpack Manager with access to thousands of popular modpacks from CurseForge and Modrinth.

Step 1: Access the Modpack Manager

1. Log into your Loafhosts panel
2. Select your Minecraft server
3. Click Modpacks in the left sidebar

Step 2: Browse Available Modpacks

The Modpack Manager displays:

Most Recently Installed Modpack - Shows your current modpack (if any)

Filter Options:

• Provider: CurseForge or Modrinth
• Page Size: 50 modpacks per page
• Search Query: Search by modpack name

Popular Modpacks Available:

Tech & Automation:

• All the Mods 10 - ATM10 🔥 - The top pack of 2025 with around 500 mods! Tons of quests and a proper endgame.
• All the Mods 10: To the Sky ATM10SKY - Starting with only a tree, fill the void with large amounts of mods.

Forge Modpacks:

• Better MC [FORGE] BMC4 - Version 1.20.1 | A Proper Vanilla+ Modpack | Does not require a lot of RAM.
• RLCraft - A modpack specially designed to bring an incredibly hardcore and semi-realism challenge!
• Prominence II: Hasturian Era - Lore-rich RPG modpack built on custom content.

Adventure & RPG:

• Cursed Walking - A Modern Zombie Apocalypse - A fully fledged zombie apocalypse modpack for Fabric.
• DeceasedCraft - Modern Zombie Apocalypse - Survive in an apocalypse world, along with custom zombie types.
• DawnCraft - Echoes of Legends - Souls-like RPG modpack w/ Unique Questing System.

Magic & Fantasy:

• Cisco's Fantasy Medieval RPG [Ultimate] - Expanding upon the original formula adding more content.
• MC Eternal 2 - Something for everyone I promise! Hybrid pack with 800+ mods.

Exploration:

• The Pixelmon Modpack - This is a Modpack designed to give players an entire adventure.
• COBBLEVERSE - Pokemon Adventure [Cobblemon] - Start a true Pokémon adventure in Minecraft.

Optimization:

• Fabulously Optimized - Beautiful graphics, speedy performance and familiar Fabric mods.

Horror & Survival:

• Cave Horror Project 1 - Forge 1.20.1 | Chapter 8 now out! | Best horror in Minecraft!

Skyblock & Unique Concepts:

• SkyFactory 4 - The ultimate skyblock modpack! Watch development LIVE!
• Linggango - Terraria & Magic & Tech Modpack | 480+ Mods included.

Step 3: Select a Modpack

1. Browse or search for your desired modpack
2. Read the modpack description to understand:

• • Mod count and type (tech, magic, adventure, etc.)
  • Minecraft version compatibility
  • RAM requirements
  • Special features or quests

3. Click on the modpack name or icon

Step 4: Install the Modpack

1. Click the download button (↓ icon) on the modpack card
2. Loafhosts will automatically:

• • Download the modpack server files
  • Install required mods
  • Configure server settings
  • Set up the correct Forge/Fabric version

3. Wait for the installation to complete (2-10 minutes depending on modpack size)
4. Your server will restart automatically

Step 5: Join Your Modded Server

Players need to install the same modpack on their client:

Using CurseForge Launcher:

1. Download CurseForge launcher
2. Search for the modpack name
3. Click Install
4. Launch the modpack
5. Connect to your server using your server IP

Popular Modpack Recommendations

Best for Beginners

Fabulously Optimized

• Focus: Performance enhancement
• Difficulty: Easy
• Description: Beautiful graphics with speedy performance
• Perfect for: Players new to modded Minecraft

Better MC [FORGE] BMC4

• Focus: Vanilla+ experience
• Difficulty: Easy
• Description: Enhanced vanilla with quality-of-life improvements
• Perfect for: Vanilla players wanting light modding

Best for Adventure & Questing

All the Mods 10 - ATM10 ⭐ Most Popular

• Focus: Everything! (500+ mods)
• Difficulty: Medium
• Description: Massive quest system with proper endgame
• Perfect for: Players wanting long-term progression

DawnCraft - Echoes of Legends

• Focus: RPG with souls-like combat
• Difficulty: Hard
• Description: Unique questing system with custom bosses
• Perfect for: RPG and Dark Souls fans

Prominence II: Hasturian Era

• Focus: Lore-rich RPG
• Difficulty: Medium-Hard
• Description: Custom content with deep storyline
• Perfect for: Players who love story-driven content

Best for Tech & Automation

All the Mods 10: To the Sky ATM10SKY

• Focus: Skyblock with tech mods
• Difficulty: Medium
• Description: Fill the void with automation and tech
• Perfect for: Players who love engineering

MC Eternal 2

• Focus: Hybrid (everything)
• Difficulty: Medium
• Description: 800+ mods covering all play styles
• Perfect for: Groups with varied interests

Best for Survival Challenge

RLCraft

• Focus: Hardcore survival
• Difficulty: Very Hard
• Description: Brutal, semi-realistic survival challenge
• Perfect for: Hardcore survival enthusiasts

Cursed Walking - A Modern Zombie Apocalypse

• Focus: Zombie apocalypse survival
• Difficulty: Hard
• Description: Fully fledged zombie mod with custom types
• Perfect for: Horror and survival fans

Best for Pokemon Fans

The Pixelmon Modpack

• Focus: Pokemon in Minecraft
• Difficulty: Easy-Medium
• Description: Complete Pokemon adventure in Minecraft
• Perfect for: Pokemon fans

COBBLEVERSE - Pokemon Adventure [Cobblemon]

• Focus: True Pokemon adventure
• Difficulty: Easy-Medium
• Description: Start your Pokemon journey with Cobblemon
• Perfect for: Modern Pokemon experience

Method 2: Manual Modpack Installation

If you have a custom modpack or one not listed:

Step 1: Download Server Files

1. Download the modpack's server files from its source
2. Ensure you have the complete server pack (not client files)

Step 2: Upload to Server

1. Go to Files in your Loafhosts panel
2. Upload the modpack files to your server root
3. Extract if necessary

Step 3: Set Correct Server Type

1. Go to Versions and select the required server type (Forge/Fabric)
2. Select the correct Minecraft version
3. Install and restart

After Installing a Modpack

Configure Server Settings

1. Go to Configs in your panel
2. Adjust settings in server.properties:

• • Increase max-tick-time if getting server timeout errors
  • Adjust view-distance based on performance (8-12 recommended)
  • Set appropriate max-players for your RAM

Allocate Sufficient RAM

Most modpacks require significant RAM:

Share with Players

Provide players with:

• Server IP address
• Modpack name and version
• Link to download the modpack (CurseForge/Modrinth)
• Any custom configuration instructions

Managing Modpacks

Updating Your Modpack

1. Go to Modpacks in your panel
2. Check if an update is available for your installed modpack
3. Click Update if available
4. Backup your world before updating!

Switching Modpacks

1. Backup your current world!
2. Go to Modpacks and select a new modpack
3. Install the new modpack (this will replace your current setup)
4. Your previous world data will be preserved but may not be compatible

Adding Custom Mods to a Modpack

1. Go to Files → mods folder
2. Upload additional .jar mod files
3. Ensure mod compatibility with the modpack's Forge/Fabric version
4. Restart server

Troubleshooting

Server Won't Start After Installing Modpack:

• Check RAM allocation (may need more)
• Review server logs in Terminal for specific errors
• Verify you have the correct Java version
• Check if specific mods are causing crashes

Players Can't Connect:

• Ensure players installed the exact same modpack version
• Verify the modpack client matches the server version
• Check that the server is online and running
• Provide correct server IP to players

Lag or Performance Issues:

• Increase server RAM allocation
• Reduce view-distance in server.properties
• Remove unnecessary mods if custom pack
• Consider switching to a lighter modpack
• Enable performance optimizations in modpack configs

Missing Mods on Server:

• Some mods are client-side only and won't appear on server
• Check modpack documentation for required vs optional mods
• Verify all server-side mods downloaded correctly

Crashes When Adding New Mods:

• Check mod compatibility with the modpack's Minecraft version
• Verify Forge/Fabric version matches mod requirements
• Look for mod conflicts in crash reports
• Remove the newly added mod if issues persist

Best Practices

1. Always backup before installing or updating modpacks
2. Test modpack on a staging server first (if possible)
3. Allocate sufficient RAM for your chosen modpack
4. Keep client and server versions in sync
5. Read modpack documentation for specific setup instructions
6. Monitor performance after installation
7. Communicate with players about modpack updates
8. Don't mix Forge and Fabric mods - they're incompatible

Modpack Server Requirements

Minimum Specifications:

• RAM: 4GB (small modpacks) to 12GB+ (massive modpacks)
• CPU: Modern multi-core processor
• Storage: 5-20GB depending on modpack size
• Network: Stable connection with open ports

Recommended for Best Experience:

• RAM: 8GB+ for most popular modpacks
• CPU: High single-thread performance
• Storage: SSD for faster loading
• Backups: Regular automated backups enabled

Need Help?

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• Live Chat: Available on Loafhosts.com
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Updated on: 10/11/2025