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63 ArticlesHow to Install ViveCraft for Virtual Reality Minecraft on your Minecraft Client
ViveCraft is a mod that turns Minecraft into an exceptional VR experience in room-scale or seated play. Currently, ViveCraft is available for Minecraft Java Edition only. ViveCraft has both a Spigot plugin version and a Forge mod version, so if your server is modded or vanilla-like, you can use ViveCraft on your server! --- Installing ViveCraft on your Client To use ViveCraft features on a Minecraft server, you must first have ViveCraft installed on your game client. 1. Run the version of vanilla Minecraft you intend to use if you haven't already If you haven't run the version of Minecraft you'd like to mod before, you will need to do so. This is to ensure that all the vanilla Minecraft files associated with that version are downloaded and available. Without them, the ViveCraft mod will not be able to install correctly, if at all! 2. Close the game after it fully installs and boots 3. Download the ViveCraft installer for your desired Minecraft Version from this page If there is not a standalone client version of ViveCraft available for your desired version of Minecraft, you can install the Forge mod version as a client mod using your preferred Forge launcher. 4. Download the VR installer.jar file 5. Run the ViveCraft installer and customize your installation options Feel free to customize your ViveCraft installation options. If you plan on using Forge mods alongside ViveCraft, you should enable the "Install Vivecraft with Forge" option. Additionally, you should consider allocating more RAM to your game if you have it to spare. 6. Click the Install button at the bottom 7. Open your Minecraft Launcher, make sure your Vivecraft profile is selected, then click Play When the game boots up, you will be able to use your VR headset to play the game.
How to Install Sponge Plugins
By default, the Forge server type only supports mods and cannot run plugins. However, the SpongeAPI makes it possible to use plugins in Forge servers through the SpongeForge mod. Bukkit and Spigot plugins will NOT work on Forge servers with Sponge unless explicitly stated on the plugin page. It is highly recommended to only install plugins downloaded from the official Sponge Ore website. --- Installing Sponge Plugins 1. Download the plugins you wish to install from Ore. You can find Ore, the official Sponge Plugins Repository at https://ore.spongepowered.org/ ::ProseNote{title="Important Reminder" description="Make sure that the plugins you download are compatible with the SpongeForge version installed on your server. Some plugins will also be downloaded as .ZIP files, which you need to extract the jar file from." appearance="danger"} :: 2. Access your server's Control Panel and navigate to the Files tab. 3. Navigate to the folder. 4. Upload the plugin jar file you downloaded in Step 1. 5. Restart your server. That's it! You have successfully installed a SpongeAPI plugin onto your Forge server.
How to Install Sponge on a Forge Server
SpongeForge is a Forge mod based on SpongeAPI that lets you use Sponge plugins in your modded server. This can be useful for some servers as it allows for even greater flexibility and features on your server, although, it introduces new limitations and potential complications. You can read more about SpongeForge and the Sponge project by visiting the official Sponge website. ::ProseNote{title="Important" description="When selecting a Forge version, it is ideal to install the recommended version shown on the SpongeForge download page. Below shows how to identify the recommended Forge version for a specific SpongeForge build." appearance="danger"} :: Installing Sponge If you haven't yet, you need to install Forge on your server. You can follow our guide here for steps on how to install Forge on your Minecraft server. 1. Download the appropriate version of SpongeForge for your Forge version Locate and download your desired version of Sponge from their downloads page. We suggest selecting their recommended version if you are unsure of which to choose. 2. Access your server's control panel and navigate to the Files tab 3. Click the folder to open it 4. Upload your downloaded SpongeForge jar file 5. Start or Restart your server if it is already running Once your server boots up, SpongeForge will be installed and ready to go.
How to Install Modpacks on Your Computer Using the CurseForge App
CurseForge is a Minecraft launcher owned by Overwolf that allows you to install thousands of modpacks with the click of a button. --- How to Install Modpacks 1. Download and launch the CurseForge installer. You can find the download here: https://www.curseforge.com/download/app 2. Accept Overwolf's terms and privacy policy, then click Next. 3. Install Minecraft in CurseForge and select Continue. 4. Search for your desired modpack and click the orange Install button. 5. When the installation is finished, navigate to the My Modpacks tab and click Play. That's it! You're now ready to play your desired modpack through CurseForge. If you are looking to install a modpack on your Shockbyte server, you can find a list of supported server types here.
How to Install Minecraft Forge on your Server
Forge is Minecraft’s most popular mod loader, featuring thousands of mods that add content to the game for each version of Minecraft. If you wish to use Forge mods on your server, you will need to install the same version of Forge on your server and your client. Before installing Forge on your server, you will need to know which Forge version you need. This will depend on the Minecraft version your mods or modpack use. Thankfully, we have Knowledgebase Articles to walk you through multiple options for installing Forge on your client: Using the CurseForge Launcher (Installs Forge and Mods/Modpacks) Using the MultiMC Launcher Using the Minecraft Launcher To join your Minecraft Forge server, you must also be running Minecraft Forge on your PC. See our guide here for steps on how to install it. --- Installing Forge with a New Instance You can install Forge on your Minecraft server by creating a new instance and selecting Forge as the server type. 1. Access your control panel and Stop your server. 2. Navigate to Instances, and click Create new Instance. 3. Select Forge as your Server Type, then continue through the Instance setup wizard by selecting your desired version and additional information. 4. Check over your Review Information, and click Finish. 5. On the Instances list, click Switch next to your newly created Forge Instance. And there you have it, you have now installed a brand new instance of Forge onto your server. Allow your server to start up once for the necessary files to be installed, and then stop your server before adding any mods or modpacks. --- If you require any further assistance, please contact our support at: https://shockbyte.com/billing/submitticket.php
How to Install Minecraft Forge on Your PC
Forge is a Minecraft server type that allows you to run mods. It is the most popular modded server type and is used with the majority of mod packs available. ::ProseNote{title="Reminder" description="You must install the exact versions of mods and Forge on your server AND on your computer in order to successfully connect to a modded Forge server." appearance="danger"} :: How to Install Forge on Your PC 1. Download the installer for your desired version of Forge. 2. Run the installer and select Install client. 3. Hit OK, and the installer will download Forge files. When the download is complete, you will see a confirmation. 4. Open your Minecraft Launcher and select your new Forge profile. 5. Press Play to start up Forge. That's all! You're set up and ready to go with Minecraft Forge. If you would now like to install mods on your computer, we have a guide to assist you with this here.
How to Install Minecraft Forge Mods on Your Windows PC
For users running Forge/modded servers, it is important to remember that mods must be installed on both your server and your PC to connect successfully. This guide outlines how to install your chosen mods locally on your Windows PC. Firstly, ensure that you have Forge installed on your server and PC. Remember that your mod version must match the version of Minecraft that you are playing on - otherwise, you will not be able to connect! If you're seeing error messages when you're trying to connect, please ensure to verify you are using a compatible mod version before reaching out to our support team! --- How to Install Mods on your PC To get started, you will need to head into your computer's directory and move your mods over to your computer's mods folder. 1. Open File Explorer and enter in the search bar. 2. Navigate to the directory. 3. Move your mod jarfile(s) into the mods folder (make sure they are also installed on your server). 4. Run Minecraft Forge and enjoy your mods! That's it! You have successfully installed mods onto your computer.