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Modrinth · Minecraft modpack

Essentially Optimized (Server)

2x server-side chunk loading speeds with this optimization modpack. Optimize player, entity, and physics performance while significantly reducing RAM usage.

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Which Essentially Optimized (Server) release matches 1.21.6?

Updated 6 days ago
Best match for your filters 1.0.0 for 1.21.6
Game version 1.21.6
Loader Fabric 0.18.2

1.0.0 for 1.21.6 is a complete pack release for 1.21.6 with Fabric 0.18.2. Install it as its own launcher instance. If the creator publishes a separate server file, make sure it names this exact pack release. 16 mods in this pack file.

Pack setup

How should I set up Essentially Optimized (Server) for players and a server?

Use 1.0.0 for 1.21.6 as the pack version. Install the pack as its own launcher instance. The creator’s listing does not name a separate server file, so check the release notes before setting up a dedicated server. Do not upload the ordinary client folder blindly.

Client instance Install 1.0.0 for 1.21.6
Dedicated server setup Match 1.0.0 for 1.21.6
Pack loader Fabric 0.18.2

A pack is a matched client and server setup, not one mod with an install-side label. Keep its release, loader, manifest and overrides together.

Referenced mods 16
Client only 0
Server only 4
Not labelled 12

These numbers come from the pack file you chose. “Not labelled” means we don’t know which side it belongs on—not that it is safe everywhere. The file count is not a RAM estimate.

What are the server requirements for Essentially Optimized (Server)?

1.0.0 for 1.21.6 on 1.21.6. The pack contents and setup notes below stay tied to that release.

16 mods in this pack file

The selected pack release is 1.0.0 for 1.21.6. That file is for Minecraft 1.21.6 with Fabric 0.18.2. It contains 16 mod projects. The creator’s listing does not name a separate server file. Check their notes before using one, and do not upload an ordinary client folder or rebuild the pack mod by mod. A file count cannot tell us the right RAM, CPU or storage; size the server for the players and world you actually run.

About this project

What kind of pack is Essentially Optimized (Server)?

Essentially Optimized Server Best Server Optimization Modpack

What's Essentially Optimized (Server)?

Essentially Optimized (Server), is a curated collection of the best server-side only optimization mods for Fabric. It focuses entirely on improving TPS, increasing chunk generation speed, and reducing RAM usage without changing how vanilla Minecraft works.

Clients DON'T need to use this modpack to join!
If you are looking for client side optimizations (FPS boost) then check out Essentially Optimized (FPS).

Thanks to modern performance mods, this pack often outperforms other optimization solutions by stripping away everything that is unnecessary and ONLY keeping mods essential to performance!

3k x 3k Chunk Loading Time spent Avg. c/s
Essentially Optimized (Server) 00:04:54 122
Vanilla Server 00:09:10 65

Tested with Fabric 1.21.10 on a 6GB shared hosting server with Ryzen 9 5950x (4.5 vCores). Source

100% Optimization Focused

We built this modpack with extreme simplicity in mind since we have been looking for something like this ourselves. Unlike with most other packs, you will find:

  • NO unnecessary quality-of-life mods.
  • NO visual enhancements.
  • NO content additions or random mods.

Spark Profiler Statistics Of Essentally Optimized Server Modpack

Key Features

🚀 2x Faster Chunk Loading: Seamless gameplay with multi-threaded chunk generation and a completely rewritten lighting engine. Whether you are teleporting or flying with an Elytra, the world loads faster than ever by utilizing all available CPU cores instead of relying on a single thread.

💾 Reduced RAM Usage: Using advanced memory management and data storage, this modpack lowers the RAM required to run the server. This prevents "Out of Memory" crashes and allows you to host a smooth experience even on budget hardware.

⚡ Optimized TPS & MSPT: By rewriting core game physics, entity tracking, and mob AI logic, this modpack makes sure your server processes ticks efficiently. Resulting a stable 20 TPS and low MSPT, allowing for complex redstone contraptions and higher player counts.

🌐 Smoother Networking: Optimized network stacks and packet compression reduce the bandwidth usage between the server and players. This minimizes rubber-banding and hit-registration issues, ensuring a responsive experience for everyone.

✅ Full Vanilla Compatibility: All optimizations are strictly internal code improvements that respect vanilla mechanics. Players can join with a standard vanilla client, no extra downloads required on their end.

Huge thank you to all the individual mod creators. Without you, this modpack would not exist. Please go show some love to them. But now, stop waiting and install the modpack!

Quick Install Guide

Download the Fabric server installer.
Install the modpack files into your server's mods folder.
Start the server & invite your friends!

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Credits & Links

Lithium by jellysquid3
FerriteCore by malte0811
ModernFix-mVUS by Coredex
Krypton by astei
C2ME by ishland
Very Many Players by shland
ServerCore by Wesley1808
Alternate Current by Space Walker
ScalableLux by shland
Get It Together, Drops! by bl4ckscor3
Clumps by jaredlll08
NoisiumForked by Coredex
spark by lucko
Chunky by pop4959

Fabric API by modmuss50
Cloth Config API by shedaniel

FAQ

Q: Will this be made for older versions as well?
A: We currently have no plans to backport it to older versions. But if the demand is high, we might do it.

Q: What mods are in the pack?
A: You can see the full, up-to-date list by checking each version's dependencies or at the bottom of the page under Credit & Links

Q: Why doesn't it have (insert a mod not related to optimization)?
A: To keep the pack as light, fast, and stable as possible, we only include optimization mods.

Q: Do I need the modpack on the client?
A: No, the pack is fully server side and does not need to be installed on the client.

Q: How can I install the modpack?
A: Here's how to install the modpack on your server.

Q: Where can I get support, report a bug, or give feedback?
A: Join our Discord Server to report any bugs or get help.

Q: My server still feels choppy?
A: We can optimize your server but we can't magically give you more than actually available. So please make sure you have allocated enough RAM to your server. I recommend using at least 4GB for a smooth experience. Anything below that, the issues are easy to come.

Project description from Modrinth.

Mods in 1.0.0 for 1.21.6

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alternate-current-mc1.21.5-1.9.0.jar SHA-1 2c2d60d73ef7d0f2adf1304f8df31b0fa65ffe34 · Modrinth version eTNKfjl1 · Project link unavailable Server only
c2me-fabric-mc1.21.8-0.3.4.0.0.jar SHA-1 0951ad76de856b2e8804f06efc4302f828dc3bff · Modrinth version tlZRTK1v · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
Chunky-Fabric-1.4.40.jar SHA-1 0e72174f0ad00f44a4aa53d92269a0461e0352a9 · Modrinth version inWDi2cf · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
cloth-config-19.0.147-fabric.jar SHA-1 d3bd78860580da556990726af3bed1169e69933e · Modrinth version cz0b1j8R · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
Clumps-fabric-1.21.6-24.0.0.2.jar SHA-1 ec83830a116e300405ed6d0e1f83b86d685f9bf5 · Modrinth version BuxKWqLY · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
fabric-api-0.128.2+1.21.6.jar SHA-1 b273a883a3864108453a5d5f0b9e4f0a870c9579 · Modrinth version F5TVHWcE · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
ferritecore-8.0.0-fabric.jar SHA-1 53d76354587cd1965b842fdce7cff965b5c52fe5 · Modrinth version CtMpt7Jr · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
getittogetherdrops-fabric-1.21-1.3.1.jar SHA-1 0f0507ebb7396ca26a2dccf6df150ea80530ecc0 · Modrinth version SONCHAXQ · Project link unavailable Server only
krypton-0.2.9.jar SHA-1 45a1cba4e4fbd1e4885583699739bd8ad73ba5e6 · Modrinth version neW85eWt · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
lithium-fabric-0.17.0+mc1.21.6.jar SHA-1 78f513f63036bc8fa061b5ee1aa88d5779f5a52c · Modrinth version XWGBHYcB · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
modernfix-fabric-5.20.4-1.21.6.jar SHA-1 784e691d6635abb0ed82764a9502aae3fb96b260 · Modrinth version ve3rdBen · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
noisium-fabric-2.7.0+mc1.21.6-8.jar SHA-1 c5ce6a8dc909d3bdce01d8a8018c2af18ea99aae · Modrinth version zWsMzA7t · Project link unavailable Server only
ScalableLux-0.1.5.1+fabric.abdeefa-all.jar SHA-1 c8871a354138763af96e96b1792ffa81a82e8289 · Modrinth version Bi5i8Ema · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
servercore-fabric-1.5.13+1.21.6.jar SHA-1 a32e3322f99f0e26ce3d2c299ed4016c66959417 · Modrinth version tYpkAekN · Project link unavailable Server only
spark-1.10.142-fabric.jar SHA-1 329cdcf566637760c679b56a3213e18aa41cad5c · Modrinth version 3KCl7Vx0 · Project link unavailable Side not labelled
vmp-fabric-mc1.21.6-0.2.0+beta.7.200-all.jar SHA-1 5e74b333b37745ee54cfbfbdbec5ef3d3eb7eb0d · Modrinth version aWatA9pi · Project link unavailable Side not labelled

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