CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Backwoods
A liminal horror adventure mod based on Woodlands
Quick answer
Which Backwoods release should I use?
Backwoods the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Backwoods required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Backwoods the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar need?
the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Backwoods without breaking your instance.
Built for Backwoods the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar. It targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Backwoods add?

This isn't one of those typical one time use, arg, sloppy, loud and deepfried images equal scary, glazed by youtubers, teleports you to bajillions of dimensions in one second, dweller, made by some 14 yr old kid, nukes your home, instantly kills you, rushed, half assed, edgy, walking simulator, dumb jeopardy music, png entities mods. This is an adventure mod like Eternal Starlight/Twilight Forest.
Backwoods is a liminal-horror adventure mod for NeoForge. This a mod that adds new horror dimensions, hostile entities with unique behaviors, progression items, structures, and atmospheric blocks. It also introduces a mental degradation system that changes how you survive the longer you remain in the unknown. The mod aims to diversify and intensify survival through oppressive exploration, limited safety, and enemies that require awareness and timing rather than simple combat. With Backwoods, you will once again feel fear while traveling, looting, and descending into dark places, because danger is no longer just around you, it is watching you.
READ THE WIKI. STOP ASKING HOW TO ENTER THE DIMENSION. READ THE WIKI

Inspired by the Woodlands
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Backwoods by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.8
1 loader build1.21.1
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Backwoods versions and loaders
the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
24 Oct 2026
the_backwoods-1.8.0-neoforge-26.1.2.jar
24 Oct 2026
the_backwoods-1.7.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
14 Jun 2026
the_backwoods-1.7.0-neoforge-1.21.8.jar
14 Jun 2026
the_backwoods-1.6.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
15 May 2026
the_backwoods-1.6.0-neoforge-1.21.8.jar
15 May 2026
the_backwoods-1.6.0-forge-1.20.1.jar
15 May 2026
the_backwoods-1.5.2-forge-1.20.1.jar
2 May 2026
the_backwoods-1.5.1-forge-1.20.1.jar
30 Apr 2026
the_backwoods-1.5.1-neoforge-1.21.8.jar
29 Apr 2026
the_backwoods-1.5.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
29 Apr 2026
the_backwoods-1.4.0-neoforge-1.21.1.jar
13 Apr 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.