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Geckos

Adds adorable, tamable geckos that follow you and sit on your shoulder or head.

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Quick answer

Which Geckos release should I use?

Updated 28 days ago
Latest stable file geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Geckos required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

What else does geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar need?

geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 4 come through another mod in the chain.

4 listed on this file 4 pulled in by those mods
First-person Model Optional for geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar
optional
Matching file found Matched file: 2.7.2-1.20.1 - Forge
Geckos Needed by Structures – Structures & Exploration
pulled in
Matching file found Matched file: geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar
Not Enough Animations Needed by First-person Model
pulled in
Matching file found Matched file: 1.12.6-1.20.1 - Forge

4 extra mods were pulled in by other dependencies. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Geckos without breaking your instance.

Built for geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Cloth Config API (Fabric/Forge/NeoForge) first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 4 come through another mod in the chain.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside geckos-0.1.7+1.20.1.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Geckos add?

Geckos

Issue Tracker Website Forge NeoForge

🗨️ About

Geckos is a mod that adds adorable and detailed geckos to your world, bringing a small but immersive companion experience. They can be found in common biomes such as Forest, Plains, Savanna, and Desert, each with its own unique variation.

🦎 Taming

You can tame geckos using a dead fly obtained by killing a fly.

🌙 Behavior

Geckos sleep during the night and regenerate health while resting. You can also make your gecko sleep by clicking on it.

🐾 Companion Feature

You can pick up your Gecko onto your shoulder or head by looking at it and pressing the assigned key. Geckos may also climb onto you on their own.

For a better first-person experience, it is recommended to use the First-Person Model mod.

📜 Gecko HUD

When looking at your Gecko, a panel will appear, allowing you to move your Gecko between your shoulder and head.

You can adjust the position of this screen if you wish.

Geckos

Issue Tracker Website Forge NeoForge

🗨️ About

Geckos is a mod that adds adorable and detailed geckos to your world, bringing a small but immersive companion experience. They can be found in common biomes such as Forest, Plains, Savanna, and Desert, each with its own unique variation.

🦎 Taming

You can tame geckos using a dead fly obtained by killing a fly.

🌙 Behavior

Geckos sleep during the night and regenerate health while resting. You can also make your gecko sleep by clicking on it.

🐾 Companion Feature

You can pick up your Gecko onto your shoulder or head by looking at it and pressing the assigned key. Geckos may also climb onto you on their own.

For a better first-person experience, it is recommended to use the First-Person Model mod.

📜 Gecko HUD

When looking at your Gecko, a panel will appear, allowing you to move your Gecko between your shoulder and head.

You can adjust the position of this screen if you wish.

Project description from CurseForge.

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Geckos by Minecraft version and loader

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3 available setups

Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.

Recent files

Geckos versions and loaders

21 of 21 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.