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Controllable
Play Minecraft Java Edition with a Controller / Gamepad
Quick answer
Which Controllable release matches 1.20.1 Forge?
Controllable 0.21.9 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server. All 1 required mods have matching files.
Where it goes
Is Controllable required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Controllable 0.21.9 need?
Controllable 0.21.9 on 1.20.1 Forge. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
Install Framework first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.
1 extra mod was pulled in by another dependency. 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 Controllable without breaking your instance.
Built for Controllable 0.21.9 on 1.20.1 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Controllable 0.21.9. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
Install Framework first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup. 1 comes through another mod in the chain.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether it belongs on the client. The project page does not say whether it belongs on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Controllable 0.21.9. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Controllable add?


📖 About
Minecraft: Java Edition has long been missing native controller support. Controllable aims to let players enjoy Java Edition without the limitation of a keyboard and mouse. Start playing Java Edition with full gamepad functionality, letting you play with Xbox, PlayStation, or other controllers in an experience comparable to Bedrock Edition. Controllable includes a range controller-specific features and enhancements to ensure you have seamless controller experience.
See the Controllable documentation for help with connecting your controller and diagnosing issues.
✅ Features
- Lots of Settings - Adjust button mappings, sensistivity, and the plethora of options Controllable offers to fit your exact play style.
- Analong Movement - Move freely in 360 degrees, just like you would experience in other games with gamepad support.
- Context-Based Hints - On-screen button hints will appear and change depending on your current scenario.
- Radial Wheel Menu - Customize and assign game actions to a radial wheel, giving a single button on your controller access to many actions.
- Accessibility-Friendly - Offers an alternative input method for players who experience difficulty using a keyboard and mouse. Controllable also offers the ability to select two or more controllers in-game that merge into a single unified controller, giving you the options to create a more comfortable playing experience.
- Mod Combatibility - Functions with the majority of mods out of the box with minimal issues.
- Multi-Instance Support - Launch Minecraft: Java Edition as many times as you want, just select a different controller for each instance.
- Tried-and-Tested - Powered by SDL2, a cross-platform library used in many well-known games.
⚠️ Important Notes
Analong Movement is disabled when playing on remote servers (e.g. Hypixel) due to anti-cheat plugins. You can override this setting by changing Analog Movement from "Local Only" to "Always", however be warned that Controllable is not resposible if you get banned on any server.
If you are running a multi-instance of Minecraft: Java Edition and want to play on a server/LAN, each instance needs to be signed into a different Microsoft account. It is recommended to create custom installations in the launcher where the game directory is pointing to a unique location for each instance, otherwise you will share the same game settings and will not be able to customise button mappings, etc.
Some features are not available on older versions of Controllable. It is recommended to use the newest versions of Controllable and play on the latest version of Minecraft for the best experience. Older versions of Controllable may also be buggy and won't be fixed. MrCrayfish is currently supporting Minecraft 1.20.1 and above.
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Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Controllable by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.2
2 loader builds26.1.2
2 loader builds26.1.1
2 loader builds26.1
2 loader builds1.21.11
2 loader builds1.21.10
2 loader builds1.21.9
2 loader builds1.21.8
2 loader builds1.21.7
2 loader builds1.21.6
2 loader builds1.21.5
2 loader builds1.21.4
2 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 15 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Controllable versions and loaders
Controllable 0.21.9
controllable-forge-1.20.1-0.21.9.jar
18 Apr 2026
Controllable 0.21.8
controllable-forge-1.20.1-0.21.8.jar
3 Jan 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.

