CurseForge · Minecraft mod
GeckoLib
A 3D animation library for entities, blocks, items, armor, and more!
Quick answer
Which GeckoLib release matches 26.1 Fabric?
GeckoLib Fabric 5.5 targets 26.1 with Fabric. 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. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is GeckoLib 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 GeckoLib Fabric 5.5 need?
Fabric 5.5 on 26.1 Fabric. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
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 GeckoLib without breaking your instance.
Built for GeckoLib Fabric 5.5 on 26.1 Fabric. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Fabric 5.5. It targets 26.1 with Fabric; 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 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 Fabric 5.5. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does GeckoLib add?
GeckoLib is an animation and rendering engine for Minecraft Mods, with support for complex 3D keyframe-based animations, 30+ easings, concurrent animation support, sound and particle keyframes, event keyframes, and more. Available for Forge, Fabric, and NeoForge
You can view installation instructions for modders here.
For non-modders, just download the mod and put it in your mods folder like normal.
GeckoLib provides detailed documentation in the form of a wiki. We spent many hours writing the wiki, so please read it!
If you have questions or need help getting up and running with questions, join our discord!
Pull requests are welcome. For significant changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.
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Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
GeckoLib by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1.2
3 loader builds26.1
2 loader builds1.21.11
3 loader builds1.21.10
3 loader builds1.21.8
3 loader builds1.21.7
3 loader builds1.21.6
3 loader builds1.21.1
3 loader builds1.20.1
2 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
GeckoLib versions and loaders
Fabric 5.5
geckolib-fabric-26.1-5.5.jar
24 Mar 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.