CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Pixelmon
Explore, the world of Minecraft in a whole new way. Capture, train and battle your team and become the very best Pokemon Trainer!
Quick answer
Which Pixelmon release should I use?
Pixelmon 9.3.16 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 Pixelmon 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 Pixelmon 9.3.16 need?
Pixelmon 9.3.16. 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 Pixelmon without breaking your instance.
Built for Pixelmon 9.3.16. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Pixelmon 9.3.16. 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 Pixelmon 9.3.16. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Pixelmon add?
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Pixelmon Mod
Click me for The Pixelmon Modpack on Curse, for a recommended setup.
Embark on the Ultimate Pokémon Adventure in Minecraft!
Enjoy the Number 1 Pokémon in Minecraft experience like never before! For over a decade, Pixelmon has redefined what it means to "Gotta Catch 'Em All" in Minecraft, and we’re just getting started.
With relentless dedication to the player experience, we’re constantly expanding your journey with new features, jaw-dropping structures, and thrilling adventures created by our dedicated and talented team.
Step Into the World of Pixelmon
The Official Pixelmon Modpack is your gateway to the most authentic Pokémon experience in Minecraft, featuring:
- Every Pokémon up to Generation 9, meticulously crafted with handmade models & smooth animations by our elite artists!
- 1,000+ Pokémon to collect, train, and battle with friends, build your dream team and prove your mastery!
- A living, breathing world with dozens of custom structures, from sprawling towns offering opportunities to challenge powerful Gym Leaders, epic Dynamax Dens, and many more exciting experiences to encounter!
- Fully optimized for Minecraft 1.21, blending Pixelmon’s magic with the expansive Caves & Cliffs terrain, every biome holding a new discovery!
Every Generation & More
Play with every single Pokémon from Generations 1 through 9, recreated with handcrafted models and smooth animations. All our assets are made by our fantastic team of artists, capturing every detail.
From the nostalgic charm of Kanto to the vibrant energy of Paldea, this is the world of Pokémon in open-world gameplay. Whether you're battling, exploring, or just admiring your favorites, experience the magic of Pokémon in Minecraft: lovingly crafted, beautifully animated, and ready for your newest adventure.
Encounter rare Pokémon with unique appearances. These Pixelmon-exclusive forms, such as the seasonal Summer, Halloween, Christmas or Valentine-themed Pokémon, and others like the Ashen, Strike & Spirit Pokémon can be found all over the world.
Can you catch 'em all?
Towns, Gyms & Trainer Facilities
Visit functional Poké Centers to heal your team, stock-up at Poké Marts, and explore villages for resources and trading. Lovingly built by our team artists, enter type-inspired towns, such as the Grass Gym Town, to collect rewards.
Take on intense Gym Battles in themed arenas that test your skills, strategy, and team building. Adventure into the wilds to encounter legendary Pokémon shrines, ancient ruins and treasure-filled grottos. It’s everything you love about Pokémon, reimagined in a blocky, endless world where you make the journey your own.
Research, Breeding & Progression
Become the ultimate Pokémon Trainer by completing your regional and themed Pokédex, documenting every species and its variants!
Visit towns and assist Professor Wisteria with research quests inspired by Pokémon GO. Complete tasks, uncover mysteries, and earn special rewards by exploring and tracking down rare Pokémon. Want to build the perfect team? Drop your Pokémon off at the Daycare to hatch powerful new partners through breeding, unlocking unique moves and ideal stats.
Whether you're a collector, battler, or strategist, our Pixelmon features are designed to keep you engaged, progressing, and discovering more.
Train, Battle & Become a Pixelmon Master
Experience the ultimate in Pokémon combat with Mega Evolutions, Z-Moves, Dynamaxing, Horde Battles, Raid Dens and more!
Trigger Mega Evolutions to unlock fierce new forms, unleash Z-Moves with perfect timing, or go gigantic with Dynamaxing to shake the field with massive power. Face off against swarms in intense Horde Battles or challenging bosses in Raid Dens, testing your tactics and team skills.
From single duels to chaotic group clashes, embrace the thrill of Pixelmon battling where we recreate beloved Pokémon battle mechanics!
Play Your Way
Limitless adventures await! Will you conquer every Gym and collect their badges? Dominate Dynamax battles? Raise your team from an egg with Daycare? Or simply wander the wilds, filling your Pokédex with rare and powerful friends and favourites? The choice is yours!
Download the Official Pixelmon Modpack today and become the very best, like no-one ever was!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Pixelmon by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.2
2 loader builds1.20.1
1 loader build1.16.5
1 loader build1.12.2
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Pixelmon versions and loaders
Pixelmon 9.3.16
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.16-universal.jar
5 May 2026
Pixelmon 9.3.15
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.15-universal.jar
18 Apr 2026
Pixelmon 9.3.14
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.14-universal.jar
13 Jan 2026
Pixelmon 9.3.13
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.13-universal.jar
19 Dec 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.12
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.12-universal.jar
12 Dec 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.11
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.11-universal.jar
9 Dec 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.10
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.10-universal.jar
22 Nov 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.9
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.9-universal.jar
23 Sept 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.8
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.8-universal.jar
22 Aug 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.7
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.7-universal.jar
12 Aug 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.6
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.6-universal.jar
15 Jul 2025
Pixelmon 9.3.5
Pixelmon-1.21.1-9.3.5-universal.jar
1 Jul 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.
