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VulkanMod
Vulkan renderer mod for Minecraft.
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Quick answer
Which VulkanMod release should I use?
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar targets 1.21.11 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 VulkanMod 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 VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar need?
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.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 VulkanMod without breaking your instance.
Built for VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar. It targets 1.21.11 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
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.
- 03
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 VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does VulkanMod add?
VukanMod
This is a Minecraft mod that replaces Minecraft's OpenGL renderer with an optimized renderer that uses Vulkan API.
Its main purpose is to increase performance.
Installation
Requirements
- A device (GPU) that supports Vulkan
- Fabric loader
Steps
- Fabric mod loader is needed.
- Move
VulkanMod.jartomodsfolder of your Minecraft Instance.
For further info check Github
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
VulkanMod by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.10
1 loader build1.21.9
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader build1.21.3
1 loader build1.21.2
1 loader build1.21.1
1 loader build1.21
1 loader build1.20.4
1 loader build1.20.3
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 13 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
VulkanMod versions and loaders
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.1.jar
4 Mar 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.6.1.jar
4 Mar 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.6.0.jar
4 Mar 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.6.0.jar
4 Mar 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.5.10.jar
3 Feb 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.5.10.jar
3 Feb 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.5.9.jar
3 Feb 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.5.9.jar
3 Feb 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.11-0.5.8.jar
16 Jan 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.5.8.jar
16 Jan 2026
VulkanMod_1.21.10-0.5.7.jar
30 Nov 2025
VulkanMod_1.21.5-0.5.6.jar
3 Jun 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.