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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Idle Boost

This mod optimizes performance when Minecraft is running in the background.

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Quick answer

Which Idle Boost release matches 1.20.1 Forge?

Updated 1 year ago
Best match for your filters 1.2.0+1.20.1
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

Idle Boost 1.2.0+1.20.1 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Idle Boost required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

Client Required
Dedicated server Not supported
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

This file is marked client-only.

What else does Idle Boost 1.2.0+1.20.1 need?

1.2.0+1.20.1 on 1.20.1 Forge. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.

No extra mods listed for this file

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 Idle Boost without breaking your instance.

Built for Idle Boost 1.2.0+1.20.1 on 1.20.1 Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.2.0+1.20.1. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 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.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.2.0+1.20.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Idle Boost add?

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Idle Boost was created by Kyronis. This mod reduces FPS and render distance when Minecraft is running in the background.

There are some advantages this mod has over other similar mods:

  • ⚙️ Easy to configure via a custom options menu
  • 🔁 Works on Fabric and NeoForge
  • 🧩 No dependencies required
  • 📦 Small and lightweight, with a file size of 24KB/25KB
  • 🔓 Open Source

📌🌍 Latest Versions & Supported Languages

A full and always up-to-date version and language list is now available here on the official website.

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Project description from Modrinth.

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