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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Better World Loading

Adds more info to the world loading screen

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Quick answer

Which Better World Loading release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file 1.0-forge
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

Better World Loading 1.0-forge targets 1.20.1 with Forge. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Better World Loading 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 Better World Loading 1.0-forge need?

1.0-forge. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install MidnightLib first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

MidnightLib Needed by Better World Loading 1.0-forge
required
Matching file found Matched file: 1.9.2+1.20.1-forge

We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Better World Loading without breaking your instance.

Built for Better World Loading 1.0-forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.0-forge. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install MidnightLib first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

  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 1.0-forge. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Better World Loading add?

Better World Loading

Enhance your Minecraft world loading screen with a sleek progress bar, detailed chunk generation stats, and optional sound feedback!

Features

📊 Modern Progress Display

  • Replaces the default chunk map with a clean progress bar
  • Shows exact chunk count (e.g., "125/256 chunks")
  • Configurable through MidnightLib

🔍 Detailed Chunk Information (Optional)

  • Toggleable detailed chunk status breakdown:
    • Shows count of chunks in each generation phase
    • Color-coded for easy reading
    • Includes: Empty, Structure Starts, Biomes, Features, Light, Full, etc.

🔊 Progress Sounds (Optional)

  • Gentle "hat" note sound plays as generation progresses

Configuration

Features can be toggled via MidnightLib:

  • Show/hide detailed chunk info
  • Toggle progress sounds

Why Choose This Mod?

  • Cleaner visual feedback during world generation
  • Actually useful information about what's loading
  • Lightweight - won't impact loading performance
  • Fully customizable to your preferences

Perfect for speedrunners, technical players, or anyone who wants better feedback during world loading!

Contact me on Discord @h1ggsk if you need help with any part of the mod!

Requirements

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Project description from Modrinth.

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Better World Loading by Minecraft version and loader

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5 available setups

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Recent files

Better World Loading versions and loaders

8 of 8 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.