
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Moderner Beta
Old (and not so old) world generation for modern Minecraft!
Quick answer
Which Moderner Beta release should I use?
Moderner Beta 4.1.10+26.1-neoforge targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Moderner Beta required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Moderner Beta 4.1.10+26.1-neoforge need?
4.1.10+26.1-neoforge. 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 Moderner Beta without breaking your instance.
Built for Moderner Beta 4.1.10+26.1-neoforge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 4.1.10+26.1-neoforge. It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 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
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 4.1.10+26.1-neoforge. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Moderner Beta add?
Welcome to Moderner Beta! This is a fork of b3spectacled's Modern Beta that started out as a pull request but due to the original creator's inactivity has been published as a fork. Alongside all of the world generation options from Modern Beta, this fork adds in world generators from Beta 1.8 all the way up to Release 1.17 which are highly customisable with plenty of configuration options. The goal of this fork now is to pick Modern Beta's development back up and add in extra features.
Notice
Moderner Beta 5.0.0 is currently in alpha. There may be bugs and issues, and can be prone to breaking with future releases.
4.1.x will continue to be supported until 5.0.0 exits development. Development may take quite some time. If you could help, then please
consider applying as a developer here.
How to Report Issues
Please use the issue tracker linked at the top of the page if you are experiencing bugs, crashes, or other issues.
Nostalgica Reverie
Consider joining the Nostalgica Reverie Discord for sneak peeks and updates on development! By joining, you can:
- Get installation help and technical support for alot of nostalgic projects
- Get the latest updates about development
- Talk with and collaborate with our team
- And just hang out with the rest of our community!
Features
Moderner Beta has a quite extensive feature-set and many benefits over the original Modern Beta mod!
What Modern Beta offered:
- World generation for various old versions of Minecraft ranging from Classic 0.30 to Beta 1.7.3
- A range of custom options to modify terrain shape and biome distribution
What Moderner Beta offers:
- Support for NeoForge and Forge in addition to Fabric
- Graphical settings menu for simple options
- World generation from Beta 1.8 all the way up to Release 1.17.1 with accurate biome distribution
- Additional world generation from Infdev 20100325, Classic 0.0.14a_08 and Beta 1.1
- Re-introduced noise caves and surface rules
- Extremely customizable biome fractal layer pipeline for Beta 1.8+ versions
- A modular approach to configuration that gives greater control to addons
Documentation
To learn about all of Moderner Beta's configuration options as well as find some answers to some frequently asked questions, go to the official wiki at https://moderner.nostalgica.net/docs.
Additional add-ons
For the authentic early release look, use a resource pack like PACP to add the programmer art style to newer content and use Sodium Extra to thicken the fog by turning down the fog start multiplier to 25% (or 75% if a 1.7-1.17 look is desired).
For a beta-style look, use a resource pack like Golden Days and use Nostalgic Tweaks to further restore old mechanics and visuals.
Credits
Thanks to icanttellyou for porting the mod to various platforms.The Nintendo Switch Edition decompilation project has been referenced to implement accurate LCE terrain generation.
In addition see Modern Beta credits here.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Moderner Beta by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1.2
3 loader builds26.1.1
3 loader builds26.1
3 loader builds1.21.11
3 loader builds1.21.10
3 loader builds1.21.9
3 loader builds1.21.8
3 loader builds1.21.7
3 loader builds1.21.6
3 loader builds1.21.1
3 loader builds1.21
3 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 14 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
Moderner Beta versions and loaders
5.0.0-alpha.3+26.2-neoforge
moderner-beta-neoforge-5.0.0-alpha.3+26.2.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+26.2-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-5.0.0-alpha.3+26.2.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+26.1-neoforge
moderner-beta-neoforge-5.0.0-alpha.3+26.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+26.1-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-5.0.0-alpha.3+26.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+1.21.1-neoforge
moderner-beta-neoforge-5.0.0-alpha.3+1.21.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+1.21.1-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-5.0.0-alpha.3+1.21.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+1.20.1-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-5.0.0-alpha.3+1.20.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
5.0.0-alpha.3+1.20.1-forge
moderner-beta-forge-5.0.0-alpha.3+1.20.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
4.1.10+26.1-neoforge
moderner-beta-neoforge-4.1.10+26.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
4.1.10+26.1-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-4.1.10+26.1.jar
7 Aug 2026
4.1.10+1.21.11-neoforge
moderner-beta-neoforge-4.1.10+1.21.11.jar
7 Aug 2026
4.1.10+1.21.11-fabric
moderner-beta-fabric-4.1.10+1.21.11.jar
7 Aug 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.