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How to install "Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon)"

The Pixelmon Realms Better modpack. Filled with Performance Mods! Ultimate Minecraft Pokemon Modpack!

Author

pixelmonrealms

Downloads

130.4K

Last Updated

Mar 12, 2025

Mod Loaders

Forge

Minecraft Versions

1.16.5
Vanilla+ Exploration Multiplayer Adventure and RPG

Quick Install ID

#pixelmon-optimized

Install Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) in GDLauncher

Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) runs on Forge. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.

Install on Forge

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the Forge loader and a Minecraft version that Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) supports (1.16.5 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #pixelmon-optimized, find Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

Before you install

Make sure your Minecraft version matches what Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) supports. As of the latest release, 1.16.5 are supported. Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) only runs on Forge; mods built for other loaders won't work. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) free?

Yes. Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) support?

Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) supports Minecraft 1.16.5. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) require Forge or Fabric?

Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) requires Forge. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically when you create an instance.

How do I install Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon)?

Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #pixelmon-optimized. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.

Who made Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon)?

Better Pixelmon Realms (Pokemon) is made by pixelmonrealms. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/modpacks/pixelmon-optimized).

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