Install EMC Essentials in GDLauncher
EMC Essentials runs on Forge. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.
Install on Forge
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Forge loader and a Minecraft version that EMC Essentials supports (1.20.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#emc-essentials, find EMC Essentials in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Before you install
Make sure your Minecraft version matches what EMC Essentials supports. As of the latest release, 1.20.1 are supported. EMC Essentials 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 EMC Essentials free?
Yes. EMC Essentials is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does EMC Essentials support?
EMC Essentials supports Minecraft 1.20.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does EMC Essentials require Forge or Fabric?
EMC Essentials requires Forge. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically when you create an instance.
How do I install EMC Essentials?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #emc-essentials. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made EMC Essentials?
EMC Essentials is made by nimaid. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/modpack/emc-essentials).
Need help?
Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.