How to install "Hope and despair"

Install Hope and despair in GDLauncher

Hope and despair 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 Hope and despair supports (1.20.1 are common choices).
3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
4. Paste the Quick Install ID #hope-and-despair, find Hope and despair 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 Hope and despair supports. As of the latest release, 1.20.1 are supported. Hope and despair 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 Hope and despair free?

Yes. Hope and despair is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Hope and despair support?

Hope and despair supports Minecraft 1.20.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Hope and despair require Forge or Fabric?

Hope and despair requires Forge. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically when you create an instance.

How do I install Hope and despair?

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

Who made Hope and despair?

Hope and despair is made by Lithum-12. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/modpack/hope-and-despair).

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