Install Multiplayer Essential in GDLauncher
Multiplayer Essential runs on Fabric, Forge, Quilt. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.
Install on Fabric
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Fabric loader and a Minecraft version that Multiplayer Essential supports (1.21.1, 1.20.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#mpe, find Multiplayer Essential in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
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 Multiplayer Essential supports (1.21.1, 1.20.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#mpe, find Multiplayer Essential in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Install on Quilt
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Quilt loader and a Minecraft version that Multiplayer Essential supports (1.21.1, 1.20.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#mpe, find Multiplayer Essential 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 Multiplayer Essential supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.1, 1.20.1 are supported. Multiplayer Essential supports multiple loaders (Fabric, Forge, Quilt); pick whichever matches your other mods. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Multiplayer Essential free?
Yes. Multiplayer Essential is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does Multiplayer Essential support?
Multiplayer Essential supports Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.20.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does Multiplayer Essential require Forge or Fabric?
Multiplayer Essential supports Fabric, Forge, Quilt. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.
How do I install Multiplayer Essential?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #mpe. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made Multiplayer Essential?
Multiplayer Essential is made by speed_devil50. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/modpack/mpe).
Need help?
Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.