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How to install "Ore Excavation"

A lightweight veinminer alternative

Author

Funwayguy, darkosto

Downloads

105.2M

Last Updated

Jul 12, 2025

Mod Loaders

NeoForge Forge

Minecraft Versions

1.21.5 1.20.6 1.19.4 1.18.2 1.17.1 1.16.5
Ores and Resources Armor, Tools, and Weapons

Quick Install ID

#ore-excavation

Install Ore Excavation in GDLauncher

Ore Excavation runs on NeoForge, Forge. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.

Install on NeoForge

  1. Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
  2. Pick the NeoForge loader and a Minecraft version that Ore Excavation supports (1.21.5, 1.20.6, 1.19.4 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #ore-excavation, find Ore Excavation in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically.
  5. Hit Play. That's it.

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 Ore Excavation supports (1.21.5, 1.20.6, 1.19.4 are common choices).
  3. Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
  4. Paste the Quick Install ID #ore-excavation, find Ore Excavation 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 Ore Excavation supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.5, 1.20.6, 1.19.4 are supported. Ore Excavation supports multiple loaders (NeoForge, Forge); 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 Ore Excavation free?

Yes. Ore Excavation is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Ore Excavation support?

Ore Excavation supports Minecraft 1.21.5, 1.20.6, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, 1.17.1, 1.16.5. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Ore Excavation require Forge or Fabric?

Ore Excavation supports NeoForge, Forge. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.

How do I install Ore Excavation?

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

Who made Ore Excavation?

Ore Excavation is made by Funwayguy, darkosto. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/ore-excavation).

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