Install Variants&Ventures in GDLauncher
Variants&Ventures runs on Forge, NeoForge, Fabric, Quilt. 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 Variants&Ventures supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#variants-and-ventures, find Variants&Ventures in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Install on NeoForge
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the NeoForge loader and a Minecraft version that Variants&Ventures supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#variants-and-ventures, find Variants&Ventures in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
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 Variants&Ventures supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#variants-and-ventures, find Variants&Ventures 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 Variants&Ventures supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#variants-and-ventures, find Variants&Ventures 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 Variants&Ventures supports. As of the latest release, 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are supported. Variants&Ventures supports multiple loaders (Forge, NeoForge, Fabric, 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 Variants&Ventures free?
Yes. Variants&Ventures is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does Variants&Ventures support?
Variants&Ventures supports Minecraft 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does Variants&Ventures require Forge or Fabric?
Variants&Ventures supports Forge, NeoForge, Fabric, Quilt. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.
How do I install Variants&Ventures?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #variants-and-ventures. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made Variants&Ventures?
Variants&Ventures is made by Faboslav. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/variants-and-ventures).
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