Install Better Combat in GDLauncher
Better Combat runs on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. 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 Better Combat supports (1.21.11, 1.20.4, 1.19.4 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#better-combat, find Better Combat 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 Better Combat supports (1.21.11, 1.20.4, 1.19.4 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#better-combat, find Better Combat 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 Better Combat supports (1.21.11, 1.20.4, 1.19.4 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#better-combat, find Better Combat 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 Better Combat supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.11, 1.20.4, 1.19.4 are supported. Better Combat supports multiple loaders (Fabric, Forge, NeoForge); 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 Better Combat free?
Yes. Better Combat is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does Better Combat support?
Better Combat supports Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.20.4, 1.19.4, 1.18.2. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does Better Combat require Forge or Fabric?
Better Combat supports Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.
How do I install Better Combat?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #better-combat. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made Better Combat?
Better Combat is made by ZsoltMolnarrr. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/mod/better-combat).
Need help?
Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.