Install Dynamic Surroundings in GDLauncher
Dynamic Surroundings runs on Fabric, 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 Dynamic Surroundings supports (1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.17.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#dynamicsurroundingsfabric, find Dynamic Surroundings 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 Dynamic Surroundings supports (1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.17.1 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#dynamicsurroundingsfabric, find Dynamic Surroundings 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 Dynamic Surroundings supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.17.1 are supported. Dynamic Surroundings supports multiple loaders (Fabric, 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 Dynamic Surroundings free?
Yes. Dynamic Surroundings is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does Dynamic Surroundings support?
Dynamic Surroundings supports Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.17.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does Dynamic Surroundings require Forge or Fabric?
Dynamic Surroundings supports Fabric, NeoForge. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.
How do I install Dynamic Surroundings?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #dynamicsurroundingsfabric. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made Dynamic Surroundings?
Dynamic Surroundings is made by OreCruncher. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/mod/dynamicsurroundingsfabric).
Need help?
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