Mods/1.8

This is a list and guide of how to install and use commonly used mods that can be used for 1.8 versions of Civ.

Modloader Installation

If not already downloaded, install Java version 8. Make sure and scroll down in the options and change "Java version" to "Java 8 (LTS)" and select the install method for your system (usually an .msi or .dmg).

Launcher Install (recommended)

Use Prism Launcher to install different versions of Minecraft and modpacks concurrently. When creating an instance, make sure to select 1.8.9 and also select Forge (or Liteloader) as the installer. For more information, click here.

When downloading mods, you can install them directly from Curseforge within Prism Launcher's client. See here for how to do so.

Manual install

Forge is the primary modloader available for this version. Install it here.

Liteloader can also optionally be installed for mods that don't require changing game mechanics. Install it here.

Mod List

Please note: this is not an exhaustive, nor approved list of mods; this is merely a list of mods that are widely used within Civ. Please make sure you comply with the server's rules before installing these mods, you are downloading and using these mods at your own risk.

If you're using a launcher system, you may be able to directly download these mods from the launcher itself. You can find all of these mods on Curseforge.

Building Mods

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
Schematica	Forge	Curseforge	Allows you to load schematics and display a client-side template.
WorldEdit	Forge	Curseforge	Multiple tools that help modify the world as a whole, for use on creative worlds.
WorldEditCUI	Liteloader	Curseforge	Client-side UI that allows you to visualize WorldEdit selections.

Bookkeeping

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
Ghostwriter	Forge	Github	Allows loading and saving Minecraft books, great for librarians on the server.

Botting

Remember to follow the botting rules of your server.

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
MacroMod	Liteloader	Litemod server	Write scripts using a complex in-game tool. (Note: no longer updated).

Chatting

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
Chat Bubbles	Liteloader	Curseforge	Adds chat bubbles to proximity chatters.
Skynet	Forge	Github	Shows messages of other users' join/leave.
TabbyChat2	Liteloader	Curseforge	Adds tabs to chat similar to AdvancedChat, requires MnmUtils

Civ-specific

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
CivRadar	Forge	Github	Adds radar, login and logout messages.

Cosmetic

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
Ears	Forge	Modrinth	Show ears, tails, wings, etc. that are stored on players' skins

HUD/PvP Mods

Remember to follow the legal PvP techniques on your server.

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
5zig Reborn	Forge	Github	Adds various useful HUD additions and cosmetic features, from and FPS counter to rich discord presence
BetterPvP	Forge	ChocolateMC	Shows potion effects, armor and tool durability and other additions making it easier to PVP
InventoryHUD+	Forge	CurseForge	Shows potion effects, armor and tool durability and other additions making it easier to PVP
MiniHUD	Forge/Liteloader	CurseForge	Shows in-game block data, most notably light level data (requires MaLiLib)

Mapping

Remember to turn off cavemode if you install a map mod. Most Civ servers do not allow cavemode to be used.

Voxelmap: Hit M or your specified full screen map key, and go to Options, then de-select cavemode.

JourneyMap: Hit J or your specified full screen map key, and go to Options, under Minimap Preset 1 there should be an option for Show Caves, de-select that option. Note: using the [ or ] keys can change between map modes in Journeymap, be cautious of switching to cavemode.

Xaero's Minimap: Hit Y or your specified settings keybind, and go to Block Map Settings, in this menu there is the cave mode option, click it a few times until it says Cave Mode: Off.

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
JourneyMap	Forge	Curseforge	Has a good looking interface, lots of customizable options. Support here
VoxelMap	Liteloader	Curseforge	Waypoint icons; world map can be zoomed out very far
Xaero's Minimap	Forge	Modrinth	Shows a minimap of the world, smoothest experience, but has relatively basic features
Xaero's Minimap (Fair Play)	Forge	Modrinth	Fair play version of the above, universally compliant with other servers.
Xaero's World Map	Forge	Modrinth	World map view in combination with Xaero's Minimap

Optimization/Performance

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
EntityCulling	Forge	Modrinth	Optimizes entity rendering by not loading any mobs not visible -- useful in large cities.
FPS Reducer	Forge	Modrinth	Reduces rendering load when Minecraft is not focused -- low impact in game, medium impact while in another window
Optifine	Forge	Optifine	Provides an FPS booster, HD texture and shader support.

Visual Enhancement/Replay

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
Gammabright	Liteloader	Curseforge	Turn brightness up to increase gamma.
ReplayMod	Forge	ReplayMod	Records game sessions and replay afterwards at any perspective.
Chunky	Standalone	Github	A rendering application that creates realistic images of Minecraft worlds

Miscellaneous

Mod name	Loader	Download	Description
In-Game Account Switcher	Forge	Modrinth	Allows you to switch accounts in the game, without having to restart Minecraft. (Please note, alts are no longer allowed on any Civ server.)
Just Enough Items	Forge	Modrinth	Shows items and recipes in a sidebar in inventory. (Does not show factory recipes.)