Better MC Mods List - All 393 Mods
Mod Count by Category
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Utility & QoL | 117 |
| Cosmetic | 87 |
| API & Library | 75 |
| World Generation | 69 |
| Adventure & RPG | 64 |
| Structures | 57 |
| Server Utility | 50 |
| Mobs | 42 |
| Map & Information | 33 |
| Biomes | 31 |
| Armor, Tools & Weapons | 28 |
| Bug Fixes | 26 |
| Performance | 25 |
| Dimensions | 13 |
| Farming | 12 |
| Food | 11 |
| Storage | 11 |
| Magic | 7 |
| Technology | 5 |
| Total | 393 |
Key Mods Spotlight
World Generation & Biomes
| Mod | Description |
|---|---|
| Terralith | Overhauls overworld terrain generation with 85+ new biomes |
| Biomes O' Plenty | Adds 75+ new biomes to the Overworld and Nether |
| YUNG's Better Dungeons | Completely redesigned vanilla dungeons with new layouts and loot |
| YUNG's Better Mineshafts | Overhauled mineshafts with new layouts and biome variants |
| YUNG's Better Strongholds | Redesigned strongholds that are larger and more complex |
| YUNG's Better Ocean Monuments | Improved ocean monuments with new rooms and challenges |
| When Dungeons Arise | Adds massive structures like castles, temples, and towers to the world |
Dimensions
| Mod | Description |
|---|---|
| The Aether | Classic sky dimension with 3 dungeons and bosses to defeat |
| Twilight Forest | Forest dimension with 8+ bosses in forced progression |
| Blue Skies | Two sub-dimensions: Everbright (eternal day) and Everdawn (eternal dusk) |
| Deeper and Darker | Expands the Deep Dark into its own full dimension |
| BetterEnd | Overhauls the End with new biomes, structures, and items |
| BetterNether | Overhauls the Nether with new biomes, mobs, and materials |
Mobs & Bosses
| Mod | Description |
|---|---|
| Alex's Mobs | Adds 85+ new creatures to the world, from real animals to fantasy beasts |
| Mowzie's Mobs | Powerful animated bosses including the Ferrous Wroughtnaut, Frostmaw, and Barako |
| Cataclysm | Epic bosses with unique arenas, mechanics, and powerful drops |
Combat & Equipment
| Mod | Description |
|---|---|
| Simply Swords | 20+ new weapon types including katanas, greatswords, glaives, and more |
| Advanced Netherite | Extended Netherite upgrade tiers for stronger gear |
| Iron's Spells 'n Spellbooks | Full magic system with spell casting, scrolls, and spellbooks |
Quality of Life
| Mod | Description |
|---|---|
| Waystones | Teleportation waypoints found in villages and throughout the world |
| Xaero's Minimap + World Map | Full mapping system with minimap, world map, and waypoints |
| JEI (Just Enough Items) | Recipe lookup for any item in the game (press R on any item) |
| Backpacked | Wearable backpacks for extra inventory space on the go |
| Farmer's Delight | Cooking and farming expansion with new foods, crops, and recipes |
Mod Categories Explained
Utility & QoL (117): Mods that improve the user interface, inventory management, and general gameplay convenience.
Cosmetic (87): Visual enhancements, particle effects, and aesthetic improvements that make the game look better.
API & Library (75): Technical dependencies required by other mods. These don't affect gameplay directly but are needed for other mods to function.
World Generation (69): Mods that change terrain, add structures, and create new landscapes in existing dimensions.
Adventure & RPG (64): Mods that add quests, progression systems, loot, and RPG-style mechanics to the game.
Structures (57): Mods that generate new buildings, dungeons, villages, and points of interest throughout the world.
Server Utility (50): Mods that improve server performance, administration, and multiplayer functionality.
Mobs (42): Mods that add new creatures, animals, monsters, and bosses to the game.
Map & Information (33): Mapping tools, minimaps, HUD overlays, and information displays.
Biomes (31): Mods specifically focused on adding new biomes and enhancing existing biome variety.
Armor, Tools & Weapons (28): New equipment, weapon types, armor sets, and tool upgrades.
Bug Fixes (26): Mods that fix vanilla Minecraft bugs and improve game stability.
Performance (25): Optimization mods that improve FPS, reduce lag, and speed up chunk loading.
Dimensions (13): Mods that add entirely new dimensions or overhaul existing ones like the Nether and End.
Farming (12): New crops, farming mechanics, and agriculture-related content.
Food (11): New food items, cooking systems, and nutrition mechanics.
Storage (11): Expanded storage options including bags, crates, and improved chests.
Magic (7): Spellcasting systems, enchantments, and magical items.
Technology (5): Tech-themed mods with machines, automation, and redstone enhancements.
Full Mod List
The complete list of all 393 mods can be found on the CurseForge page for BMC4. The Relations tab on CurseForge shows every mod included in the pack with links to each mod's page.
Note that mod counts vary between versions. BMC5 (the latest for newer Minecraft versions) and BMC3 Fabric have different mod selections, so always check the specific version you're playing.