Forge Mods for Minecraft Java
Browse 508 free Forge mods for Minecraft Java — popular picks include lwjgl3ify colorful, Budding Polar, Modern Beta Forge Islands.
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lwjgl3ify colorful
Run Minecraft 1.12.2 using LWJGL3 and modern Java (17 and newer)
Budding Polar
Backports budding certus quartz feature from modern versions of Applied Energistics 2 to 1.7.10 and 1.12.2
Modern Beta Forge Islands
Adds island generation for Modern Beta Forge 1.12.2
Pala's Item Clear
Server-side item cleaner that removes dropped items on a timer with colored warnings, powerful filters, and a recovery bin to undo mistakes. A modern, configurable ClearLag alternative for Forge, Fabric, and NeoForge from Minecraft 1.20.1 to 26.2.
ETHEREAL BLASTERS [NEOFORGE 1.21.1!]
A mod that combines the power of magic into modernized forms of combat!
Modern structures x survivors arsenal (add-on)
This mod adds blocks from survival arsenal to modern structures.
Stupid Things: Even Stupider
A faithful port of the Stupid Things mod for modern versions!
NTI-Modern Impression-camping
Decorative items related to outdoor camping have been added. The items in this mod do not have specific functions and serve only as decorations
Bosscraft 2: Remake
Bosscraft 2: Remake is an unofficial project inspired by Sthullen's famous mod for older and outdated versions of Minecraft. This project takes the iconic mechanics of the classic mod and integrates them into modern versions of the game.
CTNH Bio
A mod for the compability between biomancy and Gregtech Modern

gtceu_extra
A GTCEu Modern addon with more Greg.
Flans Dayz Rebirth
Flans dayz mod rebirth is created for 1.7.10 with support for Flans mod 4.10.0 and its two packs: Modern weapon pack and simple parts pack.
Babel Core
A modern framework providing web-inspired UI systems, optimized data management, and professional utility hooks for SatDPhoe's mods.

Stuff To Mess With: Remodernized
A version of the first mod I ever made, remade for 1.20.1 and now on Modrinth! It includes a new magic system, powerful tools and armor, artifacts, and dangerous trials with unique rewards!
ChromaGadgets
Unique utility items for modern Minecraft
retroEMI Forge
Featureful and accessible modern item and recipe viewer with JEI/NEI compatibility
Retro Draconic
A Draconic Evolution addon for 1.21.1 NeoForge that brings back the classic 1.12.2 Fusion Crafting upgrade system. Disables the modern module UI and restores altar-based progression.
Gregic Tinkering
GregTech: Modern x Tinkers Construct 3: Tinkerable variants of crafting and power tools for GregTech
Morph (Reforged)
Morph lets players transform into mobs they defeat, but the original 1.7.10 release may crash or encounter compatibility issues with Angelica and other modern 1.7.10 performance mods.
Cauldron++
Cauldron++ is a mod which implements b1.9-pre2 brewing system back to modern Minecraft.
OpenWar-MWC
OpenWar - MWC is a modified version of ModernWarfare cubed with tons of new features and required to play on OpenWar - WWII server and modpack
apocolyptic weapons
adds weapons that are more modern fit for a zombie apocalypse so far it just adds spiked bat and normal bat and mutiple kinds of knifes.
Better Compass Azimut
🧭 Better Compass Better Compass is a lightweight and fully configurable Minecraft mod that adds a modern compass HUD at the top of the screen. It displays the cardinal directions (N • E • S • W) along with the exact facing angle in degrees
Jellies
Adds Jellies to TerraFirmaGreg-Modern
Mine & Blade: Battlegear 2 (Reforged)
A crash-fixed revival of Mine & Blade: Battlegear 2 for Minecraft 1.7.10, restoring compatibility with Angelica and modern performance mods so you can enjoy the classic mod in optimized modpacks.
CM:ME Additions
A GregTech ceu Modern Addon that adds more Material Flags
AeroBind
AeroBind is a modern control menu overhaul for Minecraft that introduces instant search, a visual keymap, and smart conflict resolution for a streamlined user experience.
Tacticool Equipment
A couple of 3D modeled weapons in a modern/near future/cyberpunk style. Custom movesets with Better Combat! Use it with TaCZ!!
GregTech: Nexus
Additions and QoL for GregTech Modern
BackportedCompletions
BackportedCompletions adds the 1.13+ suggestion box to Minecraft 1.8.9, enhancing chat with modern autocompletion for commands and player names.
BiaoHealthBarX
replaces Minecraft’s classic hearts with a clean, modern
SoundReload
A Forge client-side mod that fixes the old LWJGL OpenAL sound system version crash on modern hardware/systems.
Schematica-Plus
Enhanced Schematica mod for 1.7.10, contains modern functions from Litematica.
Spectacular Machines Addon
12 drivable modern military vehicles for SuperbWarfare — MBTs, IFVs, MRAPs and armored trucks with working turrets, RWS stations and true first-person driving.
Pixel MK Menu
A mod that changes the UI of the game to a more sleek and modern look
Modern Coloured Tooltips
Updated version of Coloured Tooltips