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Mojang’s EULA mods rules let you share Java mods but never sell them. Patreon and donations? Mojang’s documents don’t say, so we show what they do cover.

Minecraft’s SDL3 switch fixed old layout keybind bugs like MC-133407, but mods built on GLFW key codes still need 26.3 builds. Here’s how to check yours.

Mod mismatch kicks name the problem: a Fabric server says it requires Fabric API on your client, then lists up to four related mod IDs.

Client or server side? A Fabric mod set to “server” won’t load in singleplayer or LAN, per Fabric’s docs. Read any mod’s side before you install it.

Bedrock add-ons and Java mods never load in each other’s edition. On consoles, Microsoft documents one route for non-Marketplace packs: a Realm.

Minecraft Realms mods depend on edition: Mojang’s plan page lists Marketplace support as No for Java Realms and Yes for Bedrock. Here’s what each takes.

OptiFine 26.3 has no build yet, and its newest previews skip Forge. Here’s the dated status, the release-gap history, and the shader route listed for 26.3.

Forge 26.3 is out, but JEI’s Modrinth page still lists no Forge 26.3 build. Here’s how to check every mod on your list before you update.

Minecraft 1.22 never shipped. Mojang’s Mounts of Mayhem drop arrived as Java 1.21.11 on 9 Dec 2025, and the next Java line started at 26.1. Here’s why.

Minecraft 1.21 mods and 26.1: Mojang’s notes (24 March 2026) say game executables are no longer obfuscated. See what that changes for your modpack.