Hardly Optimized
Hardly Optimized improves your game’s performance using essential optimization mods. These mods are carefully chosen to be safe for your worlds while delivering smoother gameplay and better FPS on most devices.
About this Modpack
By using this modpack, you agree to the following disclaimers.
Performance
Hardly Optimized improves your game’s performance using essential optimization mods. These mods are carefully chosen to be safe for your worlds while delivering smoother gameplay and better FPS on most devices.
Lightweight Optimization
This modpack focuses only on the basics—no extra features or unnecessary additions. It provides a simple and clean experience aimed purely at improving performance.
Familiar Experience
Hardly Optimized keeps the original Minecraft feel intact. You can enjoy the game just as you remember it, without major changes to gameplay or visuals.
Works Everywhere
Since there are no content mods included, you can use this pack on any world or server that supports vanilla clients.
Easy to Update
The modpack is easy to maintain and update, with minimal impact on your existing settings whenever possible.
Built on Fabric
Hardly Optimized uses the Fabric mod loader, known for being lightweight, fast, and widely supported.
Simple and Clean
Designed for players who just want better performance without extra complexity.
Available Versions
How to Set Up a Hardly Optimized Server
Order Server
Choose at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for Hardly Optimized). Based on player count: per 8 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "Hardly Optimized" and click "Install". The fabric loader and Minecraft 1.21.11 are configured automatically.
Start Server & Play
Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!
Frequently Asked Questions
Hardly Optimized server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong fabric loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 6 GB. For "Mixin" or "ClassNotFoundException" errors: modpack version and loader don't match. With Mado Hosting, loader and Minecraft version are auto-configured on modpack install – preventing most startup issues.
How much RAM does a Hardly Optimized server really need?
Minimum 4 GB, recommended 6 GB for stable performance. per 8 players. Important: Minecraft modpacks need more RAM than vanilla – plan extra per additional player. With Mado Hosting, you can scale RAM up live at any time without data loss (from €8/month).
Can I add custom mods to Hardly Optimized without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (fabric) and same Minecraft version (1.21.11). Common issues: ID conflicts with recipe mods and incompatible coremod versions. The Mado dashboard mod browser only shows compatible mods and warns about known conflicts.
Hardly Optimized server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 6 GB+. 2) Reduce server view-distance to 8 (server.properties). 3) Pre-generate chunks with the "Chunky" plugin. 4) Use /spark profiler to check which mods consume the most tick time. With Mado Hosting, all servers run on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores – eliminating hardware as a bottleneck.
Rent Hardly Optimized Server
Start your own server with automatic modpack installation.
Supported Versions
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