OptTux

Name: OptTux
Price: 8 EUR
Author: Minecodes

A modpack for older, lower-end, Wayland-using, and NVIDIA-based (Linux) PCs and laptops

by Minecodes

441 Downloads

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fabricMC 1.20.4lightweightmultiplayeroptimization

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About this Modpack

OptTux (Optimized + Tux) is a modpack specifically made for gamers who want to play with useful vanilla extending mods that work on vanilla servers, but also optimize for users on older or lower-end computers.

This project is a work in progress. I'm also working on optimizing it for Linux computers running Wayland, and NVIDIA-based (with proprietary drivers) Linux computers.

Currently, I only tested it on my Thinkpad T15 Gen 1 and Acer Chromebook 314 (running Arch Linux), but it should technically work on most of the computers.

Chromebook Tests

Available Versions

OptTux 1.0.0release

MC 1.20.4fabric441 downloads

March 15, 2024

How to Set Up a OptTux Server

Order Server

Choose at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for OptTux). Based on player count: per 8 players.

Install Modpack in Dashboard

Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "OptTux" and click "Install". The fabric loader and Minecraft 1.20.4 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

OptTux 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 OptTux 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 OptTux without conflicts?

Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (fabric) and same Minecraft version (1.20.4). 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.

OptTux 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.