Simply Better

Name: Simply Better
Price: 8 EUR
Author: SwightsNotFound

A modpack that enhances performance, visuals, and quality of life without altering Minecraft’s core gameplay.

by SwightsNotFound

727 Downloads

0 Followers

fabricMC 1.21.8lightweightoptimization

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About this Modpack

A modpack thats designed to make Minecraft Simply Better.

The goal of Simply Better is to strike a balance between enhanced visuals and performance, all while adding a variety of quality-of-life features. If you're looking for a modpack that focuses purely on performance, consider installing Fabulously Optimized instead.

An example showcasing what the pack looks like at nighttime, including item animations, the hotbar, and a glimpse of the chat interface.
Example

Disclaimers/Notes

If you have 16GB of RAM or more, I recommend setting the Maximum memory allocation to at least 8GB.
This modpack is mainly made for me and some friends, so updates only happen when we need them. Nonetheless, you're welcome to use it, and I would appreciate it if you reported any issues you have to GitHub.
While you can use this modpack on online servers, it's not entirely made for that purpose. Some of the mods included (like Freecam for example) could get you flagged if used, but it's more likely they simply wouldn't work.
Make sure to tune the default keybinds and settings to your liking.

Available Versions

Simply Better 3.1.1release

MC 1.21.8fabric160 downloads

September 29, 2025

Simply Better 3.1.0release

MC 1.21.8fabric39 downloads

September 29, 2025

Simply Better 3.0.0release

MC 1.21.8fabric40 downloads

September 28, 2025

Simply Better 2.0.0release

MC 1.21.1fabric126 downloads

September 30, 2024

Simply Better-1.0.0release

MC 1.20.4fabric145 downloads

May 6, 2024

How to Set Up a Simply Better Server

Order Server

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

Install Modpack in Dashboard

Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "Simply Better" and click "Install". The fabric loader and Minecraft 1.21.8 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

Simply Better 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 Simply Better 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 Simply Better without conflicts?

Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (fabric) and same Minecraft version (1.21.8). 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.

Simply Better 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.