
TOPS
TOPS (Tools of Power and Survival) is a Minecraft modpack that combines building, tech, and exploration, featuring popular mods like Create, AE2, Macaws, Mekanism, Mystical Agriculture, and more, while also providing performance optimizations.
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About this Modpack
Key Features:
-Building Excellence: T.O.P.S emphasizes creativity and building. The Create mod allows you to construct intricate contraptions and intricate machines. Design elaborate structures and automation systems to bring your Minecraft world to life.
-Tech Advancements: Dive into the realm of advanced technology with mods like Mekanism. Harness the power of machinery and automation to streamline resource gathering, processing, and crafting.
-Agricultural Mastery: Mystical Agriculture opens up a world of farming possibilities, allowing you to grow resources such as ores and materials. Boost your resource production and crafting capabilities.
-Exploration: With a variety of exploration-focused mods, T.O.P.S encourages you to venture into the unknown. Discover new biomes, dungeons, and dimensions to keep your Minecraft experience exciting.
-Performance Optimization: T.O.P.S is designed with all players in mind, including those with lower-end systems. It incorporates performance mods to ensure a smooth gameplay experience without sacrificing quality.
-Community-Tested: This modpack has been carefully curated and tested by the Minecraft community to ensure a balanced and enjoyable experience.
Whether you're a master builder, a tech wizard, or an intrepid explorer, T.O.P.S has something for everyone. Unleash your creativity, automate your world, and embark on epic adventures with this modpack. It's time to discover the Tools of Power and Survival in the Minecraft universe.
You will also need twilightforest-1.20.1-4.3.2508-universal.jar from Curseforge
Available Versions
How to Set Up a TOPS Server
Order Server
Choose at least 6 GB RAM (8 GB recommended for TOPS). Based on player count: per 5 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "TOPS" and click "Install". The forge loader and Minecraft 1.20.1 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
TOPS server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong forge loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 8 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 TOPS server really need?
Minimum 6 GB, recommended 8 GB for stable performance. per 5 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 €12/month).
Can I add custom mods to TOPS without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (forge) and same Minecraft version (1.20.1). 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.
TOPS server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 8 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 TOPS Server
Start your own server with automatic modpack installation.
Supported Versions
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