
Modular Backpacks
Adds Backpacks and Modules that can be slotted in them for different functionality.
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About this Mod



Modular backpacks focuses entirely on one backpack and making that the best it can be.
Instead of direct upgrades, backpacks use a swappable module system that lets you build your own backpack tailored to your playstyle.
Enchantments can even change how your backpack functions entirely.
This mod is primarily designed to be an in-depth and (somewhat) balanced alternative to other backpack mods, with some more Vanilla-esque design mannerisms.
Features
Backpack
- Backpack with 9 slots of storage and 4 module slots
- Each module slotted shows visually on your backpack for you and others
- Dye and Trim support for backpacks
- Backpack dye color changes the color of its GUI
- Elytras, Create Goggles, Create Backtanks, Spyglasses, and Jukeboxes are supported in module slots
8 different modules
Pouch - standard storage module
Farming Pot - allows for portable crop growth
Quiver - stores arrows and imbues them with the effects of inserted suspicious stew
Buckler - provides armor to make up for the lack of a chestplate
Sack - can store one type of item in bulk
Cooking Pot - smelts items very slowly but at no fuel cost
Echo Pouch - module equivalent of an ender chest (can hold shulker boxes, unlike other modules)
Climbing Gear - allows you to climb on and jump off of walls
(most modules have at least 1 upgrade)
4 Backpack Enchantments
- Linking - worn backpack stays on death (treasure loot found in Ancient and End Cities)
- Back Protection - significantly reduces damage from behind
- Rationing - extra hunger you don't have room for is stored and fed back to you when out of combat
- Packing - your base backpack inventory now works like a very large bundle
Mod Integration
Curios
Farmers Delight (and various Farmers Delight addons)
Neapolitan
Serene Seasons
JEI
Create
Immersive Overlays
Spyglass Improvements
Various modded trim materials are partially supported
Various modded elytras are partially supported
Modded trim textures can be added with Resource Packs
Farming Pot recipes (including what seasons crops can be grown in) can be entirely changed or even added (for unsupported mods) with data packs
Config exists for storage sizes, changing functionality, and disabling modules/enchantments entirely
-Language Credits-
Simplified Chinese - spake32
Canadian French - BearPolice
Brazilian Portugese - ShadyGlasses
Portugal Portugese - WereBlount
Spain Spanish - Adrix
Chilean Spanish - HoneyVee
Russia Russian - PonPonchik
Arabic - sh3fan
-Trailer Help-
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Pyrodisc
This mod was partially inspired by my personal favorite backpack mod, Beans Backpacks
Join the mod Discord to report issues, suggest new features, or ask questions.
Available Versions
How to Install Modular Backpacks on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Modular Backpacks". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Modular Backpacks server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Modular Backpacks compatible with forge?
Modular Backpacks officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Modular Backpacks – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Modular Backpacks consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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