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Krypton

A mod to optimize the Minecraft networking stack

Fabric
Loaders
Fabric
Downloads on Modrinth
44.4M
Followers on Modrinth
5.8K
versions
23
Updated
September 30, 2026Sep 30
Published
in 2020

At a glance

Runs on Fabric
For Minecraft 1.16.2–1.17.1, 1.18.1–26.3
Works on either side — install it in the game, on the server, or both
Latest version — 0.3.2 from September 30, 2026
License LGPL-3.0-only — free
Where it's needed
In gameoptionalOn serveroptional

Works both in the game and on the server — install where you need it

Game versions1.16.2–1.17.1, 1.18.1–26.3

Warning

I do not provide any guarantees about Krypton's stability, compatibility with other mods, or support for every possible setup out there.

Support for this mod is provided on a "best-effort" basis.

I have held down a very demanding job since November 2021. I consider this mod to be effectively feature-stable and will generally only provide updates for new Minecraft versions on an as-needed basis, based on my personal availability.

Don't ask if you can adopt this mod. I've done this few times before. It has not gone well, so don't ask.

What's Krypton?

Krypton (from Ancient Greek kryptos, "the hidden one") is a Fabric mod that attempts to optimize the Minecraft networking stack. It derives from work done in the Velocity and Tuinity projects.

Krypton contains several optimizations, including:

  • Highly optimized Netty handlers derived from the Velocity proxy, which I am the developer of. These handlers have seen real-world usage and extensive profiling, and strategically deploy native code where it makes the most sense.
  • Flush consolidation to lower server CPU usage (and reducing the impact from hardware security vulnerabilities which exploit speculative execution) and lower server tick times.
  • Micro-optimizations to reduce memory usage and improve packet serialization speeds.

Compatibility

Krypton should work anywhere where a Minecraft can run — naturally, however, it is tuned for Linux.

I try to ensure that Krypton will work with the Fabric API, Lithium, and Sodium. Support beyond these mods is provided on a best effort basis.

FAQ

How to install Krypton?

Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download Krypton for the same version and loader, put the file into the mods folder and launch the game with the loader profile.

Which Minecraft versions does Krypton support?

Krypton has builds for Minecraft 1.16.2–1.17.1, 1.18.1–26.3.

Is Krypton needed on the server?

Works on either side — install it in the game, on the server, or both

License and source
GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 onlyfree to use and share; changes to the mod itself must be published under the same license
Original — Modrinth↗Files unchanged, verified with SHA-512Is this your mod? For rights holders

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