- Loaders
- FabricQuilt
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- Followers on Modrinth
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- versions
- 125
- Updated
- June 15, 2026Jun 15
- Published
- in 2022
At a glance
Install in the game only; not needed on the server
This is a mod that introduces a brand new Vulkan based rendering engine to Minecraft in order to bring performance and graphical improvements, but even new features that are only possible thanks to the new graphics APIs.
Developing this mod requires huge amounts of time and effort. If you want to help me continue developing this project, consider buying me a coffee.
Installation
Requirements
- A device (GPU) that supports Vulkan (1.2 or higher)
- Fabric mod loader
Steps
- Move
VulkanMod.jartomodsfolder of your Minecraft Instance.
What about shaders?
If you want to use shaders with VulkanMod, then check out Beryl
Community
If you need help or want to chat feel free to join our Discord server.
Issues
Before asking for help, if your instance is crashing check if your system supports Vulkan and if any of the mods listed in the link below is present in your instance.
Please before reporting any new issue check if it already exists.
Compatibility
Mod compatibility is not guaranteed. When VulkanMod is loaded, mods that make direct calls to OpenGL might crash the game. Check Incompatible mods list to make sure you are not using one of them.
FAQ
How to install VulkanMod?
Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download VulkanMod 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 VulkanMod support?
VulkanMod has builds for Minecraft 1.18.2, 1.19.2–1.21.5, 1.21.9–26.1.2.
Is VulkanMod needed on the server?
Client only — no need to install it on the server