How to add mods to your Hytale Server

What are Hytale Mods?

Hytale mods are custom scripts or plugins that extend the functionality of your game server. Unlike many other sandbox games, Hytale was built from the ground up with modding in mind. These mods can range from Quality of Life (QoL) improvements, like player teleportation and economy systems, to massive content expansions that add new biomes, mobs, and complex structures to your world.

Why Should You Install Mods on Your Hytale Server?

Since Hytale is in its early stages, mods are the best way to keep your community engaged. Adding mods allows you to:

Increase Replayability: Keep the gameplay fresh with new challenges.
Unique Branding: Differentiate your server from others on the server list.
Community Tools: Better manage your players with moderation and chat tools.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Install Hytale Server Mods

Installing mods is a straightforward process, but it requires access to your server's file system (via FTP or a web dashboard).

Step 1: Where to Find the Best Hytale Mods

To ensure your server remains secure, always download mods from trusted sources.

Official Modding Community: The primary hub for Hytale content is CurseForge.
What to look for: Look for files ending in the .jar extension. These are the executable packages that your server recognizes.

Pro Tip: Always check the "Compatibility" section of the mod page to ensure it matches your current Hytale server version.

Step 2: Uploading the Mod to Your Server

Follow these steps to get your mod up and running:

Locate your file: Find the .jar mod file you just downloaded on your computer.
Access your Server Directory: Log into your Hytale server hosting panel or connect via SFTP. (Or if you're hosting the server yourself, find the folder on your computer.)
Find the Mods Folder: Look for a folder named mods. If it doesn't exist, you may need to create it (case-sensitive).
Upload: Drag and drop your .jar file into the mods folder.
Restart: Restart your Hytale server to initialize the new files.
Verify: Check your server console for any "Loaded [Mod Name]" messages to confirm success.

Checkout Other Modded Servers

Want to see what other servers are doing? Check out our "Mods" category with all servers that are using mods and modded content! Modded Hytale Servers!