How do I install HydroGel Mod?

Install Minecraft Forge for your version first. Download the HydroGel mod file and place it in your .minecraft/mods folder. For 1.12.2 and older, you also need the Placebo library mod installed.

What's the hydrogel block crafting recipe?

Craft it with slime balls, iron bars, and a water bucket. Use Just Enough Items or Roughly Enough Items mods to see the recipe visually in-game.

Which Minecraft versions does HydroGel support?

HydroGel is available for Minecraft 1.10.2, 1.12.2, 1.16.1, 1.16.2, 1.16.3, 1.16.4, and 1.16.5. Download the version that matches your Minecraft installation.

Can I use HydroGel with other mods?

Yes, HydroGel works with other mods. It's designed to be compatible with most mod setups. If you find an issue, check the mod description for known incompatibilities.

Why use HydroGel instead of regular water for farming?

HydroGel is a solid block that keeps farmland hydrated without water physics. This means no water spreading, no accidental flooding, and cleaner farm designs, especially for elevated or complex farm layouts.

HydroGel Mod 1.16.5, 1.12.2 - Hydrate Farms

HydroGel Mod adds a single hydrogel block that hydrates farmland without the usual water physics problems. If you’ve built elevated farms or farming setups that need to avoid water spreading everywhere, this mod solves that problem cleanly.

What HydroGel Does

The hydrogel block keeps farmland hydrated just like water would, but it’s a solid block you can place next to your crops. No water physics spreading around. No needing to keep water sources exposed and worrying about falling in. Your farm stays neat and organized.

Crafting Recipe

You craft the hydrogel block from slime balls, iron bars, and a water bucket. If you want to see the exact recipe visually, install Just Enough Items (for Forge) or Roughly Enough Items (for Fabric).

What You Need

For Minecraft 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.16.3, 1.16.2, 1.16.1:

Minecraft Forge

For Minecraft 1.12.2 and older:

Minecraft Forge
Placebo (required library mod)

How to Install

Follow our installation guides:

Place the downloaded mod file in your .minecraft/mods folder and you’re done.