What is Phantom Loader?

Phantom Loader is a dependency mod for developers. It automatically generates modloader-specific code at build time, letting developers maintain one common codebase for multiple modloaders instead of writing separate code for Forge and Fabric.

Do I need Phantom Loader to play Minecraft?

No. Phantom Loader is designed for mod developers, not players. You only need it if you're developing mods for multiple modloaders. Other mods might depend on it, but you install it the same way as any other mod.

Which version should I download, Forge or Fabric?

Download the version that matches your modloader. If you're using Forge, download the Forge version. If you're using Fabric, download the Fabric version. You need to pick one or the other, not both.

Can I use Phantom Loader with other mods?

Yes, Phantom Loader is designed as a dependency mod. It works alongside other mods that depend on it. It doesn't change gameplay itself, it just provides tools for mod developers.

What Minecraft versions does Phantom Loader support?

Phantom Loader is available for Minecraft 1.19.4, 1.20.1, and 1.20.4. Download the version that matches your Minecraft installation.

Phantom Loader Mod for Minecraft 1.20.4, 1.19.4

Phantom Loader is a dependency mod for developers. It doesn’t change anything about the game itself, but it saves mod creators time by automatically generating modloader-specific code at build time. If you’re a developer working with multiple modloaders, this mod lets you keep your code in one place instead of maintaining separate versions for Forge and Fabric.

What Phantom Loader Does

Phantom Loader automates part of the work when you’re building mods for different modloaders. Instead of writing separate initializer code for Forge and Fabric, you can keep almost all your code in a shared common module. Phantom Loader generates the loader-specific parts for you during the build process.

Key Features

Dependency mod with no gameplay changes
Automatically generates Forge and Fabric initializer code at build time
Lets you maintain one common codebase instead of separate code for each modloader

Requirements

You’ll need one of these modloaders:

If you’re using the Fabric version, you’ll also need Fabric API.

How to Install

Installation follows the standard process for mods. Check out these guides:

Check out our other Minecraft mods for more tools and features.