Balm
CurseForgeAbstraction Layer for Multi-Loader Mods
Balm is a library mod for mod developers that simplifies the process of creating multi-loader mods by providing common interfaces and events and removing the need for most mod-loader specific code.
It is not a magic solution for running Forge and Fabric mods together. As a user, you only need to install this mod if you use a mod that requires it.
Versions for Minecraft 1.16 and below are not needed - mods will run without Balm on those versions!
Key Points
- No custom Gradle tooling, official mod loader plugins only
- Uses Mojang Mappings, supports Jared's Multiloader-Template
- All-inclusive from networking to configs, no third party dependencies
- Battle-tested across Blay's 20+ mods ranging from content additions to quality of life utilities
- Supports NeoForge, Fabric and Forge without duplicate code
- Snapshots builds for pre-releases and release candidates
- Unified support for Third Party Mods like Curios/Trinkets or Jade/TheOneProbe
- Available on CurseForge and Modrinth (incl. Third Party Access)
How to make a mod with Balm (as a mod developer)
- Check out the documentation for a Getting Started guide and a project generator.
- You can also use this template repository as a starting point or reference.
- Consider browsing Blay's existing mods' source code to learn how specific things are done.
- Join Blay and other developers using Balm on the Balm Developers Discord server.
Versions
FAQ
How do I install Balm?
Download the file for your Minecraft version and loader from this page, then drop the .jar into your mods (or plugins) folder and launch the game.
Is Balm free?
Balm is free to download on Modgrid — we link straight to the official source, no paywall or bundled installer.
Which Minecraft versions does Balm support?
Works with Forge, Fabric, Neoforge. See the download section on this page for the full list of supported versions and loaders.
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