Automation-Craft
Some modpacks hand you a scripted quest book and a single path to follow. Automation-Craft does the opposite. Built originally as a way for a group of friends to share the same mod list without endless manual setup, this pack has grown into a flexible sandbox for anyone who loves building machines, tinkering with gear, and exploring strange new dimensions. There is no story to chase and no forced objective. You decide what to build, and the pack simply hands you the tools.
What Makes Automation-Craft Stand Out
At its core, Automation-Craft is a kitchen-sink style pack. That means it throws together a wide range of well-known mods and lets you mix them however you like. The name is a hint: automation is the heart of the experience. If you enjoy watching a sprawling factory run itself while you move on to the next project, this is your playground.
The mod list leans on some of the most popular names in modded Minecraft. Tinkers' Construct gives you customizable tools and smeltery mechanics. Project-E (ProjectE) introduces transmutation and equivalent exchange, turning surplus materials into exactly what you need. Twilight Forest opens a whole dimension of bosses, dungeons, and loot to explore between building sessions. These are supported by plenty of supporting tech, storage, and utility mods that keep the automation loop satisfying.
Supported Versions and Loader
Automation-Craft is distributed as a CurseForge modpack, so it runs through the CurseForge launcher and is built for the Forge mod loader. Because the pack targets older, well-established mod versions, it is best suited to players who want a stable, proven combination of mods rather than the newest experimental builds. Always check the pack page for the exact Minecraft version the current release targets before you install, since the bundled mods are tied to that version.
How to Install Automation-Craft
Getting the pack running is straightforward. If you have installed a modpack before, you already know the drill.
- Install a launcher that supports CurseForge packs, such as the CurseForge app or a compatible third-party launcher.
- Search the modpack catalog for Automation-Craft and select it.
- Choose the correct Minecraft version when prompted, then let the launcher download every mod automatically.
- Allocate a sensible amount of RAM (4 GB or more is a good starting point for a pack this size).
- Launch the profile and start a new world.
If you would rather skip the manual steps, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install that pulls Automation-Craft and its dependencies straight into a ready-to-play profile, which saves a lot of time when you just want to get building. Once installed, keep an eye on updates, because the author has said more content is planned.
A Note for Lower-End PCs
The creator has mentioned plans for a second, lighter version of the pack aimed at players with lower-spec computers. Until that arrives, you can still improve performance by lowering render distance, disabling fancy graphics, and trimming the RAM allocation so the game is not fighting your system for memory.
Tips for New Players
Because there is no guided progression, the first hour can feel open-ended. A few habits help:
- Pick one automation goal early, such as a basic ore-processing line, and expand from there.
- Set up a storage system before your chests overflow, since tech mods generate a lot of items fast.
- Use Project-E to convert junk into useful materials instead of hoarding everything.
- Take a break from factories now and then and explore the Twilight Forest for gear and resources.
Final Thoughts
Automation-Craft is a love letter to the classic kitchen-sink modpack formula. It does not hold your hand, and that is exactly the point. Whether you want to build a fully automated empire, hunt bosses in a dark forest, or simply play with the same mods your friends use, this pack gives you the freedom to do it your way. Download Automation-Craft, pick a direction, and start creating.