Epic ACG
Epic ACG is an add-on built for EpicFight that injects anime-inspired combat into Minecraft. If you have ever wanted bow combos that auto-lock onto targets, sword trails that bloom with color, or weapons ripped straight from Genshin Impact and Sword Art Online, this mod is aimed squarely at you. It is a passion project, and the author is upfront about that: the add-on remains unfinished and may carry bugs, especially in multiplayer and LAN environments.
What Epic ACG Adds to EpicFight
The core of the add-on is a new bow combat style modeled after Yoimiya from Genshin Impact. This includes an auto lock-on mechanic, a falling attack, and a special attack, all tied to a brand-new weapon type called genshin_bow. Alongside the bow, Epic ACG introduces a swing trail particle type, epicacg:bloom_type, which pairs with the Oculus rendering pipeline for post-processing effects.
SAO fans are not left out either. The mod adds single-sword weapons, items, and skills under the sao_single_sword weapon type. These are early implementations, and more content is planned, but the foundation is already playable.
- Yoimiya-style bow combos with lock-on and special attacks
- New weapon types: genshin_bow and sao_single_sword
- Bloom-type swing trail particles
- Post-processing compatibility with the Oculus pipeline
- SAO-inspired weapons, items, and skills
Supported Versions and Loaders
Epic ACG runs on Forge. The most stable builds target Minecraft 1.16.5 through 1.18.2, though the author has stated those versions no longer receive updates. Work on 1.18.2 and later is ongoing but slow, largely because of complications with Mojang and Forge on 1.20.1. If you plan to download Epic ACG, check that your Forge version matches the mod build before installing.
Performance is a real consideration. Some effects rely on post-processing shaders, so a decent GPU is required. Players on low-end machines or mobile devices will likely experience frame drops. The author makes no apology for this and recommends upgrading your hardware if the stutter bothers you.
If you would rather skip the manual setup, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for Epic ACG, pulling the correct build straight from its add-on catalog and handling version matching automatically. That saves you from chasing down compatible Forge releases by hand.
How to Install Epic ACG for Minecraft
Installing the add-on follows the standard Forge mod workflow. Here is the short version of how to install it:
- Install a matching Forge version for your Minecraft release.
- Place the Epic ACG jar file into your mods folder.
- Confirm EpicFight is installed, since Epic ACG depends on it.
- Launch the game and check the mod list for errors.
Once in-game, you can manage settings through commands. The /epicaddon Reload command refreshes the config, while /epicaddon DeathParticle <boolean> toggles the death particle effect on or off. If you are tired of the death particles, use that command instead of asking in the comments.
Known Limitations and Feedback
This mod is explicitly unfinished. The SAO-style health bar was removed and is marked as work in progress for 1.18.2 and beyond. Multiplayer and LAN modes have not been thoroughly tested, so expect rough edges there. The author also notes that newer Minecraft and Forge versions have made updates difficult, which is why 1.16.5 to 1.18.2 will stay frozen.
For crash reports and bug feedback, use the GitHub Issues page and attach your game log file. That is the only reliable way to get problems looked at. Configuration and datapack details are documented on the project wiki.
Final Thoughts
Epic ACG is a niche add-on for players who want anime-flavored combat layered on top of EpicFight. It is not polished, it is not finished, and it demands a capable GPU. But if Yoimiya-style bow combos and SAO swords sound like your kind of fun, and you are comfortable with a mod that is still growing, it delivers a genuinely distinct experience. Download Epic ACG for Minecraft, pair it with EpicFight, and see whether the bloom trails and lock-on attacks earn a permanent spot in your modpack.