Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial)
If you have ever watched EthosLab's Modded Minecraft Let's Play and wanted to experience that exact world yourself, the Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial) is your chance. This fan-made pack recreates the mod list from the second season of Etho's modded series, giving you the same blend of tech, magic, exploration, and quality-of-life tweaks that made the series so beloved. Just remember: this project is not affiliated with EthosLab in any way, and it is maintained by a dedicated community member.
What Makes This Modpack Special
Unlike kitchen-sink packs that throw in hundreds of unrelated mods, Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial) for Minecraft is carefully curated. Every mod earned its place because it appeared in Etho's actual playthrough, so the progression feels intentional rather than random. You get deep tech trees, rich world generation, and plenty of decorative options without overwhelming bloat.
The main mods include:
- Tech and automation: Create, Immersive Engineering, Immersive Petroleum, Mekanism, PneumaticCraft: Repressurized, and ForgeEndertech.
- Magic and adventure: Botania, PSI, Twilight Forest, Infernal Expansion, and Dungeons Gear.
- World generation: Biomes O' Plenty, BetterEnd Forge, Better Mineshafts, DungeonsPlus, and Valhelsia Structures.
- Quality of life: JEI, Journeymap, Sophisticated Backpacks, Storage Drawers, Crafting Tweaks, and Gravestone.
- Building and decoration: Quark, Supplementaries, Framed Blocks, Decorative Blocks, and Architects Palette.
- Mobs and creatures: AlexsMobs, Atmospheric, Autumnity, Environmental, Untamed Wilds, and Spiders 2.0.
One important note: Optifine is not bundled because CurseForge does not permit it. If you want Optifine and shaders, you will need to add them yourself after you download Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial).
Supported Minecraft Versions and Loader
This pack was built for Minecraft 1.16.5 and runs on the Forge mod loader. That combination is no accident: 1.16.5 Forge was the golden era for many of the mods featured here, and several of them, such as BetterEnd Forge and Infernal Expansion, were designed specifically around that version. If you are running a newer Minecraft release, expect compatibility issues, so stick with 1.16.5 for the smoothest experience.
Performance Tips
With over seventy mods loaded, a little preparation goes a long way. Allocate at least 6 GB of RAM to your instance, use a lightweight shader if you add one, and consider disabling Dynamic Surroundings if your frame rate dips in dense biomes. Pre-generating your world with a chunk pregenerator can also prevent stuttering during exploration.
How to Install Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial)
Getting started is straightforward. Here is the standard process:
- Install a launcher that supports CurseForge modpacks, such as the official CurseForge app or a third-party alternative.
- Search the modpack catalog for the exact pack name and select the 1.16.5 Forge version.
- Create a new instance and let the launcher download every dependency automatically.
- Allocate your RAM in the instance settings before your first launch.
- Start the game, create a world, and enjoy the same modded journey Etho explored.
If you prefer a smoother route, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install for Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial), pulling the correct Forge version and every required mod automatically so you can skip manual file juggling. It also keeps an eye on pack updates, which means your instance stays current without you hunting down changelogs.
Who Should Play This Pack
This pack suits players who enjoy long-term worlds with layered progression. You can spend weeks building a Mekanism ore-processing empire, then pivot to Botania mana generation, then head into the Twilight Forest for a change of pace. Because the mod list mirrors a real Let's Play, it also works wonderfully for players who like following along with videos or recreating builds they have seen on screen.
Beginners are welcome too, though the sheer number of mods can feel intimidating at first. JEI is included, so recipes are always a keystroke away, and Gravestone prevents you from losing your inventory on death, which softens the learning curve considerably.
Final Thoughts
The Etho's Modpack v2 (unofficial) is a loving tribute to one of Minecraft's most iconic modded series. It captures the spirit of Etho's second season while remaining easy to install and stable on Minecraft 1.16.5 with Forge. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer curious about modded survival, this pack delivers a rich, well-balanced adventure. Download it, fire up a fresh world, and see how far your own story goes.