FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier
FTB Infinity Evolved is one of the most iconic kitchen-sink modpacks ever made for Minecraft, but its sheer size can be brutal on older computers and small servers. FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier is a fan-made tweak pack that keeps the soul of the original while trimming away the parts that cause the most headaches. If you have ever watched a server crash on startup or fought a slideshow framerate in your first hour, this pack was built with you in mind.
What Makes This Pack Different?
At its core, this is still FTB Infinity Evolved. You get the same sprawling tech trees, magic mods, and exploration content that made the original so addictive. The difference lies in a handful of careful changes aimed at stability and accessibility, especially for newcomers and small multiplayer groups.
Removed Problem Mods
Three mods were cut because they frequently caused issues on both servers and clients: Inventory Tweaks, Iron Chest, and Portal Gun. Server owners in particular reported repeated conflicts and crashes tied to these mods, so removing them smooths out the experience for everyone involved.
Mystical Crops Instead of Mystical Agriculture
To make the pack a little more beginner-friendly, Mystical Agriculture was swapped out for Mystical Crops. This substitute lets players farm resources far more quickly than traditional mining allows. Anyone who has spent hours grinding ore veins in a pack this large will appreciate how much time this saves.
Better FPS Performance
OptiFine could not be installed on the creator's servers, so a dedicated better FPS mod took its place. The result is a pack that runs noticeably smoother, even on PCs that are not up to date with the latest hardware specs. Less lag means more time actually playing instead of waiting for chunks to load.
Supported Versions and Loader
FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier for Minecraft is built on Minecraft 1.7.10 and runs through the Forge mod loader, matching the original FTB Infinity Evolved release. Because it targets that classic version, you will need a launcher that still supports legacy Forge profiles to get it running properly.
How to Install FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier
Getting started is straightforward if you follow the right order. Here is the short version:
- Install a launcher that supports legacy Forge-based modpacks.
- Create a new profile and select Minecraft 1.7.10 with the correct Forge version.
- Allocate at least 4 GB of RAM, more if you plan to run a server alongside the client.
- Drop the pack files into your instance folder and launch.
If you want to skip the manual setup entirely, the foxygame.net launcher handles FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier through a one-click install from its add-on catalog, so the correct Forge version and mod list are matched automatically without any guesswork. That same catalog also keeps the pack updated, which matters when small fixes roll out for server compatibility.
Who Should Play This Pack?
This modpack suits a few specific crowds. Players on older machines who still want the full Infinity Evolved experience will benefit most from the FPS improvements. Small server owners tired of troubleshooting the same three problematic mods will find the trimmed mod list far easier to manage. Beginners who felt overwhelmed by slow resource gathering will enjoy how quickly Mystical Crops lets them progress.
Veterans of the original pack should note that the core progression remains untouched. You are not losing the tech or magic content that defines Infinity Evolved, only the rough edges that made it frustrating to run.
Final Thoughts
FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier does exactly what its name promises. It takes one of Minecraft's most ambitious modpacks and removes the barriers that stop people from enjoying it, whether those barriers are crashes, lag, or slow early-game grinding. If you have been curious about FTB Infinity Evolved but worried your computer or server could not handle it, this is the version to try. Download FTB I.E. - But A Little Easier, fire up Minecraft 1.7.10, and see how much smoother the adventure feels.