PokeSync
Grinding out a full Pokedex is one of the most rewarding parts of a Pixelmon playthrough, but it can also be a lonely one. If you and your friends split up to cover different biomes, you all end up with half-finished dexes and a lot of duplicated effort. PokeSync is a server-side Sidemod for Pixelmon Reforged that fixes exactly that problem by synchronising Pokedex progression between members of a group. Catch a Pokemon once, and everyone in your crew gets credit for it.
What PokeSync Actually Does
At its core, PokeSync is a group management tool. Rather than tracking progress per player, it links players together so that Pokedex entries are shared across the whole group. This makes it ideal for co-op servers, SMP worlds with a Pixelmon focus, and small friend groups who want to complete the dex together without constantly trading Pokemon back and forth just to register them.
Because it is a Sidemod, PokeSync depends entirely on Pixelmon Reforged. It will not function on its own, and installing it without Pixelmon present will simply do nothing useful. Keep that dependency in mind before you start adding files to your server.
Core Commands and Group Management
Everything in PokeSync runs through the /psync command, which keeps the interface simple and avoids cluttering your chat with dozens of separate commands. The main subcommands are:
- Invite – Send an invitation to another player so they can join your group.
- Accept – Accept an invite you have received and join that player's group.
- List – Display every group you are currently a member of.
- Leave – Remove yourself from all groups you belong to in one go.
That is a deliberately small command set, and it covers the essentials without overcomplicating things. If you have ever wrestled with permission nodes and config files just to set up a shared goal, the simplicity here is a welcome change.
Supported Versions and Loaders
PokeSync is built for the Pixelmon Reforged ecosystem, which means it targets the Minecraft Forge loader rather than Fabric or NeoForge. In practice, you should match the PokeSync build to the Pixelmon Reforged version your server already runs, since the mod hooks directly into Pixelmon's Pokedex data. Running mismatched versions is the fastest way to get silent failures or a server that refuses to start, so always check the compatibility notes on the download page before you commit to an update.
If you would rather skip the manual file juggling altogether, the foxygame.net launcher offers a curated add-on catalog where PokeSync sits alongside other Pixelmon-friendly mods, letting you add it to a profile with a single click and keep it updated automatically. That approach removes most of the guesswork around matching Forge and Pixelmon builds.
How to Install PokeSync on Your Server
Step 1: Prepare Your Server
Confirm that Pixelmon Reforged is already installed and running correctly on your Forge server. PokeSync is a server-side mod, so in most setups only the server needs it, though keeping client and server versions aligned avoids surprises.
Step 2: Add the Mod File
Download PokeSync for Minecraft from the official project page and drop the resulting .jar file into your server's mods folder, right next to your Pixelmon jar. Do not rename the file.
Step 3: Restart and Test
Restart the server completely rather than reloading. Once it is back up, run /psync list in-game to confirm the command registers. From there, invite a friend and check that a fresh catch appears for both of you.
A Few Honest Caveats
PokeSync is the developer's first mod, and they have been upfront about that. Bugs are possible, particularly around edge cases like players leaving mid-session or groups with many members. If something breaks, reporting it directly to the author is the fastest route to a fix. Back up your world before installing any new Sidemod, as you should with any server change.
Final Thoughts
PokeSync solves a very specific problem, and it solves it cleanly. For Pixelmon groups who want a shared Pokedex without endless trading, it is a small mod with a big quality-of-life payoff. Grab it, set up your group, and start filling that dex together.