Why are my Hytale mods not working?

Check two things: 1) If you downloaded a .zip file, you MUST extract it first. 2) Mods must be activated per-world - right-click your world, select Edit, and check the mods you want to use.

Where do I put Hytale world downloads?

World downloads (saves) go in the 'saves' folder, NOT the 'mods' folder. The path is typically %AppData%\Hytale\user data\saves

How to Install Mods in Hytale (2026)

Q: Do my friends need to install mods to play on my Hytale server?

No! Hytale mods are server-side. Only the host/server needs to install and activate mods. Players joining will automatically get the mod experience without installing anything.

Complete guide to installing mods using CurseForge or manual methods. Includes activation steps and troubleshooting.

Last updated: January 18, 2026

Key Concepts to Understand

Server-Side Mods

Only the host needs mods installed. Players joining get the experience automatically.

Per-World Activation

Unlike Minecraft, mods must be enabled individually for each world.

Choose Your Method

CurseForge App

Automatic installation. Best for beginners.

Recommended →

Manual Install

File management. For advanced users or non-CurseForge mods.

Advanced →

1CurseForge App Method (Easiest)

1Download CurseForge Standalone App

Download and install the CurseForge app from the official website.

Download CurseForge

2Select Hytale in the App

Open CurseForge, scan for games or manually select "Hytale" from the game list.

3Browse and Install Mods

Go to the Browse or Discover tab. Find mods you like and click the "Install" button.

Note: If the button says "Download" instead of "Install", it's a World save, not a mod. You'll need to install it manually into the saves folder.

4Launch the Game

Click "Run Game" to start Hytale with your mods. Then proceed to the Activation Step.

2Manual Installation Method

Use this method for mods not on CurseForge, or if the app installation fails.

1Download and Extract Files

Download your mod file. Check the file type:

.jar files

Keep as-is. Ready to use.

.zip files

MUST extract first using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

ZIP File Alert: Do NOT drag .zip files directly into the folder! You MUST extract them first.

2Locate the Mods Folder

There are two ways to find your mods folder:

Method A: Via Launcher

Open Hytale Launcher
Click Settings (gear icon, top left)
Click "Open directory"
Navigate to user data → mods

Method B: Direct Path

Copy this path and paste it into File Explorer:

%AppData%\Hytale\user data\mods

3Place Files in Mods Folder

Drag your extracted folder or .jar file into the mods folder.

Critical Step: Activate Mods Per World

This is the most important step! Unlike Minecraft, Hytale mods are NOT automatically active. You must enable them for each world individually.

Launch Hytale and go to the World Selection screen.

Right-click on the world you want to play (or click the gear icon when creating a new world).

Select "Edit" or "Settings".

Check the boxes next to the mods you want to enable (e.g., "I Spy", "Violet's Plushies").

Save and enter the game!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did I install a mod but it's not working?

A: Two common causes: 1) If you downloaded a .zip file, make sure you extracted it first. 2) Check that you activated the mod in your world settings by right-clicking the world and checking the mod.

Q: Do my friends need to install mods to join my server?

A: No! Hytale mods are server-side. Only the host or server owner needs to install and activate mods. Players joining will automatically experience the mods without any local installation.

Q: Where do I put downloaded "World" saves?

A: World saves go in the saves folder, NOT the mods folder. The path is %AppData%\Hytale\user data\saves