Getting Started (Main)/en-gb

Prerequisites
Before playing Feed the Beast, you should do the following:


 * 1) Purchase Minecraft from Mojang and create an account.
 * 2) Install Minecraft and launch it at least once to verify it runs successfully on your computer.

Installing the launcher

 * 1) Browse to the FTB site and download the .exe or .jar from here.
 * 2) Put the .exe or .jar in its own folder somewhere on your computer.
 * 3) Run the .ext or .jar. It may take some time for it to configure itself the first time.
 * 4) Click on the OPTIONS tab and configure the installation location, memory settings, and window size/position.
 * 5) Create a profile using your Minecraft username (or Mojang e-mail) and password.

Choosing a modpack
There are many FTB modpacks, as listed. The Twitch Desktop App can also be used to install many other modpacks from other creators as well.

Installing an FTB modpack

 * 1) In the app's main window click on the magnifying glass icon on the left.
 * 2) Click on one of the modpacks. The app will show an overview of the modpack. Click on the "Mods" tab to view a list the mods that make up that modpack.
 * 3) Once you have chosen your modpack, click the "Install" button.
 * 4) Wait as the app downloads and installs the modpack.
 * 5) Once it finished installing, click the "Play" button.
 * 6) Enjoy playing Feed the Beast!

Installing a public pack

 * 1) In the launcher's main window click on the "3RD PARTY PACKS" tab.
 * 2) Click on one of the packs on the left. The launcher will list the mods that make up that pack.
 * 3) Once you have chosen your pack click the "Launch" button.
 * 4) Wait as the launcher downloads, installs, and launches the pack.
 * 5) Enjoy playing Feed the Beast!

Other guides
These guides are not mod or modpack specific.