Getting Started (Main)

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


 * 1) Purchase Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC from Minecraft Official Site or Microsoft Store (Base Game) (Deluxe Collection). The Base Game is included with PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
 * 2) Install Minecraft: Java Edition and launch it at least once to verify it runs successfully on your computer.

Installing the app
Once you have Minecraft: Java Edition successfully running on its own you are ready to install the FTB App.


 * 1) Download the .exe, .dmg, or .sh from here.
 * 2) Run the .exe, .dmg, or .sh.
 * 3) Configure the installation folder and desktop shortcuts.
 * 4) Create a profile using your Microsoft account.

Choosing a modpack
There are many FTB modpacks, as listed. The FTB App can also be used to install CurseForge modpacks 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 CurseForge modpack

 * 1) In the app's main window click on the magnifying glass icon on the left, then click on the CurseForge icon next to the search box.
 * 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!

Other guides
These guides are not mod or modpack specific.