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Pixelmon

Pixelmon adds many aspects of the Pokémon into Minecraft, including the Pokémon themselves, battling, trading, and breeding. Pixelmon also includes an…

ModsFree1.12 – 1.21
by Pixelmon · listed from Modrinth
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Opens Modrinth · 5,162,371 downloads there

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What it does

Pixelmon adds many aspects of the Pokémon into Minecraft, including the Pokémon themselves, battling, trading, and breeding. Pixelmon also includes an…

Pixelmon is a resource made by Pixelmon. It supports Minecraft 1.12 – 1.21. It has been downloaded 5,162,371 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Oct 22, 2026.

Supported versions

1.211.201.161.12

Release history

Pixelmon has had 59 releases on Modrinth since Jun 8, 2022. 10 of them came out in the past year. The newest is 9.4.2, released on Oct 22, 2026. It is made for Minecraft 1.21.1. It runs on NeoForge. The download is 382.5 MB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
9.4.2Oct 22, 20261.21.1Release
9.4.1Sep 17, 20261.21.1Release
9.4.0Aug 17, 20261.21.1Beta
9.3.16May 5, 20261.21.1Release
9.3.15Apr 19, 20261.21.1Beta
Description from the author on Modrinth

Click here for a discount with Nodecraft for your first Pixelmon server!

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Click me for The Pixelmon Modpack on Modrinth, for a recommended setup.

 

Embark on the Ultimate Pokémon Adventure in Minecraft!

Enjoy the Number 1 Pokémon in Minecraft experience like never before! For over a decade, Pixelmon has redefined what it means to "Gotta Catch 'Em All" in Minecraft, and we’re just getting started.

With relentless dedication to the player experience, we’re constantly expanding your journey with new features, jaw-dropping structures, and thrilling adventures created by our dedicated and talented team.

Step Into the World of Pixelmon

The Official Pixelmon Modpack is your gateway to the most authentic Pokémon experience in Minecraft, featuring:

  • Every Pokémon up to Generation 9, meticulously crafted with handmade models & smooth animations by our elite artists!
  • 1,000+ Pokémon to collect, train, and battle with friends, build your dream team and prove your mastery!
  • A living, breathing world with dozens of custom structures, from sprawling towns offering opportunities to challenge powerful Gym Leaders, epic Dynamax Dens, and many more exciting experiences to encounter!
  • Fully optimized for Minecraft 1.21, blending Pixelmon’s magic with the expansive Caves & Cliffs terrain, every biome holding a new discovery!

Every Generation & More

Play with every single Pokémon from Generations 1 through 9, recreated with handcrafted models and smooth animations. All our assets are made by our fantastic team of artists, capturing every detail.

From the nostalgic charm of Kanto to the vibrant energy of Paldea, this is the world of Pokémon in open-world gameplay. Whether you're battling, exploring, or just admiring your favorites, experience the magic of Pokémon in Minecraft: lovingly crafted, beautifully animated, and ready for your newest adventure.

Encounter rare Pokémon with unique appearances. These Pixelmon-exclusive forms, such as the seasonal Summer, Halloween, Christmas or Valentine-themed Pokémon, and others like the Ashen, Strike & Spirit Pokémon can be found all over the world.

Can you catch 'em all?

Towns, Gyms & Trainer Facilities

Visit functional Poké Centers to heal your team, stock-up at Poké Marts, and explore villages for resources and trading. Lovingly built by our team artists, enter type-inspired towns, such as the Grass Gym Town, to collect rewards.

Take on intense Gym Battles in themed arenas that test your skills, strategy, and team building. Adventure into the wilds to encounter legendary Pokémon shrines, ancient ruins and treasure-filled grottos. It’s everything you love about Pokémon, reimagined in a blocky, endless world where you make the journey your own.

Research, Breeding & Progression

Become the ultimate Pokémon Trainer by completing your regional and themed Pokédex, documenting every species and its variants!

Visit towns and assist Professor Wisteria with research quests inspired by Pokémon GO. Complete tasks, uncover mysteries, and earn special rewards by exploring and tracking down rare Pokémon. Want to build the perfect team? Drop your Pokémon off at the Daycare to hatch powerful new partners through breeding, unlocking unique moves and ideal stats.

Whether you're a collector, battler, or strategist, our Pixelmon features are designed to keep you engaged, progressing, and discovering more.

Train, Battle & Become a Pixelmon Master

Experience the ultimate in Pokémon combat with Mega Evolutions, Z-Moves, Dynamaxing, Horde Battles, Raid Dens and more!

Trigger Mega Evolutions to unlock fierce new forms, unleash Z-Moves with perfect timing, or go gigantic with Dynamaxing to shake the field with massive power. Face off against swarms in intense Horde Battles or challenging bosses in Raid Dens, testing your tactics and team skills.

From single duels to chaotic group clashes, embrace the thrill of Pixelmon battling where we recreate beloved Pokémon battle mechanics!

Play Your Way

Limitless adventures await! Will you conquer every Gym and collect their badges? Dominate Dynamax battles? Raise your team from an egg with Daycare? Or simply wander the wilds, filling your Pokédex with rare and powerful friends and favourites? The choice is yours!

Download the Official Pixelmon Modpack today and become the very best, like no-one ever was!

 

The Pixelmon Mod OST

 

Written by Pixelmon. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install Pixelmon

  1. This mod is needed on both the server and every player who joins.

  2. Install Forge and NeoForge for Minecraft 1.12 – 1.21.

  3. Download the .jar file from Modrinth and put it in the mods folder of your .minecraft directory.

  4. Start Minecraft with the Forge profile.

  5. With the CraftRank Launcher you can skip these steps: open Mods, search for Pixelmon and click Install.

Compatibility

Minecraft versions
1.21, 1.20, 1.16, 1.12
Runs on
Forge, NeoForge
Where it runs
Client and server
Edition
Java
Needs
Nothing else
License
Free to use
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 10, 2026)

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Cobblemon additionsstrikebyte10.5M1.20 – 1.21Mar 19, 2026Free

Questions

Does Pixelmon work on Minecraft 26.x?

Not yet. The newest version it supports is Minecraft 1.21.

Is Pixelmon free?

Yes. Pixelmon is free to download from Modrinth.

Is Pixelmon client-side or server-side?

Both. The server and every player need Pixelmon installed.

Is Pixelmon still updated?

Yes. The last update came out in the past day.

What are the best alternatives to Pixelmon?

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