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Old Pack Loader

Allows to use resource packs made for older Minecraft versions

ModsFree26.x
by Cat_125 · listed from Modrinth
Download › Install with the launcher

Opens Modrinth · 7 downloads there

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What it does

Allows to use resource packs made for older Minecraft versions

Old Pack Loader is a resource made by Cat_125. It supports Minecraft 26.x. It has been downloaded 7 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Oct 12, 2026.

Supported versions

26.x

Release history

The newest is 0.1.0, released on Oct 12, 2026. It is made for Minecraft 26.2. It runs on Fabric. The download is 376 KB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
0.1.0Oct 12, 202626.2Beta
Description from the author on Modrinth

This mod allows using resource packs made for older versions, such as 1.8.9, on latest Minecraft versions.

Features

  • Converts resource packs to newer formats
  • Works on the fly - just enable your pack as you usually do
  • Works without Fabric API

Written by Cat_125. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install Old Pack Loader

  1. This mod runs only on your own game. Servers do not need it, so you can use it on any server.

  2. Install Fabric for Minecraft 26.x.

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

  4. Start Minecraft with the Fabric profile.

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

Compatibility

Minecraft versions
26.x
Runs on
Fabric
Where it runs
Client only (your game)
Edition
Java
Needs
Nothing else
License
MIT
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 10, 2026)

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Questions

Does Old Pack Loader work on Minecraft 26.x?

Yes. Old Pack Loader supports Minecraft 26.x. All supported versions: 26.x.

Is Old Pack Loader free?

Yes. Old Pack Loader is free to download from Modrinth.

Is Old Pack Loader client-side or server-side?

Client-side. Old Pack Loader goes in your own mods folder and works on any server, including servers without mods.

Is Old Pack Loader still updated?

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

What are the best alternatives to Old Pack Loader?

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