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Mainstay SMP Modpack

Mainstay SMP Modpack

Modpack for those who want to use all server features

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Compatibility

Minecraft: Java Edition

1.21.10
1.21.7–1.21.8
1.21.4
1.21.1

Platforms

Supported environments

Client-side
Server-side
Client and server

Links

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Creators

warp159
warp159Member

Details

Licensed ARR
Published last year
Updated last month

Mainstay SMP Modpack

Minimal & Full Edition - Client Utility Packs

The Mainstay SMP Modpack is a client-side modpack family designed to unlock the full potential of server-side features, while improving performance, visuals, and quality of life — without breaking the vanilla feel.

These modpacks are intended as the recommended client setup for Mainstay SMP, but they can also be used as a clean base for your own custom modpack.

🧩 Core Philosophy

  • Client-side only
  • Vanilla-friendly gameplay
  • Full compatibility with server-side mods
  • Performance first, visuals second, utility third
  • No unnecessary or intrusive mechanics

The goal is simple:
see more, know more, play smoother — without changing how Minecraft works.

⚡ Performance & Stability

Both editions focus on stable, efficient gameplay:

  • Sodium ecosystem (Sodium, Sodium Extra, Reeses Options)
  • Lithium, FerriteCore, ImmediatelyFast
  • Entity Culling, More Culling
  • Dynamic FPS for background optimization

These mods ensure high FPS, reduced stutter, and low memory usage even on large servers.

🎨 Visual Improvements (Vanilla Style)

Visual upgrades are carefully selected to enhance immersion without altering Minecraft’s original look:

  • Better Clouds, Continuity
  • Entity Texture & Model Features
  • Skin Layers 3D, Capes, Wavey Capes
  • Iris (shader support, optional)
  • Ambient-friendly particle and lighting tweaks

🗺️ Exploration & Navigation

Designed to fully support server-side features:

  • Xaero’s Minimap & World Map (+ XaeroPlus)
  • Waypoints and zoom tools
  • Voxy for extended world rendering (server-friendly)

🔊 Audio & Social Interaction

Immersion and communication are key on SMP servers:

  • Simple Voice Chat + Voice Messages
  • Presence Footsteps (Full Edition)
  • Drip Sounds (Full Edition)
  • Clear positional and environmental audio

🧱 Utility & Quality of Life

Small changes that make a big difference:

  • AppleSkin, Jade / WTHIT
  • Quick Shulker, Peek, Shulker tooltips
  • Better Stats, Status indicators
  • Inventory, hotbar, and UI enhancements
  • Litematica & Syncmatica (for supported servers)

Many mods unlock extra functionality when the server provides matching server-side mods.

🔀 Modular by Design

  • Some mods are disabled by default
  • Alternatives are included where relevant
  • Users can switch mods depending on:
    • Server rules
    • Performance needs
    • Personal preferences

This makes the modpack flexible and future-proof.

📦 Editions Explained

🔹 Minimal Edition

  • Lightweight and clean
  • Performance, visuals, and essential QoL only
  • Ideal for:
    • Low-end PCs
    • Players who want a near-vanilla experience
    • A base for custom modpacks

🔸 Full Edition

  • Everything from Minimal, plus:
    • Advanced building & technical tools
    • Extended audio immersion
    • More visual feedback
  • Ideal for:
    • Power users
    • Builders and technical players
    • Players who want maximum client-side control

✅ Server Compatibility

  • Recommended for Mainstay SMP
  • Client-side only
  • Safe to join vanilla or modded servers
  • Many features scale automatically based on server support

🎯 Recommended Use

Mainstay SMP Modpack (Minimal or Full Edition)
is the recommended choice if you want a stable, performant, and future-proof client —
or a solid foundation to build your own modpack.

Balanced. Clean. Expandable.
Mainstay SMP Modpack keeps Minecraft vanilla — just better.