packwiz manages Minecraft modpacks from the command line, supporting creation and updates to pack files.
Packwiz
Packwiz provides command-line tools for editing and distributing Minecraft modpacks in a Git-friendly TOML format, with automated updates.
About Packwiz
Packwiz is an open-source command-line tool for creating and distributing Minecraft modpacks. It uses TOML metadata files instead of direct JAR file management, making modpacks easy to version control with Git. The tool supports installing and updating mods from CurseForge and Modrinth, exporting packs to both platforms, and generating auto-updating MultiMC instances for server or client use. It is suited for distributing private server modpacks and public releases for CurseForge and Modrinth, but is not designed for managing downloaded mod files or for users who prefer a graphical interface.
Key features
- Git-friendly TOML-based modpack metadata format
- Automated updates for CurseForge and Modrinth mods
- Export modpacks to CurseForge and Modrinth
- Import existing CurseForge modpacks
- Built-in local HTTP server for pack testing
- MultiMC pack installer with optional mod support
Best for: Minecraft modpack creators and server administrators who need Git-compatible, auto-updating modpacks for CurseForge, Modrinth, or private distribution.
Good for
- TOML metadata format simplifies Git version control of modpacks
- Supports automated updates for CurseForge and Modrinth mods
- Exports modpacks to both CurseForge and Modrinth platforms
Watch out for
- Does not handle management of downloaded mod files
- No official graphical user interface, only command-line access
- Prebuilt binaries are distributed via GitHub Actions with a noted poor user interface
Packwiz at a glance
- Website
- github.com/packwiz/packwiz
- Category
- Gaming › Mods & Fan Projects
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Packwiz FAQ
What platforms can packwiz export modpacks to?
Packwiz can export modpacks to CurseForge and Modrinth.
Can packwiz import existing modpacks?
It supports importing modpacks from CurseForge.
Does packwiz support automated mod updates?
Yes, it supports automated updates for CurseForge and Modrinth mods.
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