This is particularly common with the Overwolf launcher.īecause of this entirely automated system, the easiest way to create server files from these packages, is to just let either the Overwolf launcher or another launcher do this work for you. When you install the modpack, it 'cooks' it from that recipe. The manifest.json file is used like a recipe, to tell the system which ingredients are to be added. These files are used by certain launchers to create instances for users. We're going to fix that! What is the Purpose of These 'Modpacks' Anyway? It's a set of incomplete files for what we need. There are none of the files you would need to create a server. Occasionally, when downloading server files from CurseForge, or getting them directly from the Overwolf Launcher, you will be presented with a small zip file that contains only the folder overrides, and the files manifest.json, and modlist.html. It's a lot of steps, but it isn't as scary as it seems, promise! Downloading Server Files This guide will walk you through the process of preparing a Minecraft modpack containing only the manifest files and how to turn it into a working modpack on your server.

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