Joining and installing
Will it run on my computer?
You want a computer with at least 16 GB of memory, so you can give Minecraft 8 GB. A decent graphics card helps, but the processor matters most for big modpacks.
If it struggles, lower your render distance to 8 and skip shaders.
Can I play on a Mac or Linux?
Yes. CurseForge runs on both, and the pack works the same way.
Can I join from Bedrock, console or phone?
No. OverTails is Java Edition only, because the mods only exist for Java.
CurseForge warns that some files are not on CurseForge
That is normal. Those files are the quests, story pages, settings and a few mods that are not hosted on CurseForge. Tick the box and choose All Files.
I get kicked with an incompatible client or missing channel message
Your modpack is out of date or missing something. Grab the newest version, and follow Updating the pack so you keep your settings.
How do I update without losing my keybinds?
Import the new version as a fresh profile, then copy a few personal files over from the old one. The Updating the pack page walks you through it.
Playing
Do I need to know Create or any of the mods?
Not at all. The quest book walks you through everything, and you can hold W over Create items for animated lessons.
Is there PvP?
Yes, but only when both players agree first. Settle the details before you fight, like where it happens and whether loot gets handed back, and stop as soon as either of you wants out.
Attacking someone who has not agreed breaks the house rules. You can also turn PvP off inside your claims so nobody can be attacked at your base.
Where did my stuff go when I died?
It is in a corpse where you died. Go back and right click it. JourneyMap marks the spot.
Why are ender chests missing?
They are turned off on purpose. Moving items around is meant to be part of the fun, with trains, airships and packages.
How do I report someone?
Type /dash report followed by their name in game, and staff will see it.
Problems
Voice chat is not working
Press V and check that the right microphone and speakers are picked. If the icon in the corner has a red cross, you are not connected to voice. Try rejoining.
My game crashes with shaders on
Shaders need Iris and Sodium versions that match each other. Update both to the newest versions for NeoForge 1.21.1, or turn shaders off.
Why does it lag when I explore really far away?
The land close to spawn is built ahead of time while the server is empty. Past that, the server has to build new land as you arrive, which is slow work. Slow down when you are far out, and the area will be ready next time.
The game stutters or freezes
Make sure Minecraft has 8 GB of memory in CurseForge settings, lower your render distance, and close other heavy programs. If everyone is lagging at once, let staff know.
The live map will not open
Type the full address including http://. Some browsers try to switch it to https, which does not work for the map.