Minecraft Mod

Curios API by TheIllusiveC4

A flexible and expandable accessory/equipment API for users and developers.

Downloads: 27616968 · Followers: 1502 · updated 2 weeks ago · Latest: BI7D0sbK

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About Curios API

Curios API is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by TheIllusiveC4. A flexible and expandable accessory/equipment API for users and developers.

On the technical side, Curios API ships for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Curios API maintains compatibility with 31 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.13.2 up to Minecraft 26.2. Always download the file that matches your Minecraft version, and re-check the version dropdown after any Mojang release to avoid crash-on-launch bugs.

Content-wise, Curios API is categorized as Equipment, Library, and Utility. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft mod category so you can pair it with other mods from the same tag on this site.

Popularity: Curios API has been downloaded 27.6M times on Modrinth and was updated 2 weeks ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that TheIllusiveC4 is actively maintaining Curios API.

Compatibility & requirements

Environment: Client + server — Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).

Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Supported Minecraft versions (31): 26.2, 26.1.2, 26.1.1, 26.1, 1.21.9, 1.21.8, 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.1, 1.20.6, 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.19.3, 1.19.2, 1.19.1, 1.19, 1.18.2, 1.17.1, 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.15.2, 1.14.4, 1.13.2

Categories: Equipment, Library, Utility

How to install Curios API

  1. Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
  2. Install the right loader. Curios API needs Fabric for your Minecraft version.
  3. Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check Curios API appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.

Frequently asked questions about Curios API

Which Minecraft versions does Curios API support?

Curios API lists support for 31 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.13.2. Always match the version of the file you download to the Minecraft version your world or server is running.

What mod loader or server platform do I need to run Curios API?

Curios API publishes files for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping Curios API into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.

Does Curios API need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

Curios API supports installation on both the client and the server. For full functionality (like synced world features or client-side rendering), install it on both sides.

Who created Curios API?

Curios API is published on Modrinth by TheIllusiveC4. The project was first published 1278 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and TheIllusiveC4's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is Curios API still being updated?

Yes — Curios API was updated 2 weeks ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from TheIllusiveC4 generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is Curios API safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that TheIllusiveC4 uploads for Curios API. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading Curios API directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install mod files from unknown third-party sites.

How popular is Curios API?

Curios API has been downloaded 27,616,968 times (27.6M) on Modrinth and has 1,502 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.

What license does Curios API use?

Curios API is distributed under the GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling Curios API into a modpack.

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Source, safety, and licensing

Curios API is indexed by MinecraftBible directly from the official Modrinth REST API. All files are hosted on Modrinth, which virus-scans and moderates every upload from TheIllusiveC4 before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.

License: GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license (LGPL-3.0-or-later).

Freshness signal: Curios API was updated 2 weeks ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

Author profile: Visit TheIllusiveC4's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.

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