Minecraft Mod

Kotlin for Forge by thedarkcolour

Adds a Kotlin language loader and provides some optional utilities.

Downloads: 41764208 · Followers: 853 · updated 1 month ago · Latest: uhJhCT7X

Download Kotlin for Forge on Modrinth

About Kotlin for Forge

Kotlin for Forge is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by thedarkcolour. Adds a Kotlin language loader and provides some optional utilities.

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

Kotlin for Forge maintains compatibility with 47 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.14 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, Kotlin for Forge is categorized as Library. 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: Kotlin for Forge has been downloaded 41.8M times on Modrinth and was updated 1 month ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that thedarkcolour is actively maintaining Kotlin for Forge.

Compatibility & requirements

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

Loaders / platforms: Forge, NeoForge

Supported Minecraft versions (47): 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, 1.21.3, 1.21.2, 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 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, 1.18.1, 1.18, 1.17.1, 1.17, 1.16.5, 1.16.4, 1.16.3, 1.16.2, 1.16.1, 1.16, 1.15.2, 1.15.1, 1.15, 1.14.4, 1.14.3, 1.14.2, 1.14.1, 1.14

Categories: Library

How to install Kotlin for Forge

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

Frequently asked questions about Kotlin for Forge

Which Minecraft versions does Kotlin for Forge support?

Kotlin for Forge lists support for 47 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.14. 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 Kotlin for Forge?

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

Does Kotlin for Forge need to be installed on my Minecraft server?

Kotlin for Forge 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 Kotlin for Forge?

Kotlin for Forge is published on Modrinth by thedarkcolour. The project was first published 2014 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and thedarkcolour's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.

Is Kotlin for Forge still being updated?

Yes — Kotlin for Forge was updated 1 month ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from thedarkcolour generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.

Is Kotlin for Forge safe to download from Modrinth?

Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that thedarkcolour uploads for Kotlin for Forge. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading Kotlin for Forge 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 Kotlin for Forge?

Kotlin for Forge has been downloaded 41,764,208 times (41.8M) on Modrinth and has 853 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.

What license does Kotlin for Forge use?

Kotlin for Forge is distributed under the LGPL — copyleft open source license (linking allowed). Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling Kotlin for Forge into a modpack.

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Source, safety, and licensing

Kotlin for Forge 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 thedarkcolour before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.

License: LGPL — copyleft open source license (linking allowed) (LGPL-2.1-only).

Freshness signal: Kotlin for Forge was updated 1 month ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.

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

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