Minecraft Mod
playerAnimator by KosmX
animate the player
Downloads: 24127284 · Followers: 1205 · updated 7 months ago · Latest: CkedfDp3
About playerAnimator
playerAnimator is a Minecraft mod published on Modrinth by KosmX. animate the player
On the technical side, playerAnimator ships for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).
playerAnimator maintains compatibility with 20 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.16.4 up to Minecraft 1.21.7. 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, playerAnimator 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: playerAnimator has been downloaded 24.1M times on Modrinth and was updated 7 months ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that KosmX is actively maintaining playerAnimator.
Compatibility & requirements
Environment: Client + server — Installs on both client and server (or has optional server integration).
Loaders / platforms: Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt
Supported Minecraft versions (20): 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4, 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, 1.16.5, 1.16.4
Categories: Library
How to install playerAnimator
- Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 1.21.7.
- Install the right loader. playerAnimator needs Fabric for your Minecraft version.
- Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check playerAnimator appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.
Frequently asked questions about playerAnimator
Which Minecraft versions does playerAnimator support?
playerAnimator lists support for 20 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 1.21.7, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.16.4. 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 playerAnimator?
playerAnimator publishes files for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping playerAnimator into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.
Does playerAnimator need to be installed on my Minecraft server?
playerAnimator 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 playerAnimator?
playerAnimator is published on Modrinth by KosmX. The project was first published 1453 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and KosmX's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.
Is playerAnimator still being updated?
Yes — playerAnimator was updated 7 months ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from KosmX generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.
Is playerAnimator safe to download from Modrinth?
Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that KosmX uploads for playerAnimator. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading playerAnimator 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 playerAnimator?
playerAnimator has been downloaded 24,127,284 times (24.1M) on Modrinth and has 1,205 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft mod.
What license does playerAnimator use?
playerAnimator is distributed under the MIT — permissive open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling playerAnimator into a modpack.
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Source, safety, and licensing
playerAnimator 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 KosmX before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install mod files from unknown mirrors.
License: MIT — permissive open source license (MIT).
Freshness signal: playerAnimator was updated 7 months ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.
Author profile: Visit KosmX's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.
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