Minecraft Plugin
NightCore by NightExpress
A lightweight library with a wide range of utilities and tools for faster and more efficient plugin development.
Downloads: 214104 · Followers: 121 · updated 4 weeks ago · Latest: vDmXDRvE
About NightCore
NightCore is a Minecraft plugin published on Modrinth by NightExpress. A lightweight library with a wide range of utilities and tools for faster and more efficient plugin development.
On the technical side, NightCore ships for Folia, Paper, Purpur, Spigot. Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.
NightCore maintains compatibility with 23 Minecraft releases, from Minecraft 1.19.4 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, NightCore is categorized as Library, Management, and Utility. That means it fits neatly into a wider Minecraft plugin category so you can pair it with other plugins from the same tag on this site.
Popularity: NightCore has been downloaded 214.1k times on Modrinth and was updated 4 weeks ago. Large download counts combined with recent updates are a strong signal that NightExpress is actively maintaining NightCore.
Compatibility & requirements
Environment: Server only — Installs on the Minecraft server. Vanilla clients can connect without extra files.
Loaders / platforms: Folia, Paper, Purpur, Spigot
Supported Minecraft versions (23): 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, 1.19.4
Categories: Library, Management, Utility
How to install NightCore
- Match your Minecraft version. Confirm the file you download from Modrinth is tagged for Minecraft 26.2.
- Place the .jar into your server's plugins folder. Restart the server and run
/pluginsto verify. - Launch and verify. Start Minecraft (or your server) and check NightCore appears in the mods / plugins / resource packs list.
Frequently asked questions about NightCore
Which Minecraft versions does NightCore support?
NightCore lists support for 23 Minecraft versions. The most recent supported release is Minecraft 26.2, with older support running back to Minecraft 1.19.4. 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 NightCore?
NightCore publishes files for Folia, Paper, Purpur, Spigot. Install the matching loader (for example, Fabric Loader for Fabric builds or PaperMC for Paper plugins) before dropping NightCore into your mods, plugins, or resource-pack folder.
Does NightCore need to be installed on my Minecraft server?
NightCore is a server-side plugin. Install it on your Minecraft server. Players joining with a vanilla client generally do not need to install anything extra.
Who created NightCore?
NightCore is published on Modrinth by NightExpress. The project was first published 603 days ago. All files are hosted and moderated by the Modrinth team, and NightExpress's Modrinth profile links to every other project they maintain.
Is NightCore still being updated?
Yes — NightCore was updated 4 weeks ago on Modrinth. Regular updates from NightExpress generally indicate active maintenance and quicker patches for Minecraft version bumps.
Is NightCore safe to download from Modrinth?
Yes. Modrinth moderates every file that NightExpress uploads for NightCore. Files are virus-scanned and reviewed against Modrinth's content policy before publication. Downloading NightCore directly from its Modrinth page is the recommended way to avoid malware-laced mirrors. Never install plugin files from unknown third-party sites.
How popular is NightCore?
NightCore has been downloaded 214,104 times (214.1k) on Modrinth and has 121 followers tracking new releases. High download counts and active follower bases are strong signals of a trustworthy, well-maintained Minecraft plugin.
What license does NightCore use?
NightCore is distributed under the GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license. Read the license on the Modrinth project page before redistributing, forking, or bundling NightCore into a modpack.
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Source, safety, and licensing
NightCore 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 NightExpress before publication. Downloading through Modrinth is the recommended safe path — never install plugin files from unknown mirrors.
License: GPL-3.0 — copyleft open source license (GPL-3.0-only).
Freshness signal: NightCore was updated 4 weeks ago, which is a positive sign of active maintenance.
Author profile: Visit NightExpress's Modrinth profile to see every other project they maintain.
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