Minecraft works great out of the box, but modifying and expanding the game with mods can radically change the experience. Whether you're brand new to Minecraft or just new to modding, we've put together a list of the 15 best Minecraft mods that improve graphics or performance, add useful functionality, and open up brand new worlds to explore.
15 Awesome Minecraft Mods (1.20. 1) for Forge
OptiFine is a behind-the-scenes mod that improves and optimizes Minecraft's graphics so that the game runs as smoothly as possible and looks as good as possible on your computer.
This is the best mod to grab, and the first one you should download, if you care about visuals and smooth gameplay. If you are completely new to Minecraft, it is fine to install this mod right away. All it does is make the game look better and run smoother.
Most of the features are safe to ignore, but they can be overwhelming. Don't do this until you've spent more time in the game.
