Alex's Mobs
About Alex's Mobs
Alex's Mobs adds over 80 new mobs to Minecraft, each one based on a real (or mythical) animal. Capybaras, gorillas, crocodiles, jellyfish, orcas, cassowaries, toucans: the list is impressive.
The key thing about Alex's Mobs is that every mob has unique mechanics instead of being "just another critter for decoration." The gorilla defends its territory and can be tamed with bananas. The crocodile goes for a death roll. The capybara is passive and makes nearby mobs less aggressive (yes, really: it's a nod to the meme). The anglerfish's lamp glows in the dark and attracts fish.
The mobs spawn in fitting biomes: crocodiles in swamps, penguins on ice, toucans in the jungle, camels in the desert (before Mojang added them to vanilla). That makes exploring more rewarding, because every biome has its own unique wildlife.
Alex's Mobs also adds items tied to its mobs and their abilities: the kangaroo's jump (Kangaroo Pouch), the fly's flight (Fly), the alien's teleportation (Cosmic Cod) and many more. Some mobs drop unique crafting materials.
The mob animations are beautiful, and animation is what the author, AlexModGuy, is known for: every mob moves realistically and has its own sounds and behaviors. The capybara lies on its side, the gorilla beats its chest, the crocodile lurks in the water. That's a level of quality Mojang should learn from.
The mod is compatible with most other mods: its mobs spawn in biomes from Biomes O' Plenty and other world generation mods. On servers, you can configure which mobs spawn.
Alex's Mobs is available on Forge and NeoForge. There's no official Fabric port, but some modpacks use unofficial ones.
Features and mechanics
Here are the main features of Alex's Mobs:
- 80+ new mobs based on real animals
- Unique mechanics for every mob
- Spawning in fitting biomes
- Unique items and materials from mobs
- Beautiful animations and sounds
- Biomes O' Plenty compatibility
- In-game bestiary
- Configurable spawn rules
Pros and cons
Pros
- 80+ mobs: huge variety
- Every mob has unique mechanics (not just decoration)
- The best animations of any mob mod
- Mobs fit naturally into the vanilla world
- Bestiary with info on every mob
Cons
- No Fabric port
- Lots of mobs can slow your world down
- Some mobs can be too aggressive
- Requires the Citadel library
How to install Alex's Mobs
Alex's Mobs requires Forge or NeoForge and the Citadel library. Download both from Modrinth or CurseForge and drop them into the mods/ folder.
- Install the right mod loader: Forge or NeoForge. NeoForge is available from neoforged.net.
- Download Alex's Mobs from its official page. Make sure the version matches your Minecraft version (1.16.5 - 1.21.4).
- Copy the downloaded
.jarfile into the.minecraft/mods/folder. Don't unpack the file. - Launch Minecraft with your loader's profile. If the game crashes, check
.minecraft/logs/latest.log: the most common problem is a version mismatch.
Compatibility
Editor's review
Alex's Mobs is the best mob mod out there, and it's not even close. 80+ animals, each with unique mechanics, plus beautiful animations: that's a level Mojang can only dream of. Capybaras, gorillas, orcas: every animal makes the world feel more alive. The only downside: no Fabric version. A must-have in any adventure modpack.
Related mods
If you like Alex's Mobs, check out these mods too:
| Mod | Category | Loader | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex's Mobs (this mod) | Mobs and creatures | Forge, NeoForge | 4.8 |
| Biomes O' Plenty | World generation | Forge, NeoForge, Fabric | 4.5 |
| Farmer's Delight | Food and farming | Forge, NeoForge, Fabric | 4.7 |
| Quark | Utility | Forge, NeoForge | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions about Alex's Mobs
How do I install Alex's Mobs?
Alex's Mobs requires Forge or NeoForge and the Citadel library. Download both from Modrinth or CurseForge and drop them into the mods/ folder. You'll find more details in our guide to installing mods.
Which Minecraft versions does Alex's Mobs work on?
Alex's Mobs supports Minecraft 1.16.5 - 1.21.4. Always check on Modrinth or CurseForge that the mod has a release for your version of the game.
Does Alex's Mobs work on Fabric?
Alex's Mobs isn't officially available on Fabric. The mod runs on: Forge, NeoForge. If you play on Fabric, look for an alternative among the related mods above.
Is Alex's Mobs free?
Yes. Alex's Mobs is completely free and you can download it from Modrinth or CurseForge. Never pay for Minecraft mods: if someone tries to sell you a mod, it's a scam.
Does Alex's Mobs work on servers?
Alex's Mobs has to be installed on both the client and the server. If you run a server, install the same mod in the server's mods/ folder. You'll find more about servers in our guide.
