PackPing
by stromblex
PackPing is a Fabric and NeoForge utility for modpack maintainers that checks for a newer modpack version and notifies players in-game.
What it does
A modpack sets its current version, and PackPing compares it against a remote or latest version source. When a newer release turns up, a notice appears inside the game. The mod is built as a minimal update-checking tool, meant to give maintainers a light notice system without extra features. It is client-side only, so players install it and servers do not need it. Files exist for NeoForge and Fabric across 16 release versions, 1.21 – 26.2, and the code is under the MIT License, so it is open source.
Key features
Version comparison
The modpack's current version is compared against a remote or latest version source to decide whether an update exists.
In-game notification
When a newer version is detected, the player sees a notice inside the game rather than having to check a website.
Lightweight update notice
The mod is a small, single-purpose checker that only reports available updates and adds nothing else to the game.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
26.x4 of 4 versions with builds
1.21.x12 of 12 versions with builds
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
How it compares
Simple Update Checker runs on Fabric and Quilt, and either side can run it, so neither needs it. It is released under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 only, for 1.21.1 – 26.3. Loaded Mods Checker is client-side only for Fabric and NeoForge, under the Mozilla Public License 2.0, for 1.21 – 26.1.2. Both differ from PackPing in their loaders or version range.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PackPing | Fabric and NeoForge | 1.21 – 26.2 | Client-side only | 2026-06-18 |
| Simple Update Checker | Fabric and Quilt | 1.21.1 – 26.3 | Client or server, optional | 2026-09-11 |
| Loaded Mods Checker | Fabric and NeoForge | 1.21 – 26.1.2 | Client-side only | 2026-08-09 |
Questions
Does PackPing need to be installed on the server?
In the catalog
PackPing is one of 8,016 Management mods on ModsFinder, and one of 5,930 Management mods for Fabric. 13,894 mods support Minecraft 26.2.
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What the author says
PackPing is a minimal update-checking utility for Minecraft modpacks. It allows a modpack to define its current version and compare it against a remote/latest version source. If a newer version is detected, the player receives a notification in-game. The mod is intended to provide a clean and lightweight update…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/packping
- Owner
- stromblex
- Published
- 2025-08-17
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-06-18
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15