BTH - Beyond the Horizon Modpack Resources & Information

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BTH - Beyond the Horizon is an ambitious Minecraft 1.20.1 modpack featuring over 340 carefully curated mods. This central resource hub provides quick access to all BTH documentation, guides, tutorials, and community resources for players and server administrators.

🚀 Quick Links

📦 Download BTH

Get the modpack from CurseForge

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📖 FAQ & Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions and issues

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⚡ Performance Guide

Optimize BTH for smooth gameplay

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🚀 Beginner's Guide

Your first 10 days survival tutorial

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🎮 56+ Ways to Play

Unique playstyles and challenges

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💬 Discord Community

Join for live support and discussions

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📚 Complete Guide Library

Getting Started

  • BTH Beginner's Survival Guide - Complete tutorial for your first 10 days including food system, wallet setup, and early progression
  • BTH FAQ - Comprehensive answers to frequently asked questions about installation, gameplay, and troubleshooting
  • 56+ Ways to Play BTH - Discover unique playstyles, challenges, and progression paths for endless replayability
  • Installation & Setup - Java versions, mod additions, and initial configuration
  • Gameplay Basics - Waystones, currency, hunger system, and core mechanics

Performance & Optimization

Server Administration

Advanced Topics

  • Distant Horizons Configuration - Optimize LOD generation and rendering distance
  • MineColonies Integration - Ancient Tomes, raids, and colony management
  • Tetra Progression - Finding ruins and upgrading tools
  • Custom Structures - BTH team's unique Create-based structures

🎮 Key Features of BTH

What Makes BTH Special

  • 340+ Carefully Curated Mods - Balanced blend of exploration, technology, and magic
  • Distant Horizons Integration - Stunning long-distance views with LOD rendering
  • Custom Economy System - Lightman's Currency with Create Deco coins
  • Peaceful Surface Nights - Safer overworld exploration with Blood Moon events
  • Unique Health System - Spice of Life: Valheim's food-based health mechanics
  • Custom BTH Structures - Exclusive Create-based builds with archaeology sites
  • Exclusive End-Game Items:
    • Terminus - Ultimate sword combining late-game weapons from all dimensions
    • NanoBot Soda - Powerful consumable with hours of buffs (requires magic and tech progression)
  • Plushie Challenge - Collectible challenge for completionists (details in Quest Book)

⚙️ System Requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
RAM 16GB System (8GB allocated) 32GB+ System (12-16GB allocated)
Java Java 17 Java 21 (Adoptium/GraalVM)
GPU GTX 1060 / RX 580 RTX 3060 / RX 6600 or better
Storage 15GB free space 25GB+ on SSD

🛠️ Troubleshooting Resources

Common Issues & Quick Fixes

  • Crashes on startup: Check RAM allocation (needs 8GB+) and Java version (17+)
  • Low FPS: See our performance guide
  • Can't see distant terrain: Check Distant Horizons render distance isn't 0
  • Waystones not working: Ensure wallet is equipped and contains Tiny Coins
  • Monsters not spawning: Normal behavior due to PeacefulSurface mod (except Blood Moons)

Getting Help

  1. Check the FAQ first - Most common issues are covered
  2. Join our Discord - Active community support
  3. Report bugs on GitHub - For technical issues
  4. Upload crash logs to mclo.gs - When seeking help

📦 Download BTH

Ready to Start Your Adventure?

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💡 Pro Tips

  • Start with optimization: Configure your settings using our performance guide before playing
  • Join the Discord early: Community members share valuable tips and custom configs
  • Be patient with Distant Horizons: Initial LOD generation causes lag but improves over time
  • Explore custom structures: BTH team structures contain unique loot and maps to other structures
  • Use JEI effectively: Type "@modname" to see all items from specific mods
  • Don't skip the Quest Book: Provides guidance and progression goals

📋 Major Mods in BTH

BTH includes over 340 carefully selected mods. Here are the major mods organized by category:

⚔️ Adventure & Combat

✨ Magic & Spellcasting

⚙️ Technology & Automation

🚂 Create Addons

🌍 World Generation & Dimensions

🏰 Structures & Dungeons

🍲 Food & Farming

🎒 Storage & Organization

🚗 Transportation

👥 NPCs & Villages

🏗️ Building & Decoration

⚡ Performance & Utilities

🎮 Quality of Life

This is a selection of the major mods in BTH. The full modpack contains 340+ mods working together to create a comprehensive gameplay experience.


This guide hub is regularly updated with new content and resources. Bookmark this page for quick access to all BTH documentation and join our Discord community for the latest updates and support.

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