# How to Install Vault Hunters on Your Minecraft Server (/docs/minecraft/install-vault-hunters)



Vault Hunters is a popular RPG-style modpack where players level up, unlock abilities, and raid procedurally generated vaults for loot. It was popularized by the Hermitcraft community.

Installing Vault Hunters [#installing-vault-hunters]

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    Check the modpack installer [#1-check-the-modpack-installer]

    Go to `Modpacks` on the [XGamingServer panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and search for "Vault Hunters". If available, install it with one click.
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    Manual installation [#2-manual-installation]

    If not in the installer, download the Vault Hunters server pack from [CurseForge](https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/modpacks/vault-hunters-1-18-2).
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    Upload server files [#3-upload-server-files]

    Stop your server and upload the server pack files via `Files`:

    * `/mods/` folder
    * `/config/` folder
    * `/scripts/` folder (if included)
    * Forge installer or server JAR
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    Set the Forge version [#4-set-the-forge-version]

    Vault Hunters requires a specific Forge version listed in the modpack documentation. Set it in `Startup`.
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    Allocate RAM [#5-allocate-ram]

    Vault Hunters is moderately resource-intensive:

    | Players | Recommended RAM |
    | ------- | --------------- |
    | 1–5     | 5 GB            |
    | 5–10    | 6 GB            |
    | 10–20   | 8 GB+           |
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    Start and accept EULA [#6-start-and-accept-eula]

    Start the server from `Console`, [accept the EULA](/docs/minecraft/agree-to-eula) if prompted, and restart.
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Configuration [#configuration]

Vault difficulty [#vault-difficulty]

Vault Hunters configs are in `/config/the_vault/`. You can adjust:

* Vault crystal drop rates
* Mob difficulty scaling
* Loot table weights
* Ability unlock requirements

Server performance [#server-performance]

Vaults generate complex structures on the fly. To improve performance:

* Set a reasonable view distance (8–10 chunks)
* Limit concurrent vault instances
* Schedule regular [restarts](/docs/minecraft/server-restart-schedule) to clear memory

Playing Vault Hunters [#playing-vault-hunters]

Players need the same Vault Hunters version installed via CurseForge or a compatible launcher. Key gameplay features:

* **Vault Crystals** — Craft and use to enter randomized vaults
* **Skill Trees** — Unlock abilities and talents as you level
* **Vault Gear** — Find and roll powerful equipment in vaults
* **Boss Fights** — Face vault bosses for rare rewards

> 💡 **Tip:** Vault Hunters is designed for a small group of friends (2–10 players). Large public servers may struggle with the resource demands of multiple simultaneous vaults.

> 📝 **Note:** The modpack frequently updates. Check for [modpack updates](/docs/minecraft/update-modpacks) regularly, but always read changelogs before updating as they may require world resets.

See also: [Installing Modpacks](/docs/minecraft/update-modpacks) | [Update Modpacks](/docs/minecraft/update-modpacks) | [How Much RAM](/docs/minecraft/how-much-ram)

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