How do I install Neighborly?

Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. Download the .jar. Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile. Opens on CurseForge — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.

What Minecraft version does Neighborly work with?

The listing gives Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.21.8, 1.21.1, among others. This is the version stated by the author or source site, not something we verified ourselves.

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Neighborly

Java mod listed for Minecraft 1.19–1.21. Downloads from the MC Java Mods app on Android.

by Cherry_Dev · on CurseForge

Which build do you need?

This mod ships a separate file for every mod loader and every version of the game. Pick both, then download — the wrong build installs fine and then does nothing in the game.

Mod loader

Mod loader NeoForge4 builds
Mod loader Forge2 builds

Minecraft version

Minecraft 1.21.8Newest
Minecraft 1.21.4
Minecraft 1.21.1
Minecraft 1.20.6

Minecraft 1.20.1Newest
Minecraft 1.19.2

⬇ Download for 1.21.8 · NeoForge ⬇ Download for 1.21.4 · NeoForge ⬇ Download for 1.21.1 · NeoForge ⬇ Download for 1.20.6 · NeoForge ⬇ Download for 1.20.1 · Forge ⬇ Download for 1.19.2 · Forge

I don't know my version or loader

Open the Minecraft launcher and look at the profile you play on — it names both, like fabric-loader-1.21.4. The version also shows in the bottom-right corner of the game's main menu.

No loader in the profile name? Then it's plain Minecraft, and these mods won't run — you need Fabric or NeoForge installed first.

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The successor to Neighborly, ReNeighborly, is here!

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Neighborly adds a diverse cast of friendly neighbors for you to find, talk to, and build homes for so they can join your town! The mod prioritizes strong character writing to offer a unique experience!

Neighborly is, from what I can tell, the most character development and dialog focused mod ever made for Minecraft. In this cozy mod, you'll meet a wide cast of little animal characters. Check in with them regularly to improve your friendship, and gather resources to build each neighbor their dream house! This mod is perfect for any peaceful or casual modpack, as it adds a lot of new depth to the game without adding new combat.

Features

12 unique neighbor characters with spawn egg crafting recipes
Over 250+ lines of dialog
12 unique house blueprints, one for each neighbor
Per-player reputation system with each neighbor
Neighbors give gifts once your reputation with them is good enough
Throw parties for your neighbors, complete with custom dialog for each party theme!
New: Neighbors know where their house is and will go home at night!

Documentation

Learn more about the mod and each of the neighbors on this Google Doc.

Quick facts

Edition: Minecraft Java
File type: .jar
Minecraft versions listed: 1.20.1, 1.21.8, 1.21.1
How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
Where to get it: Opens on CurseForge — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.

Install steps are the general flow for this file type — How to install Minecraft Java mods & modpacks walks through it step by step.

File checked by MCModsHub

Ships as Neighborly v1.1 for Forge 1.19.2.jar — drop this file into the mods folder
Download size: 3.7 MB
Download link checked 26 Sept 2026 — working

These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.

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