Frequently Asked Questions

Foundry is an AI-powered Minecraft modding studio that runs locally on your machine. It includes a no-code Builder mode where you describe what you want and the AI writes the code, plus a full built-in IDE where you can read, edit, and extend every line yourself. It supports Fabric and NeoForge, handles all project setup automatically, and includes tools for building, testing, debugging, and porting mods.

No. Foundry's Builder mode is completely no-code - just describe what you want in plain English and the AI creates it. If you're curious, the full IDE is always there to explore the code the AI wrote. Many users start with no coding knowledge and learn Java naturally just by reading along.

Absolutely. Foundry includes a full Monaco-based IDE with file browsing and direct access to your mod's source code. You can use the AI as a guide, write code yourself, or mix approaches. The AI reads Minecraft's actual decompiled source code - not just documentation - so it understands the game at a deep level.

Cloud generators run on a server and hand you back a compiled .jar file with no visibility into what was built or how. Foundry runs locally, shows you every line of code, lets you edit anything, and gives you a complete modding environment - not just an output file. You own the code, can learn from it, extend it, and use Foundry's built-in tools to test and iterate.

Traditionally, setting up a Minecraft mod project requires installing a specific JDK version, configuring Gradle, setting up a Fabric or NeoForge project structure, and downloading decompiled Minecraft source code. Foundry handles all of this in one click. You pick a mod loader and Minecraft version, and the full project initializes and is ready to go.

Download Foundry from our download page, run the installer, and follow the setup wizard. Foundry handles everything else automatically - no need to install Java, Gradle, or any mod loaders manually.

Foundry currently supports Windows 10/11 (64-bit), with macOS and Linux support coming soon. We recommend at least 8GB RAM and 10GB free disk space. A stable internet connection is required for AI features. Join our Discord to be notified when Mac and Linux support launches.

No! Foundry is designed for everyone. You can describe what you want in natural language and the AI will write the code. If you do know Java, you can edit the code directly in the built-in editor.

Foundry can create custom blocks, items, tools, armor, food, recipes, creative tabs, ore generation, custom dimensions, and more. We're actively expanding capabilities - check our roadmap to see what's coming next.

The AI has access to Minecraft's decompiled source code and can explore it just like a human developer. It reads the actual game code to understand patterns and implement features correctly.

Yes. Foundry includes a full Monaco editor (the same one VS Code uses). You can edit any file directly, and the AI can still help you when you get stuck.

Foundry supports Fabric and NeoForge - the two leading mod loaders for modern Minecraft development.

We currently support the latest version of Minecraft for each platform. Support for older versions (1.20.x, 1.19.x, etc.) is coming soon - check our roadmap for updates.

Yes! Foundry includes a built-in porting wizard that handles version porting between Minecraft releases. It automatically detects API changes and guides you through the process. Cross-platform porting between Fabric and NeoForge coming soon.

No. Tokens are yours to keep for as long as you need them. There are no expiry dates or monthly resets - they stay in your account until you use them.

Yes, anytime. You can purchase any token pack as many times as you like. Tokens stack across purchases, so you can top up whenever you're running low.

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