What does Geckolib actually do?

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What does Geckolib actually do?

I see a lot of mods here saying they require geckolib, and i know it has to do with entities, but what does Geckolib actually let modders do?

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GeckoLib basically lets…
Mon, 04/21/2025 - 10:28

GeckoLib basically lets modders create custom animations for entities — think walking, attacking, idling, roaring, whatever — beyond the standard Minecraft bone structure. It’s kind of like the backbone for any mod that has fancy animated mobs or armor, especially when you see fluid movement, opening jaws, tail sways, wings flapping, etc.

Without GeckoLib, you’re stuck using Minecraft’s default (and pretty limited) animation system. With it, modders can import animations made in programs like Blockbench and actually make entities feel alive.

So yeah — if you’re seeing mods that have custom creatures, armor sets that animate, or even bosses with multi-stage attacks, chances are GeckoLib is running the show behind the scenes.