🎥 How to Set Up Replay Mod in Minecraft for Timelapse, Montages & Cinematic Builds

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Want to record your Minecraft builds, create epic timelapses, or shoot cinematic montages like the pros? 🎬
Replay Mod is the tool every Minecraft YouTuber, builder, and content creator needs. Whether you’re showcasing an SMP base, recording event highlights, or capturing your building process — this guide will help you set it up like a pro.


🚀 What is Replay Mod?

Replay Mod is a Minecraft mod that lets you:

  • Record your gameplay in the background
  • Freely control the camera in post-recording
  • Export your footage into cinematic videos
  • Perfect for timelapses, SMP showcases, and montages

🔧 Requirements

Before installing Replay Mod, make sure you have:

RequirementRecommended
Minecraft Version1.20.1 or 1.19.4
Mod LoaderFabric (preferred)
Required ModsFabric API + Replay Mod
Recording Software(Optional) OBS for overlay/voice
HostingSerververse for optimal multiplayer performance

🛠️ How to Install Replay Mod (Step-by-Step)

1. 💻 Install Fabric Loader

  • Go to https://fabricmc.net/use/
  • Download the Fabric Installer for your OS
  • Install it for your current Minecraft version (1.20.1 recommended)
  • Make sure Fabric Loader appears in your Minecraft Launcher

2. 📁 Install Mods

Download the following mods and place them into your .minecraft/mods folder:

🔍 Tip: Use Modrinth for faster downloads.


3. ▶️ Launch and Start Recording

  • Open Minecraft with Fabric
  • Enter a world or server (SMP, creative, etc.)
  • Hit P (default) to start/stop recording a replay
  • The mod silently captures every moment for later editing

💡 Pro Tip: On Serververse-hosted servers, Replay Mod syncs great with low-lag and 24/7 uptime for long builds and survival projects.


4. 🎞️ Open Replay Viewer

After finishing your session:

  • Go to “Replay Viewer” from the main menu
  • Select your recording file
  • Launch it into a Replay Mod timeline

5. 📸 Add Keyframes & Render

  • Use keyframes to move the camera, zoom in/out, or orbit builds
  • Add slow pans, cinematic angles, or top-down time-lapse movement
  • Export as .mp4 or .mov format for editing in Premiere or CapCut

🎥 You can export in 4K 60FPS if your PC supports it.


🎨 Ideas for What You Can Make

  • 🏗️ Time-lapse of a mega base or SMP build
  • 🔥 Montages of PvP, raids, or SMP lore
  • 🌀 Cinematic intro for your Minecraft YouTube channel
  • 🎭 Story-driven machinima episodes
  • 🌎 360° build flyovers for showcasing projects

📤 Replay Mod + Serververse = Smooth Recordings

Whether you’re building on a public SMP or running a private creative world, Serververse gives you:

  • Lag-free gameplay while recording
  • 📂 Instant access to server files for backup or editing
  • 🎬 Unlimited mod support for Replay, shaders, Optifine, etc.
  • 🔄 24/7 uptime for long recording sessions and time-lapse scenes

🧠 Hosting your world on Serververse ensures Replay Mod records smoothly without dropped frames or unexpected disconnects.

👉 Start Your Minecraft Replay World Now


🏁 Final Thoughts

Replay Mod opens up a new world of creativity in Minecraft. Whether you’re a YouTuber, content creator, or just want to share beautiful builds with your friends — it’s a must-have tool.

Set it up once, and you’ll be recording professional-looking footage every session. Combine it with Serververse hosting, and you’ve got the ultimate setup for cinematic Minecraft content.


Need help installing mods or optimizing your Replay setup? Contact Serververse Support or join our creator community on Discord.

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