Frequently Asked Questions
INFO
Windows, Linux, and macOS are all supported.
DANGER
The following launchers are NOT supported and could result in a client ban: ATLauncher, FDB, HMCL, Modrinth, PCL, SKLauncher, Weave Loader.
Game crashes on launch
- Make sure you are using the latest 1.8.9 Forge (version 2318).
- Make sure you have a valid JDK set as your Java executable (version 8, update 161 or later).
- If you have OptiFine installed, make sure it is the latest version for 1.8.9.
- Make sure you have not placed the Raven jar in your mods folder more than once.
- If the issue persists, try a different launcher such as Prism or GDLauncher.
Game freezes on the main menu
- Make sure you have an active internet connection.
- Make sure your system clock is synced: Settings → Date & Time → Sync now (time.windows.com).
- Make sure you do not have
-noverifyor-xverifyin your Java arguments. - Try temporarily removing your Raven folder to rule out corrupt config files.
- If you recently reset your PC, submit a HWID update request.
- If the issue persists, try a VPN — your IP may be blocked by Cloudflare.
- Reinstall Minecraft and Java, then restart your PC.
Other issues
- If a Command Prompt window opens when launching, you set
java.exeinstead ofjavaw.exeas your Java executable path. - If the GUI appears white, disable Fast Render in OptiFine settings.
- If Name Hider or AntiShuffle is not working, disable Optimized font renderer in Patcher settings.
- If minigame modules are not working, make sure your Hypixel language is set to English.
- If you receive a
lamperror, install the Patcher mod or clear your corrupted config files.
Other questions
- How do I encrypt scripts? See the Encryption page, or watch the video guide.