How to Use the Modrinth MCP in Windsurf

Q: How does Windsurf handle recursive dependency checks on Modrinth?

Cascade uses the getprojectdependencies tool to fetch the immediate requirements. It then chains recursive calls to map the entire tree, building a complete manifest directly in your editor.

Q: Can I search for specific Fabric mods on Modrinth using Windsurf?

Yes, Cascade uses the searchprojects tool to pass your loader and game version filters directly to the API. It parses the results to find matching projects that fit your current workspace configuration.

Q: Can Windsurf update my local mod list using Modrinth data?

Cascade reads your local files, runs listversions to find newer releases, and updates your configurations. It handles the entire update cycle autonomously by comparing local metadata with live registry info.

Q: How do I verify the team behind a mod?

Ask Cascade to check the creators. It runs getteammembers followed by getuserprofile to give you a quick breakdown of who maintains the code.

Build Minecraft modpacks and check dependencies inside Windsurf with Cascade chaining your Modrinth searches.

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Chain project discovery in the Windsurf MCP Server.

Let Cascade handle the heavy lifting of finding Minecraft mods. When you ask it to build a modpack, it fires up `search_projects` to find the exact files you need, filtering by game version and loader without waiting for your permission. Once it finds a candidate, the agent immediately runs `get_project` to inspect the metadata. It doesn't stop to ask you for the next step; it just builds the list and presents the final plan.

Resolve complex dependency trees automatically.

Modding breaks when versions clash. Cascade fixes this by querying `get_project_dependencies` to map out the entire tree of required libraries for your chosen mods. It then pulls the exact file details using `get_version` and `list_versions` to match your loader requirements. You get a fully resolved manifest in your workspace without writing a single API call yourself.

Audit creators and team credentials instantly.

Keep your modpack secure by verifying who wrote the code. Windsurf uses `get_team_members` and `get_user_profile` to check the reputation of the developers behind each project. The agent analyzes this data alongside `list_user_projects` to ensure you only import active, maintained mods. It filters out abandoned work before it ever touches your local setup.

Setup guide

Set up Modrinth MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the Modrinth MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Modrinth payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Modrinth tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "modrinth-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Modrinth MCP in Windsurf

Cascade uses the `get_project_dependencies` tool to fetch the immediate requirements. It then chains recursive calls to map the entire tree, building a complete manifest directly in your editor.

Yes, Cascade uses the `search_projects` tool to pass your loader and game version filters directly to the API. It parses the results to find matching projects that fit your current workspace configuration.

Cascade reads your local files, runs `list_versions` to find newer releases, and updates your configurations. It handles the entire update cycle autonomously by comparing local metadata with live registry info.

Ask Cascade to check the creators. It runs `get_team_members` followed by `get_user_profile` to give you a quick breakdown of who maintains the code.

Your search queries and project metadata requests are completely sandboxed. Vinkius runs the connector in an ephemeral V8 isolate, meaning no search terms, user profiles, or project IDs are stored or leaked.

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