CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Realistic Nametag
Makes name tags behave realistically, hiding them behind blocks and objects.
Quick answer
Which Realistic Nametag release should I use?
Realistic Nametag 1.3.1 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Realistic Nametag required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Realistic Nametag 1.3.1 need?
1.3.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Realistic Nametag without breaking your instance.
Built for Realistic Nametag 1.3.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.3.1. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.3.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Realistic Nametag add?
Features
Name tags will no longer render through opaque blocks and objects, but will remain visible through transparent ones like glass.
If a name tag is partially obstructed, only the visible part will be drawn.
If this mod is installed on the server, clients must also have it installed to join. This ensures fairness.
Configuration
You can configure the mod by editing the [Server Folder]/saves/[World Name]/serverconfig/realisticnametag-server.toml in your Minecraft folder.
disableMod: Set totrueto completely disable the mod's features. (Default:false)disableInSpectator: Set this tofalseif you want the mod's effects to remain active while in spectator mode. (Default:true)
Compatibility
This mod is compatible with the following mods:
- Simple Voice Chat
- Essential Mod
- Figura
Known Issues
Currently, there is an incompatibility with the namepain mod. A solution is being investigated.
My Mods
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Realistic Nametag by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
1 loader build1.16.5
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Realistic Nametag versions and loaders
1.3.1
RealisticNametag-forge-1.20.1-1.3.1.jar
26 Jul 2026
1.3.1
RealisticNametag-forge-1.16.5-1.3.1.jar
26 Jul 2026
1.3.1
RealisticNametag-neoforge-1.21.1-1.3.1.jar
26 Jul 2026
Neoforge-1.21.1-1.3.0
RealisticNametag-neoforge-1.21.1-1.3.0.jar
3 Jun 2026
Forge-1.20.1-1.3.0
RealisticNametag-forge-1.20.1-1.3.0.jar
3 Jun 2026
Forge-1.16.5-1.3.0
RealisticNametag-forge-1.16.5-1.3.0.jar
3 Jun 2026
NeoForge-1.21.1-1.2.1
Realistic-Nametag-neoforge-1.21.1-1.2.1.jar
15 Jan 2026
Forge-1.20.1-1.2.1
Realistic-Nametag-forge-1.20.1-1.2.1.jar
15 Jan 2026
1.2.1
Realistic-Nametag-forge-1.16.5-1.2.1.jar
15 Jan 2026
Forge-1.16.5-1.2.1
Realistic-Nametag-forge-1.16.5.1-1.2.1.jar
15 Jan 2026
Forge-1.16.5-1.2.0
Realistic-Nametag-forge-1.16.5-1.2.0.jar
6 Oct 2025
NeoForge-1.21.1-1.2.0
Realistic-Nametag-neoforge-1.21.1-1.2.0.jar
5 Oct 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.

