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DigDug
DigDug is a newly developed mod that aims to revamp the way Minecraft's mining and armor/tool progression work. With new mobs having unique features and new ores with new functionality, I really hope you like my debut mod, DigDug.
Quick answer
Which DigDug release should I use?
digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar targets 1.21.8 with Fabric. 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 DigDug 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 digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar need?
digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar. 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 DigDug without breaking your instance.
Built for digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar. It targets 1.21.8 with Fabric; 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 digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does DigDug add?

Introduction
Mining in Minecraft can get boring at times. You have a pickaxe and you just mine and mine. DigDug aims to change that and even plans to change the armor/tool progression PAST Netherite while still feeling vanilla. With new foods, tools, ores, and even mobs, DigDug tries to ensure you will NEVER be bored while mining.
Feedback & Ideas can be sent to smartercob on Discord
Ores
Witchine Ore
A new ore found within the deep swamps of the world. It can only be found in Swamps and Mangrove Swamp biomes from y=64 all the way down to bedrock. This ore can be used alongside a Poisonous Potato & a Fermented Spider Eye to create a Hexed Potato. (More on Hexed Potatoes soon...)
Sapphire Ore
A new gemstone found in any snow biome, it currently doesn't have a use. However, I do have major plans for it in the future.
Boomite Ore
A new favorite ore of mine, it can be found ANYWHERE below y=24. When mined or interacted with, it will explode and can cause a chain reaction with other Boomite Ores. When mined, it drops Gunpowder however I do aim to change that. When powered with Redstone, it becomes Charged Boomite Ore which creates a bigger explosion. It can also be used to craft a new tool, useful for mining...
Opal Ore
A new ore found only above the clouds of the world (y=192 and above), this ore can be used to create sky-themed blocks. There is currently only one however there will be more soon.
Entities
Cluckshroom
A chicken found in Mushroom Fields that is similar to the Mooshroom. Originally added in Minecraft Earth, I decided to bring it into the world.
Dummy
A new hostile mob, normally spawning with a Wooden Hoe. It is immune to melee and ranged damage but is prone to explosive and fire damage. Basically, you cannot hit or shoot at it, but you can set it on fire! It has a chance to drop an Ominous Potato.
Enchantments
Domain
A chestplate enchantment that increases your Block Reach! It can go up to level 3.
Scope
A chestplate enchantment that increases your Attack Reach! It can also go up to level 3.
Softness
A pickaxe enchantment that allows you to safely mine Boomite without it exploding.
Other Additions
Rotten Flesh to Leather
You can now craft Rotten Flesh to Leather by a simple system!
- Put Rotten Flesh onto a Campfire to get Dried Hide.
- You can use 3 Dried Hide to craft 1 Leather. Simple as that, you can say bye to extra Rotten Flesh you have laying around!
Hexed Potatoes
A new way to brew effects. These are a stackable way to consume potions and can even fill up some hunger! However, the effects only last 2 minutes and you get 2 minutes of Unluckiness alongside it.
Dynamite
A new tool useful for mining! Using 3 Paper and 1 Boomite Ore OR 2 Gunpowder and 1 Sand, you can create a throwable version of TnT. It's especially useful while mining for Ancient Debris in the Nether.
Black Iron
An alloy created with 2 Iron Ingots and 1 Netherite Ingot, it begins the new tier of items that will come after Netherite.
If anyone has any suggestions, feedback, or ideas, please contact smartercob on Discord or comment on my YouTube channel!
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
DigDug by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
DigDug versions and loaders
digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8(fixed).jar
digdug-1.0-fabric-1.21.8.jar
14 Mar 2026
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.