CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Hordes Ultimate
Adds 9 unique, intelligent zombie hordes that randomly attack at night, featuring advanced block-breaking AI and a built-in performance engine for a 50+ FPS boost.
Quick answer
Which Hordes Ultimate release should I use?
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1) targets 1.20.1 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 Hordes Ultimate 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 Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1) need?
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1). 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 Hordes Ultimate without breaking your instance.
Built for Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1). Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1). It targets 1.20.1 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 Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1). It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Hordes Ultimate add?
Hordes Ultimate
Hordes Ultimate is the ultimate zombie survival challenge! This mod adds 9 highly intelligent, distinct zombie hordes that randomly assault you during the night. Featuring custom AI, dynamic spawning rules, and a built-in performance engine, this mod guarantees intense gameplay without sacrificing your FPS.
Available for both Fabric 1.20.1 and NeoForge 1.21.1.
🌙 Nightly Assaults & Fair Spawning
Hordes don't just spawn constantly; they are perfectly balanced to keep you on your toes:
- Night-Only Spawns: Hordes will only attack between sunset and sunrise.
- Early Game Protection: During your 1st and 2nd night in a new world, you are almost completely safe (only a 0.01% chance of an attack).
- Randomized Attacks: Starting from the 3rd night, there is a random 35% chance each night that a horde will strike.
- 30-Second Warning: You will receive a terrifying gold warning message in the chat exactly 30 seconds before the horde arrives, giving you just enough time to prepare your defenses!
🧟 The 9 Unique Hordes
Every attack features one of 9 distinct horde types. Each requires a completely different strategy to survive:
- ⛏️ The MINER Horde: You cannot hide. These zombies wield pickaxes and have a custom AI that allows them to literally mine through blocks and walls to reach you. No bunker is safe!
- ⚔️ The WARRIOR Horde: A fast, hard-hitting swarm of melee fighters armed with various swords and speed buffs.
- 🛡️ The KNIGHT Horde: Heavily armored tanks wielding heavy weapons and shields. They have permanent Resistance II, making them incredibly hard to kill.
- 🔥 The PYROMANCER Horde: A terrifying swarm of burning zombies. They are completely immune to fire, permanently on fire themselves, and will set you ablaze on every hit.
- 🪓 The BERSERKER Horde: Fast, leaping attackers wielding heavy axes that can disable your shields. Buffed with Speed II, Strength II, and Jump Boost II.
- 👻 The GHOST Horde: Completely invisible assassins. The only thing you will see in the dark is a swarm of floating swords rushing towards you.
- 🧱 The TANK Horde: Extremely slow, but practically indestructible. Clad in Netherite/Diamond armor with heavy resistance effects.
- 🥷 The NINJA Horde: Invisible, hyper-agile assassins wearing only leather helmets. They have Speed III and Jump Boost III to easily leap over your walls.
- 🧨 The BOMBER Horde: Absolute chaos. These fast zombies carry TNT on their heads and will literally throw primed TNT at you that explodes instantly on impact!
⚡ Hordes Ultimate Performance Engine (50+ FPS Boost)
Massive zombie hordes usually cause immense lag—but not with this mod! The Hordes Ultimate Performance Engine is built directly into the mod to guarantee high FPS and TPS:
- AI Pathfinding Throttling: Mobs that are far away from the player use 75% less CPU power for their AI processing.
- Dynamic Entity Culling: The engine automatically stops rendering entities that are further than 48 blocks away, massively boosting your client-side FPS.
⚙️ Fully Configurable
Everything is fully configurable via the /hordes command in-game or the hordes.json config file:
- Trigger manual hordes:
/hordes start <type> - Adjust the nightly attack chance:
/hordes chance <0.0 - 1.0> - Configure the Performance Engine:
/hordes performance toggle
💬 Feedback & Suggestions
Got a terrifying idea for a new horde? Or suggestions for new general features and improvements? Let me know in the comments! I'm always looking for your feedback to make Hordes Ultimate even better.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Hordes Ultimate by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
2 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Hordes Ultimate versions and loaders
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Fabric 1.20.1)
Hordes-Ultimate-v1.0.2-Fabric-1.20.1.jar
26 Oct 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Forge 1.21.1)
Hordes-Ultimate-v1.0.2-Forge-1.21.1.jar
26 Oct 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (NeoForge 1.21.1)
Hordes-Ultimate-v1.0.2-NeoForge-1.21.1.jar
26 Oct 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.2 (Forge 1.20.1)
Hordes-Ultimate-v1.0.2-Forge-1.20.1.jar
26 Oct 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.1 (NeoForge 1.21.1)
hordes-1.0.1.jar
3 Aug 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.1 (Fabric 1.20.1)
hordes-1.0.1.jar
3 Aug 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.0 (Fabric 1.20.1)
hordes-1.0.0.jar
2 Aug 2026
Hordes Ultimate v1.0.0 (NeoForge 1.21.1)
hordes-1.0.0.jar
2 Aug 2026
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