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TheGrinner

A Horror Mod With Little AI Help

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Which TheGrinner release should I use?

Updated 3 days ago
Latest stable file thegrinner-1.0.0.jar
Game version 1.21.1
Loader NeoForge

thegrinner-1.0.0.jar targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge. 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 TheGrinner required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

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Loader for this release NeoForge
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The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

What else does thegrinner-1.0.0.jar need?

thegrinner-1.0.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

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 TheGrinner without breaking your instance.

Built for thegrinner-1.0.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use thegrinner-1.0.0.jar. It targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    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.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside thegrinner-1.0.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does TheGrinner add?

The Grinner

Something is watching you.

The Grinner is a horror-focused Minecraft mod built around an unpredictable creature that stalks players instead of simply attacking them.

The Grinner is designed to make exploration feel unsafe. It can appear unexpectedly, watch you from a distance, disappear when you notice it, and return from somewhere you weren't expecting.

Features

👁️ Stalking AI
The Grinner follows players from a distance and watches their movements instead of immediately attacking.

🫥 Disappearing & Relocation
When you notice the Grinner, it can disappear for several seconds and relocate to another nearby position.

🎭 Fake Sightings
The Grinner can suddenly appear at a distance, making you question whether you actually saw it.

🕴️ Teleportation
It can rarely appear behind the player without warning.

🚪 Door Knocking
Sometimes you may hear knocking around nearby doors even when nobody is there.

🪟 Window & Door Stalking
The Grinner can position itself around buildings and openings, making it feel like something is watching from outside.

😨 Jumpscares
Rare encounters can trigger sudden visual and audio effects designed to catch the player off guard.

🌑 Hunt Mode
The Grinner becomes more aggressive when the player is vulnerable or trapped in dark conditions.

📈 Escalating Horror
The longer the Grinner remains around, the more unpredictable its behavior can become.

👤 Custom Monster
The Grinner has its own custom entity and model rather than being a retextured vanilla mob.

The Goal

The Grinner isn't meant to be a normal Minecraft enemy.

It's meant to make you wonder:

"Did I just see something?"

And sometimes...

you really did.

Compatibility

Minecraft 1.21.1
NeoForge

More horror features and improvements are planned for future versions.

Project description from CurseForge.

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