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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Expanded World

Expanded World enhances your Minecraft experience by extending the world height, introducing custom caves, structures, and vegetation. Explore new depths and heights in your Minecraft worlds with this mod/datapack!

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Quick answer

Which Expanded World release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file 1.4.0
Game version 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Expanded World 1.4.0 targets 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Expanded World required on the client, server, or both?

Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Fabric, Forge, NeoForge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.

What else does Expanded World 1.4.0 need?

1.4.0. 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 Expanded World without breaking your instance.

Built for Expanded World 1.4.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.4.0. It targets 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21 with Fabric, Forge, 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

    Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.4.0. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Expanded World add?

Notice

Please be advised that there is currently an issue affecting ore generation across all versions, resulting in fewer ores than intended. A fix is actively being worked on and will be implemented as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Expanded World Mod/Datapack

Compatibility

not compatible with

  • Terralith

Description

Expanded World is a Minecraft Mod and Datapack that extends the world's vertical limit from 384 to 640 blocks (-128 to 512) and introduces bespoke cave systems across multiple biomes. Alongside, it integrates custom vanilla-style structures and enhances the game's generation and vegetation mechanics.

Installation

Datapack Installation

Installing the datapack follows the standard procedure. Prior to installation or updating, it's advisable to create backups of your worlds.

Mod Installation

Expanded World can also function as a mod for Forge, NeoForge, and Fabric. Refer to the specific installation guidelines provided for each respective mod loader.

Features

  • Elevates the world height to a minimum of Y: -128 and maximum of Y: 512
  • Introduces tailored cave systems across various biomes, including ice, snow, desert, jungle, swamp, and badlands
  • Augments vegetation in swamp and birch forests, and introduces fallen trees within forests and taigas
  • Expands vanilla village and pillager outpost placements across diverse biomes
  • Introduces new village variants in badlands, swamp, dark forest, and jungle
  • Adds a novel structure: small camps featuring tents and campfires

Project description from Modrinth.

Pick your setup

Expanded World by Minecraft version and loader

Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.

65 available setups

Showing the newest 12 of 13 game versions. Older files are in the list below.

Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.

Recent files

Expanded World versions and loaders

6 of 6 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.