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Modrinth · Minecraft mod

Falling tree

A realistic tree-cutting datapack with physics-based falling animations for Minecraft!

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Quick answer

Which Falling tree release should I use?

Updated 2 months ago
beta file v1.0+mod
Game version 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Falling tree v1.0+mod targets 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8 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 Falling tree 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 Falling tree v1.0+mod need?

v1.0+mod. 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 Falling tree without breaking your instance.

Built for Falling tree v1.0+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

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    Stick to this file

    Use v1.0+mod. It targets 1.21.6, 1.21.7, 1.21.8 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.

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    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside v1.0+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Falling tree add?

Falling Trees Datapack

A realistic tree-cutting datapack with physics-based falling animations for Minecraft!

Features

🌲 Realistic Tree Physics

Trees fall with realistic physics when you break the bottom log! Watch as the tree rotates and falls in the direction away from you, with leaves deforming on impact.

🍃 Natural Leaf Drops

Leaves drop realistic items just like vanilla Minecraft:

  • Saplings (5% chance for most trees, 2.5% for jungle)
  • Sticks (2% chance)
  • Apples from oak and dark oak trees (0.5% chance)
  • Mangrove Propagules from mangrove trees

⚙️ Fully Configurable

Easy-to-use settings menu with clickable options:

menu

Available Settings:

  • Break Leaves - Toggle automatic leaf breaking (ON/OFF)
  • Sneak to Cut - Require sneaking to cut trees (ON/OFF, default: ON)
  • Physics - Enable realistic falling animation (ON/OFF, default: ON)
  • Logs Limit - Maximum logs to break (50/100/200)
  • Leaves Limit - Maximum leaves to break (100/200/500)

Access settings with: /function falling_tree:settings/menu

🎯 Smart Detection

  • Automatically detects all tree types
  • Handles big trees (2x2 trunks)
  • Validates tree structure (requires leaves nearby)
  • Only works when using an axe

How to Use

Default Mode (Sneak to Cut: ON)

  1. Hold any axe
  2. Sneak (Shift) while breaking the bottom log of a tree
  3. Watch the tree fall with physics!

Always Cut Mode (Sneak to Cut: OFF)

  1. Hold any axe
  2. Break the bottom log of a tree
  3. Tree automatically falls

Performance

  • Optimized for multiplayer servers
  • Configurable limits to prevent lag
  • Efficient block scanning algorithm
  • No constant tick overhead (only runs when trees are cut)

Compatibility

  • Minecraft Version: 1.21+
  • Multiplayer: ✅ Fully compatible
  • Other Datapacks: ✅ Should work with most datapacks
  • Vanilla Friendly: ✅ No resource pack required

Credits

The Physics of Falling Trees Inspired by Physical Falling Trees

Project description from Modrinth.

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