CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Combat Craft
Progression solely through combat.
Quick answer
Which Combat Craft release should I use?
Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1 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 Combat Craft 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 Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1 need?
Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1. 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 Combat Craft without breaking your instance.
Built for Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1. It targets 1.21.1 with NeoForge; 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 Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Combat Craft add?
This mod makes it possible to progress solely through combat.
Intended to be used for those who find mining tedious and would rather prefer the hack and slash gameplay of an action game.
Functions seamlessly in modpacks. The functions of this mod apply to any and all monster-type entities that may be implemented by other mods.
Makes it so all monsters drop iron nuggets on death.
Makes it so creepers drop gold nuggets on death.
Makes it so squids drop lapis lazuli on death.
Makes it so magma cubes drop redstone on death.
Makes it so villagers drop emeralds on death.
Makes it so wither skeletons and endermen drop diamond shards on death.
Makes it so zombified piglins drop debris shards on death.
Diamond Shards
Diamond shards can be combined to form a diamond following the recipe below.

Debris Shards
Debris shards can be combined to form ancient debris following the recipe below.

Intended to be used in larger modpacks to allow the player to get straight to fighting monsters and bosses.
Feel free to use this mod in any modpack.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Combat Craft by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.20.1
1 loader build1.19.4
1 loader build1.19.2
1 loader build1.18.2
1 loader build1.16.5
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Combat Craft versions and loaders
Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_neoforge_1.21.1.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - 1.20.1 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_1.20.1.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - 1.19.4 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_1.19.4.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - 1.19.2 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_1.19.2.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - 1.18.2 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_1.18.2.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - 1.16.5 - Version 3.1
combat_craft_1.16.5.jar
18 Jan 2026
Combat Craft - NeoForge 1.21.1 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_neoforge_1.21.1.jar
15 Aug 2025
Combat Craft - 1.20.1 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_1.20.1.jar
15 Aug 2025
Combat Craft - 1.19.4 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_1.19.4.jar
15 Aug 2025
Combat Craft - 1.19.2 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_1.19.2.jar
15 Aug 2025
Combat Craft - 1.18.2 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_1.18.2.jar
15 Aug 2025
Combat Craft - 1.16.5 - Version 3.0
combat_craft_1.16.5.jar
15 Aug 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.