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MobAwareness
A Minecraft mod that makes mobs more intelligent and reactive to players, light, and sound.
Choose a version Pick your version below, then grab the matching file.
Quick answer
Which MobAwareness release should I use?
Latest stable file 1.0.0
Game version 1.20.4
Loader Forge
MobAwareness 1.0.0 targets 1.20.4 with Forge. Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is MobAwareness required on the client, server, or both?
Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server.
Client Not supported
Dedicated server Required
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume
This file is marked server-only.
What else does MobAwareness 1.0.0 need?
1.0.0. 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 MobAwareness without breaking your instance.
Built for MobAwareness 1.0.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 1.0.0. It targets 1.20.4 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 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.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Do not install it on the client. It must be installed on the dedicated server.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.0.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does MobAwareness add?
Mob Awareness
A Minecraft mod that makes mobs more intelligent and reactive to players, light, and sound.
Features
- Attracted to Light: Player-placed artificial light (torches, lanterns, etc.) attracts monsters at night.
- Sound Detection: Mobs can hear and investigate player-generated sounds like mining, block placing, jumping, sprinting, and combat.
- Base Sieges: Mobs will gather around and approach player bases at night if players are inside.
Customization
All features are fully configurable. You can:
- Enable or disable each behavior for specific mobs (zombies, skeletons, creepers, etc.).
- Adjust detection ranges, response chances, and other numerical values.
- Fine-tune the mod to your preferred playstyle and difficulty.
Modpack Permission
Feel free to use this mod in any modpack.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
MobAwareness by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Minecraft version
26.1.1
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
26.1
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.11
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.8
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.7
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.6
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.5
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.4
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.3
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.2
2 loader buildsMinecraft version
1.21.1
2 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 15 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
MobAwareness versions and loaders
1.0.0
mobawareness-1.20.4-forge-1.0.0.jar
15 Aug 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.20.4 · Forge setup 1.20.4Forge release
1.0.0
mobawareness-1.20.1-fabric-1.0.0.jar
6 Aug 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.20.1 · Fabric setup 1.20.1Fabric release
1.0.0
mobawareness-1.20.1-forge-1.0.0.jar
1 Aug 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.20.1 · Forge setup 1.20.1Forge release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1.1-fabric-1.0.3.jar
31 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.1 · Fabric setup 26.1.1Fabric release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1.1-neoforge-1.0.3.jar
30 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.1 · NeoForge setup 26.1.1NeoForge release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1.2-neoforge-1.0.3.jar
27 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.2 · NeoForge setup 26.1.2NeoForge release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1.2-fabric-1.0.3.jar
27 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.2 · Fabric setup 26.1.2Fabric release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1-fabric-1.0.3.jar
27 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1 · Fabric setup 26.1Fabric release
1.0.3
mobawareness-26.1-neoforge-1.0.3.jar
27 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1 · NeoForge setup 26.1NeoForge release
1.0.1
mobawareness-26.1.2-neoforge-1.0.1.jar
19 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.2 · NeoForge setup 26.1.2NeoForge release
1.0.1
mobawareness-26.1.2-fabric-1.0.1.jar
19 Jul 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 26.1.2 · Fabric setup 26.1.2Fabric release
1.0.0
mobawareness-1.21.7-neoforge-1.0.0.jar
29 Jun 2026
Client Not supported Server Required Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.21.7 · NeoForge setup 1.21.7NeoForge release
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
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