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Better Village
A hardcore overhaul mod that changes classic mechanics and adds new ores, biomes, and dungeons.
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Quick answer
Which Better Village release should I use?
Latest stable file 1.0.0
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge
Better Village 1.0.0 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Better Village 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 Forge
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 Better Village 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 Better Village without breaking your instance.
Built for Better Village 1.0.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.0.0. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; 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
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 1.0.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Better Village add?
This mod changes classic Minecraft mechanics and adds new ores, biomes, and dungeons to make the game much harder. Gathering bark and sticks from trees is just the start of a more realistic and challenging survival experience.
The mod is currently in BETA, so some features are still being tested and developed.
Project description from Modrinth.
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Better Village by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Better Village versions and loaders
1.0.0
better_village_craft-1.0.0-forge-1.20.1.jar
25 May 2026
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.20.1 · Forge setup 1.20.1Forge release
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
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