
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Real Nether
Burn in the Nether without protection.
Quick answer
Which Real Nether release should I use?
Real Nether 26.2+mod targets 26.2 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 Real Nether required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Real Nether 26.2+mod need?
26.2+mod. 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 Real Nether without breaking your instance.
Built for Real Nether 26.2+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 26.2+mod. It targets 26.2 with Fabric, Forge, 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
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 26.2+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Real Nether add?
Intro
Vanilla Minecraft has a -huge- problem. The Nether is cold.
Well, never fear! The Real Nether is here!
Prepare for a burning desire to cool off!
Summary
This data pack/mod assumes that the Nether is super hot! That means that mobs and players catch fire and burn when they enter the Nether.
The overall aim is to make the Nether harder by providing a new twist to the way that Netherite works and adding challenges to traverse the Nether.
For versions before 26.2 also read "LEGACY (versions below 26.2)"
Function
What changed?
The vanilla Netherite is now Netherite Alloy because it is made of Netherite Scrap and Gold Ingots, and now takes damage in fire/lava. If you build a Netherite Forge you can get real Netherite, which doesn't burn!.
Going into the Nether without wearing, carrying, or otherwise using one of these will cause you to combust:
- Netherite Armor (not Netherite Alloy)
- Ice, Packed Ice, or Blue Ice
- Fire Resistance
- Inside Powdered Snow
¡ New Features !
-- The Ice Machine
The Ice Machine is used to make Ice (from Ice Shards), and then use Ice for Packed/Blue ice.
-- The Netherite Forge!
(a new player-made structure)
The Netherite Forge is made from [Cracked or not] Polished Blackstone Bricks (which is acquired in the Nether), and is used to smelt Ancient Debris and Netherite Scrap, producing Netherite Scrap and Netherite Nuggets respectively.
-- The Netherite Smithing Table
The Netherite Smithing Table is used to craft Netherite items, such as: Ingots, Swords, Pickaxes, Armor, etc. . .
Supplementary Material
Recipes
| Item | Crafting Block | Recipe |
|---|---|---|
| Ice Machine | Crafting Table | ![]() |
| Ice | Ice Machine | ![]() |
| Packed Ice | Ice Machine | Packed Ice Recipe.png (same as Vanilla Crafting Table) |
| Blue Ice | Ice Machine | Blue Ice Recipe.png (same as Vanilla Crafting Table) |
| Netherite Smithing Table | Crafting Table | ![]() |
| Netherite Items | Netherite Smithing Table | ![]() |
Walkthrough
_for a general walkthrough read below, or watch "Real Nether - Legacy Instructional Video" found under the Legacy tab below_Written Out:
0) Collect Ice Shards from Ice, Packed Ice, and/or Blue Ice
1) Use 6 Cobblestone, 1 Cobblestone Slab, 1 Smooth Stone Slab, and 1 Hopper (see recipes) to craft the Ice Machine
Cobblestone and Cobbled Deepslate are interchangeable
2) Use the Ice Machine to craft Ice from Ice Shards (see recipes)
3) Gather -lots- of Ice, Packed Ice, and/or Blue Ice. [Inventory worth]
4) Use your supply of Ice to go to the Nether and acquire Blackstone & Ancient Debris
5) Use Blackstone to create the Netherite Forge (Diagram from back to front)
▓ - air
░ - any
■ - Polished Blackstone Bricks/Cracked Polished Blackstone Bricks
╚ ═ ╝ - Polished Blackstone Brick Stairs
◘ - Chiseled Polished Blackstone (placed very last)
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Use Lava to power your Forge (1 Lava smelts 100 items)
6) Use your forge to smelt Ancient Debris into Netherite Scrap
7) Put your Netherite Scrap back into the forge to get Netherite Nuggets
8) Use 4 Polished Blackstone Bricks, 3 Netherite Scrap, 1 Campfire, and 1 Smithing Table to craft Netherite Smithing Table (see recipes)
(Cracked variant also works -- Soul Campfire also works)
9) Use Netherite Smithing Table to craft non-alloy Netherite items (see recipes)
10) Equip your Netherite Armor to protect yourself in the Nether
NOTE
These also lessen burning: Powdered Snow, Fire Resistance, Fire Protection
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LEGACY (versions below 26.2)
Legacy Information (versions below 26.2)
Function
Going into the Nether without one of these will cause you to combust:
[. . .]
- Ice Totem (in off-hand)
- Icy Soul
- Frozen Spirit
- Glaciated Wraith
¡ New Features !
-- The Ice Machine
The Ice Machine is used to make Ice Totems.
Supplementary Material
Recipes
| Item | Crafting Block | Recipe |
|---|---|---|
| Icy Soul | Ice Machine | ![]() |
| Frozen Spirit | Ice Machine | ![]() |
| Glaciated Wraith | Ice Machine | ![]() |
Walkthrough
Written Out:0a) Collect Ice Shards from Ice
[. . .]
2) Use the Ice Machine to craft Icy Totems (see recipes)
2a) Tier 1 - 6 Ice, 3 Gold Ingot
2b) Tier 2 - 6 Packed Ice, 3 Diamond
2c) Tier 3 - 6 Blue Ice, 2 Soul Lantern, 1 Netherite [Alloy] Ingot
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Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Real Nether by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
5 loader builds1.20.4
5 loader builds1.20.1
5 loader builds1.20
5 loader buildsCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Real Nether versions and loaders
26.2+mod
real-nether-26.2.jar
11 Sept 2026
26.2
Real Nether - A Minecraft Datapack (26.2).zip
11 Sept 2026
1.20+mod+legacy
real-nether-1.20.jar
2 Sept 2026
1.21.1+mod+legacy
real-nether-1.21.1.jar
7 Jan 2025
1.21.1+legacy
Real Nether - A Minecraft Datapack (1.21.1).zip
7 Jan 2025
1.20.4+mod+legacy
real-nether-1.20.4.jar
4 Jan 2025
1.20.4+legacy
Real Nether - A Minecraft Datapack (1.20.4).zip
4 Jan 2025
1.20.1+mod+legacy
real-nether-1.20.1.jar
4 Jan 2025
1.20.1+legacy
Real Nether - A Minecraft Datapack (1.20.1).zip
4 Jan 2025
1.20+legacy
§4Real Nether - A Minecraft Datapack-1.0.zip
14 Dec 2023
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