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AFK Camera

A Minecraft mod that activates a cinematic mode when the player is idle, making the camera smoothly orbit around the character for a dynamic view.

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Quick answer

Which AFK Camera release should I use?

Updated 1 year ago
Latest stable file 1.3
Game version 1.19.4
Loader Fabric

AFK Camera 1.3 targets 1.19.4 with Fabric. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. All 3 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is AFK Camera required on the client, server, or both?

It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

Client Required
Dedicated server Not supported
Loader for this release Fabric
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 client-only.

What else does AFK Camera 1.3 need?

1.3. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 3 required mods have matching files

Install YetAnotherConfigLib (YACL), Fabric API, Mod Menu first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

Fabric API Needed by AFK Camera 1.3
required
Matching file found Matched file: [1.19.4] Fabric API 0.87.2+1.19.4
Mod Menu Needed by AFK Camera 1.3
required
Matching file found Matched file: 6.3.1

We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add AFK Camera without breaking your instance.

Built for AFK Camera 1.3. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use 1.3. It targets 1.19.4 with Fabric; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install YetAnotherConfigLib (YACL), Fabric API, Mod Menu first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.3. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does AFK Camera add?

AFK Camera

AFK Camera

Overview

AFK Camera is a Minecraft mod that automatically activates cinematic camera movements when you're idle. After a configurable period of inactivity (default 30 seconds), the mod seamlessly transitions your camera into a free-cam mode and begins playing smooth, pre-defined camera animations around your world.

Features

  • Automatic AFK Detection: Monitors player activity including movement, mouse input, key presses, and damage
  • Smooth Camera Transitions: Automatically switches to free camera mode with cinematic animations
  • Configurable Timing: Customizable AFK timeout period
  • HUD Management: Automatically hides the HUD during AFK mode
  • Animation System: Supports custom camera keyframe animations with position and rotation interpolation
  • Smart Deactivation: Instantly returns to normal gameplay when any player activity is detected
  • Death Protection: Optional setting to disable AFK mode when player dies

How It Works

The mod continuously monitors for player activity including:

  • Movement keys (WASD, jump, sneak, sprint)
  • Mouse movement
  • Action keys (attack, use, inventory)
  • Player taking damage
  • Menu interactions

When no activity is detected for the configured time period, AFK Camera:

  1. Enables free camera mode
  2. Hides the game HUD
  3. Loads and plays cinematic camera animations in a random order
  4. Cycles through available animations continuously

The moment any player input is detected, the mod immediately:

  1. Stops the current animation
  2. Restores the HUD
  3. Returns camera control to the player
  4. Disables free camera mode

Block Bench Compatibility

This mod is designed to work seamlessly with Blockbench camera animations. You can create custom camera paths and keyframe animations in Blockbench, and the mod will automatically load and play them during AFK periods. The animation system supports:

  • Position keyframes with smooth interpolation
  • Rotation keyframes (pitch and yaw)
  • Custom timing and duration
  • Automatic scaling for Minecraft world coordinates

Custom camera animations tutorial

Template resource pack.
Template BlockBench file.
Detailed text guide - coming soon.

Fabric Only

This mod is developed for the Fabric mod loader. A Forge version is not planned due to the significant architectural differences between the platforms and the mod's deep integration with Fabric-specific APIs.

Dependencies

Required

  • Fabric API - Core Fabric mod loader functionality
  • YACL (Yet Another Config Library) - Configuration management

Optional

  • Mod Menu - Provides in-game configuration interface

Issues

If you find a problem that is not listed, you can report it here.

Acknowledgments

Big thanks to hashalite for creating Freecam! I used a bit of the code in my project, and it really helped me out. Great work!

Thanks to ZipeStudio for help with IDE.

Thanks to LopyMine for Mossy template!

Thanks to Danrus1100 for contributing!

License

This project is licensed under the BY-ND 4.0 License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Project description from Modrinth.

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AFK Camera by Minecraft version and loader

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Showing the newest 12 of 21 game versions. Older files are in the list below.

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Recent files

AFK Camera versions and loaders

30 of 30 releases match

Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.