Deeper and Darker
A Minecraft mod which features more blocks, items, armors, and hidden mysteries to complement the Deep Dark biome.
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About this Mod
IMPORTANT: version 2.0.0s is in active development and the FIRST ALPHA has been released on Modrinth. If you think the dimension is currently lacking in content, or just want to give feedback on the next update, please join our Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/GDNRd5yvxa. The new update branch (Spruce), planned initially for Fabric 1.20.1 and 1.21.1, will add actual progression to the dimension and expand the amount of biomes and entities.
About
Deeper and Darker is a mod that aims to enhance the Deep Dark in Minecraft. It adds many new features related to the Deep Dark and a new dimension called the Otherside.
Content
Deeper and Darker adds an entire new dimension — the Otherside — with much content to explore. Here's a list with some of the features!
- Biomes: explore the deeplands, echoing forest, overcast columns, and blooming caverns.
- Structure: find an ancient temple, the home of the warden! Just be cautious when breaking the ancient vases to avoid awakening an ancient lurker.
- Blocks: over a hundred new blocks to build, including gloomslate, sculk stone, and a new wood type!
- Items: a brand-new warden set of armor and tools, an upgrade to elytra and the awesome sculk transmitter!
- Mobs: 8 new mobs, including a miniboss!
To enter the Otherside, kill the warden and use its heart. Play the mod to find more content and explore hidden mysteries!
Translations
We hope to make Deeper and Darker available for everyone, everywhere. This is done with the help of the community! You can help translate the mod into your language by visiting our Crowdin page!
Guide
Don't know how to begin with Deeper and Darker? Check out our wiki! (still a WIP)
Issues
If you ever experience any issues while playing with this mod, notify us on our GitHub issue tracker! Follow the bug report guidelines and be as clear as you can.
Available Versions
How to Install Deeper and Darker on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Deeper and Darker". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4 (+6 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
6 GB(min. 4 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Deeper and Darker server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 4 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Deeper and Darker compatible with fabric and forge and neoforge and quilt?
Deeper and Darker officially supports fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.4. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Deeper and Darker – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 6 GB (per 5 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Deeper and Darker consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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