Realistic Torches

Realistic Torches

Makes torches burn out after a configurable amount of time.

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Unlit Torch
Lit Torch

About this Mod

Realistic Torches

Realistic Torches makes torches burn out after a configurable amount of time, making the early game more difficult and encouraging players to move toward more permanent light sources early on.

Features

  • Torches are now unlit after being crafted, and must be lit with a matchbox or flint and steel
  • Torches will burn out after a configurable amount of time (60 minutes real time by default)
  • Torches are extinguished when rained on
  • Torches generated in vanilla structures will be replaced by unlit torches
  • Permanently lit (vanilla) torches can be crafted using glowstone

Recipes

Unlit torch (coal or charcoal)

Matchbox

Lit torch (shapeless, matchbox takes damage)

Glowstone crystal (coal or charcoal)

Glowstone paste (shapeless)

Vanilla torch (glowstone crystal)

Vanilla torch (glowstone paste)

Modpacks

Yes, you can use this mod in your modpack.

Support

If you enjoy the mod and would like to support the project, feel free to leave a donation on PayPal. Support is greatly appreciated!

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Available Versions

1.21-3.2.0release
MC 1.21forge
June 26, 2024
1.20.6-3.2.0release
MC 1.20.6forge
May 16, 2024
1.20.4-3.2.0release
MC 1.20.4forge
December 27, 2023
1.20.3-3.2.0release
MC 1.20.3forge
December 27, 2023
1.20.2-3.2.0release
MC 1.20.2forge
September 23, 2023

How to Install Realistic Torches on Your Server

1

Order Server

Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).

2

Set forge Loader

In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21).

3

Install Mod

Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Realistic Torches". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

forge

Minecraft Versions

1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.4 (+9 more)

Server-side

Required

Recommended RAM

4 GB(min. 3 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Realistic Torches server crashes on startup – what to do?

Most common cause: wrong forge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.

Is Realistic Torches compatible with forge?

Realistic Torches officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.

Server lagging with Realistic Torches – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Realistic Torches 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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Details

License
Creative Commons Attribution Non Commercial Share Alike 4.0 International
Server-side
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Supported Versions

1.211.20.61.20.41.20.31.20.21.20.11.19.41.19.21.18.21.16.5+2 more