
Create: Mechanical Factory
a Create-based tech & factory pack
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About this Modpack

⚙️ Create: Mechanical Factory
NeoForge · Minecraft 1.21.1
🏭 Description
Create: Mechanical Factory is a modern, Create-based tech & factory modpack with a strong focus on automation, machinery, and exploration—optimized for controller gameplay and fully playable on the Steam Deck.
At its core is Create with a wide range of addons, enabling complex production chains, transport systems, and creative factory builds. The experience is enhanced with exploration, structure, and quality-of-life mods, keeping the world vibrant without distracting from the tech-focused gameplay.
Tested on average PCs, this modpack achieves:
Early game: 150–200 FPS
Late game: 90–100 FPS
Perfect for players who want to:
⚙️ Build mechanical factories and explore magical elements
🏗️ Fully exploit the potential of Create
🎮 Enjoy relaxed gameplay with a controller or on the Steam Deck
🚀 Experience optimized performance and a clean mod selection
🎮 Controller & Steam Deck Support
Create: Mechanical Factory is fully controller-compatible.
Supported devices:
🎮 Xbox Controllers (One / Series)
🎮 PlayStation Controllers (DualShock 4 / DualSense)
🎮 Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
🎮 Nintendo Joy-Cons
🎮 Generic XInput Controllers
🕹️ Steam Deck (full Steam Input support)
✅ Playable out of the box
✅ Perfect for handheld, couch, or Big Picture gaming
⚙️ System Requirements
Minimum (playable):
CPU: 4-core processor (e.g., Ryzen 3 / Intel i5 Gen 8)
RAM: 8 GB
GPU: iGPU or GTX 1060 / RX 580
Storage: ~5–8 GB
Java: Independent
Loader: NeoForge (21.1.217)
Minecraft: 1.21.1
Recommended:
CPU: 6-core processor or better
RAM: 12 GB
GPU: GTX 1660 / RX 5600 XT or better
SSD recommended
(My test world is almost 800MB in size)
Steam Deck:
To play the game on Steam Deck without performance drops, it is recommended to disable Distance Horizons rendering in the settings. If you encounter any problems despite doing so, please create a ticket on my Discord or leave a comment.
✔ Stable performance with optimized settings
✔ All installed mods are running well
📦 Mod Highlights (Selection)
Create + Addons (Hypertube, Encased, Treadmill, LTAB, Things & Misc)
Distant Horizons
Sophisticated Backpacks
Supplementaries
Deeper & Darker
Dungeons & Taverns
Antique Atlas
Small Ships
Better Animations Collection
Embeddium & NeoCulus
Soul Gravestone
ℹ️ Notes:
Shaders are optional (hardware-dependent)
Performance can be fine-tuned via render distance & Distant Horizons settings
Focused on tech & factory building; not hardcore balanced
Available Versions
How to Set Up a Create: Mechanical Factory Server
Order Server
Choose at least 6 GB RAM (10 GB recommended for Create: Mechanical Factory). Based on player count: per 4 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "Create: Mechanical Factory" and click "Install". The neoforge loader and Minecraft 1.21.1 are configured automatically.
Start Server & Play
Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!
Frequently Asked Questions
Create: Mechanical Factory server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong neoforge loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 10 GB. For "Mixin" or "ClassNotFoundException" errors: modpack version and loader don't match. With Mado Hosting, loader and Minecraft version are auto-configured on modpack install – preventing most startup issues.
How much RAM does a Create: Mechanical Factory server really need?
Minimum 6 GB, recommended 10 GB for stable performance. per 4 players. Important: Minecraft modpacks need more RAM than vanilla – plan extra per additional player. With Mado Hosting, you can scale RAM up live at any time without data loss (from €12/month).
Can I add custom mods to Create: Mechanical Factory without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (neoforge) and same Minecraft version (1.21.1). Common issues: ID conflicts with recipe mods and incompatible coremod versions. The Mado dashboard mod browser only shows compatible mods and warns about known conflicts.
Create: Mechanical Factory server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 10 GB+. 2) Reduce server view-distance to 8 (server.properties). 3) Pre-generate chunks with the "Chunky" plugin. 4) Use /spark profiler to check which mods consume the most tick time. With Mado Hosting, all servers run on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores – eliminating hardware as a bottleneck.
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