
Machines & Metals
A modpack focused on industrialisation, automation and metallurgy. Featuring Create, Applied Energetics 2 and much more...
About this Modpack
Machines & Metals is a modern automation modpack built around engineering, industry, and large-scale mechanical production. If you enjoy designing factories, optimizing logistics, and watching complex systems work on their own, this pack provides the tools to make it happen.
At the heart of the pack are Applied Energistics 2 for advanced storage networks and Create with a wide collection of addons for mechanical automation. Players can construct conveyor-based factories, kinetic machinery, and intelligent crafting systems that transform raw resources into fully processed materials.
Key Features
- Advanced item and resource logistics using storage networks
- Rotational machinery, gears, and contraption-based automation
- Extensive Create mod addon support
- Multi-stage production lines and factory engineering
- Large-scale industrial expansion possibilities
- Technical progression that rewards planning and optimization
Gameplay Philosophy
The pack focuses on creative engineering rather than simple crafting. Build living mechanical systems where mining, processing, storage, and manufacturing can all operate automatically. From compact smart machines to vast industrial complexes, every design choice matters.
Why Play Machines & Metals?
If you want to turn Minecraft into a world of motion, logic, and industry where machines do the work for you, Machines & Metals lets you build the automated future inside your game.
Available Versions
How to Set Up a Machines & Metals Server
Order Server
Choose at least 6 GB RAM (8 GB recommended for Machines & Metals). Based on player count: per 5 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "Machines & Metals" and click "Install". The fabric loader and Minecraft 1.20.1 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
Machines & Metals server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong fabric loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 8 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 Machines & Metals server really need?
Minimum 6 GB, recommended 8 GB for stable performance. per 5 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 Machines & Metals without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (fabric) and same Minecraft version (1.20.1). 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.
Machines & Metals server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 8 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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Details
- License
- Creative Commons Attribution Non Commercial Share Alike 4.0 International
- Server-side
- Required
- Client-side
- Required
Supported Versions
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