MERC-Front

MERC-Front

A Modpack designed to add FPS-style PVP inspired by round-based shooters to Minecraft Powered by BlockFront.

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643 Downloads
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neoforgeMC 1.21.1challengingcombatmultiplayer

Screenshots

Saintlo Map
Classes
Inspect
Airstrike
Sniper
Support class

About this Modpack

MERC-Front

MERC-Front is a community-run, third-party modpack built around BlockFront. It is designed for structured multiplayer gameplay, custom-built maps, and organized events, rather than traditional Minecraft survival or progression-based gameplay. Gameplay focuses on FPS-style, match-based combat with class-based loadouts and objective-driven game modes. The modpack supports a wide range of themes, from historical settings (including WWII) to sci-fi and experimental environments, depending on the maps and events being hosted.

What This Modpack Is For

✔ Designed for

  • Multiplayer match-based gameplay
  • Custom maps with diverse themes
  • Community-run servers and creative map building
  • Organized matches and testing environments

✖ Not designed for

  • Survival playthroughs
  • Vanilla-style progression

Many items do not have crafting recipes, making survival gameplay impractical and unsupported.

Servers and Matchmaking

Core Gameplay

MERC-Front adds FPS-style combat mechanics and structured multiplayer gameplay inspired by round-based shooters.

⚠️ Matchmaking has to be set up manually on a server and is not available in single-player mode. As an alternative, you can play on the official servers. If you want to set up your own server, it is recommended that you use this mod list MERC-Front Server Side Mods instead of the modpack, although the modpack is also compatible.

Game Modes

The modpack supports multiple multiplayer game modes, including:

  • Domination
  • Conquest
  • Free For All
  • Team Deathmatch
  • Gun Game
  • Trouble Town
  • Infected

Classes

Players select from multiple gameplay classes with defined roles in matches. Current classes include:

  • Rifle
  • Lt. Rifle
  • Assault
  • Support
  • Medic
  • Sniper
  • Gunner
  • Anti-Tank
  • Commander
  • Specialist Class coming soon!

Maps

Currently there are over 24 playable maps each with its own layout and theme, with more on the way.

⚠️ These maps can only be accessed via the official servers and are not included in the modpack.

Current state

  • Official server Network with matchmaking server and Map building server

There is no always-online public matchmaking server until 18.4.2026 19:00.

Work in progress

  • custom skins for knives
  • additional maps

Powered by BlockFront

This modpack is powered by BlockFront, a Minecraft mod that provides the core systems for FPS-style, match-based gameplay. If you are looking for the official BlockFront experience, including their servers and matchmaking outside of MERC Front events, please refer directly to the BlockFront project page and their official community channels.
MERC Front operates independently and does not replace or represent the official BlockFront servers.

BlockFront project page: BlockFront

Anti-Cheat

To help maintain fair play during events and on community servers, MERC Front uses Pixel’s Anti-Cheat

Pixel’s Anti-Cheat project page: Pixel’s Anti-Cheat

This is a third-party anti-cheat solution and is used to help ensure a fair and enjoyable multiplayer environment.

Disclaimers

Third-Party and Affiliation

MERC Front is a third-party, community-run project.

  • Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the BlockFront development team
  • Not affiliated with Mojang or Microsoft
  • All referenced mods, names, and trademarks belong to their respective owners

This modpack and its servers operate independently and update separately from official BlockFront content.

Content and Compliance

This project is provided solely for entertainment purposes.
Any references to weapons, historical events, or fictional conflicts are thematic and contextual within a game environment and do not promote or endorse real-world violence.
This modpack respects Modrinth’s content rules and modpack permission requirements. Mods are not redistributed without appropriate rights or licensing.

Available Versions

MERC-Front 1.0.1release
MC 1.21.1neoforge156 downloads
May 20, 2026
MERC-Front 1.0.0release
MC 1.21.1neoforge77 downloads
April 17, 2026

How to Set Up a MERC-Front Server

1

Order Server

Choose at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for MERC-Front). Based on player count: per 5 players.

2

Install Modpack in Dashboard

Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "MERC-Front" and click "Install". The neoforge loader and Minecraft 1.21.1 are configured automatically.

3

Start Server & Play

Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!

Frequently Asked Questions

MERC-Front 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 6 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 MERC-Front server really need?

Minimum 4 GB, recommended 6 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 €8/month).

Can I add custom mods to MERC-Front 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.

MERC-Front server lagging – performance tips

1) Increase RAM to 6 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.

Rent MERC-Front Server

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Recommended RAM:
6 GB(min. 4 GB)
From 8.00 / month
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Automatic Backups

Details

License
Do What The F*ck You Want To Public License
Server-side
Required
Client-side
Required

Supported Versions

1.21.1

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