Better Multiplayer
Improve your server's multiplayer experience with a three-life system
About this Mod
Better Multiplayer introduces a pseudo-hardcore mode in which players have only three lives before they are permanently banned. A life is counted as lost when the player dies and drops their items/xp, meaning keepinventory deaths do not count, and non player-caused deaths when using mods like Better Keepinventory don't either. Lives can be restored by an operator using life set [Player] [Number], or by using Phoenix Ash, which can be found in certain chests rarely (note that the player must still be alive to use Phoenix Ash, and you cannot go above 3 lives with Phoenix Ash).
Available Versions
How to Install Better Multiplayer on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Better Multiplayer". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2 (+1 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Better Multiplayer 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 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Better Multiplayer compatible with fabric?
Better Multiplayer officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Better Multiplayer – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Better Multiplayer 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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