
Create: Trackbound
A create mod that limits how far you can leave your train before being teleported back, paired with Railways Untold makes a great new way of survival.
About this Mod
Gameplay Modes
Mesh Mode (Default): You start with one main train, but you can build and use others as primary anchors as you progress. The tether is flexible as you upgrade.Hardcore Mode (Gamerule): You are strictly locked to your one starter train. You can build other trains for automation, but your soul-tether radius stays permanently fixed to that original starter engine.
About
Trackbound turns your train into your actual lifeline. You are soul-tethered to the rails, starting with a 100-block limit at spawn that only expands once you board and "DNA-lock" to a locomotive. This carriage becomes your mobile anchor and only way to survive the wasteland; stray too far, and the tether snaps you back instantly.
Designed for hardcore survival, this mod ensures your train is your base, your safe zone, and your only path forward. If your train is destroyed, you lose your link and are restricted to world spawn until you can secure a new locomotive.
Requirements & Recommendations
Required: Create Mod (Tethering logic relies on Create's carriage system).
Recommended: Xaero's Minimap (Essential for tracking your anchor and tether limits).
Features
The Tether: 100-block limit at spawn; 200-block limit around your locked train (this can be edited in gamerules).
Automatic Sync: Simply sit in a train seat to bind your DNA to it.
Survival HUD: Action-bar warnings appear as you approach the edge of your safe zone.
This is still probably buggy FYI
Inspiration
This project was built to compliment Railways Untold; its infinite track generation is the perfect match for the Trackbound experience, plus, who doesn't love Create trains!
Available Versions
How to Install Create: Trackbound on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended).
Set neoforge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the neoforge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Create: Trackbound". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
6 GB(min. 4 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Create: Trackbound server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong neoforge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 4 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Create: Trackbound compatible with neoforge?
Create: Trackbound officially supports neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Create: Trackbound – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 6 GB (per 5 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Create: Trackbound 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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