
CringeCraft
A mod that adds a ton of stuff that has to do with "cringe".
About this Mod
Summary
This mod adds some stuff that has to do with "cringe".
Documentation
CringeCraft is a Forge-only Minecraft mod that adds a collection of highly cursed and questionably powerful cringe-themed items and mechanics to your world. The core of the mod revolves around the concept of “cringe” as an energy source, a damage type, and a lifestyle. It introduces the Orb of Cringe, a mystical item that radiates pure secondhand embarrassment, often accompanied by sparkly particles and regret. There’s also the Orb of Immunity, a sacred relic that protects its bearer from cringe-based attacks and awkward social encounters. The mod features a custom damage type called Cringe Damage, which bypasses armor and affects entities on a spiritual level—unless, of course, they are holding the Orb of Immunity or have an unshakable sense of self-worth. To weaponize the cringe, players can use the Cringe Launcher, a janky yet powerful device that fires Cringe Projectiles. These projectiles deal Cringe Damage and may cause the target to suffer from a fictional status effect known as Cringe, which makes them behave erratically while questioning their life choices. The Cringe Launcher requires cringe essence (or any custom ammo you define) and the Orb of Cringe to craft. The mod is currently in development for Forge and is only compatible with Forge-based setups for now. CringeCraft is ideal for players who want to add a layer of chaotic humor to their Minecraft world, troll their friends with awkward energy blasts, or simply roleplay as the embodiment of “why did I do that.” Warning: may cause flashbacks to middle school behavior, and should be used responsibly by those prepared to embrace their inner cringe.
Available Versions
How to Install CringeCraft on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "CringeCraft". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
CringeCraft server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge 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 (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is CringeCraft compatible with forge?
CringeCraft officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with CringeCraft – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if CringeCraft 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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