DarkSteps

DarkSteps

Stylish client-side ground footprints that darken to match every surface.

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About this Mod

DarkSteps is a client-side cosmetic mod that adds stylish fading footprints as you walk.

Each step leaves a temporary mark on the ground, with its color based on the block beneath your feet and slightly darkened for a cleaner, more natural appearance. This allows footprints to blend into many different surfaces such as sand, stone, dirt, wood, snow, and more.

The footprints are rendered directly on the ground, alternate between steps while moving, and disappear after a short time. Unlike simple particles, they are made to feel more solid and visually pleasing, adding a subtle decorative effect to movement.

Features

  • Client-side only
  • Decorative footprints while walking
  • Surface-based coloring
  • Darkened colors for a better look
  • Alternating left and right step placement
  • Smooth fading over time
  • Works on many different block types

DarkSteps is a purely visual mod and does not change gameplay.

Available Versions

1.20.1release
MC 1.20.1fabric
March 28, 2026
1.19.4release
MC 1.19.4fabric
March 28, 2026
DarkSteps 1.21.1release
MC 1.21.1forge
March 28, 2026
DarkSteps 1.21release
MC 1.21forge
March 28, 2026
DarkSteps 1.20.1-1.20.2release
MC 1.20.1, 1.20.2forge
March 28, 2026

How to Install DarkSteps on Your Server

1

Order Server

Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).

2

Set fabric Loader

In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.1).

3

Install Mod

Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "DarkSteps". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

fabricforge

Minecraft Versions

1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.2 (+2 more)

Server-side

Unsupported

Recommended RAM

4 GB(min. 3 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

DarkSteps 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 (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.

Is DarkSteps compatible with fabric and forge?

DarkSteps officially supports fabric, forge for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.2. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.

Server lagging with DarkSteps – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if DarkSteps 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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Details

License
MIT License
Server-side
Unsupported

Supported Versions

1.21.11.211.20.21.20.11.19.4