DeadBySkillcheck
A lightweight Dead By Daylight inspired quick-time skill check mod
About this Mod
Keep your game interesting — and even a bit more suspenseful — with this Dead by Daylight-inspired skillcheck mod!
- Random skill check events
- Freezes you during checks to keep timing fair; failures can punish, successes can buff.
- Fully configurable effects: toggle buffs/debuffs, pick which potion effects apply, tune speed ranges and sequence length.
- Advancements for first trigger, first success, great hits, and flawless streaks.
- Compatible with most horror mods!
Default key: SPACE - Keybind is configurable in settings!
- HUD shows a circular meter with a success ring, a GREAT ring, and a rotating red needle.
- Animated, colorful combo counter appears while you’re on a streak.
Available Versions
How to Install DeadBySkillcheck 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 (1.20.6).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "DeadBySkillcheck". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4 (+3 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
DeadBySkillcheck 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 (1.20.6). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is DeadBySkillcheck compatible with fabric and forge?
DeadBySkillcheck officially supports fabric, forge for Minecraft 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4. 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 DeadBySkillcheck – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if DeadBySkillcheck 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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