Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix
Server crash fix for the Desert Behemoths sandworms mod.
About this Mod
This is a modified version of Desert Behemoths: Sandworms! by frozenhamburgers.
Original project license: GPL
Why this version?
The original mod crashes on dedicated servers when a player shoots a sandworm. This is because SonicBoomFx is a client-only class, but it was being called on the server side.
This fork fixes that issue with a simple client-side check. All original gameplay and features remain unchanged.
What's fixed?
- ✅ Server crash when hunting sandworms (shooting)
- ✅ No changes to gameplay, balance, or mechanics
Source Code
Full source code is available on GitHub:
https://github.com/jmecn/desert-behemoths-sandworms
This fix has been submitted to the original author as a Pull Request:
#14
License
This project is licensed under the GPL, in accordance with the original mod's license. All original copyright notices are preserved.
Credits
- Original mod: frozenhamburgers
- Fix by: jmecn
If the original mod is updated to include this fix, this version will remain available for reference.
Available Versions
How to Install Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix 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 (1.20.6).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix". 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
~ OptionalRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix 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 (1.20.6). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix compatible with forge?
Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.6, 1.20.5, 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Desert Behemoths Sandworms - Fix 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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