Expanded World

Expanded World

Expanded World enhances your Minecraft experience by extending the world height, introducing custom caves, structures, and vegetation. Explore new depths and heights in your Minecraft worlds with this mod/datapack!

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About this Mod

Notice

Please be advised that there is currently an issue affecting ore generation across all versions, resulting in fewer ores than intended. A fix is actively being worked on and will be implemented as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Expanded World Mod/Datapack

Compatibility

not compatible with

  • Terralith

Description

Expanded World is a Minecraft Mod and Datapack that extends the world's vertical limit from 384 to 640 blocks (-128 to 512) and introduces bespoke cave systems across multiple biomes. Alongside, it integrates custom vanilla-style structures and enhances the game's generation and vegetation mechanics.

Installation

Datapack Installation

Installing the datapack follows the standard procedure. Prior to installation or updating, it's advisable to create backups of your worlds.

Mod Installation

Expanded World can also function as a mod for Forge, NeoForge, and Fabric. Refer to the specific installation guidelines provided for each respective mod loader.

Features

  • Elevates the world height to a minimum of Y: -128 and maximum of Y: 512
  • Introduces tailored cave systems across various biomes, including ice, snow, desert, jungle, swamp, and badlands
  • Augments vegetation in swamp and birch forests, and introduces fallen trees within forests and taigas
  • Expands vanilla village and pillager outpost placements across diverse biomes
  • Introduces new village variants in badlands, swamp, dark forest, and jungle
  • Adds a novel structure: small camps featuring tents and campfires

Available Versions

[MOD] Expanded World v1.4.0release
MC 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, 1.21.4fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt
December 30, 2024
[DP] Expanded World v1.4.0release
MC 1.20.5, 1.20.6, 1.21, 1.21.1, 1.21.2, 1.21.3, 1.21.4datapack
December 30, 2024
[MOD] v1.3.0 - 1.21release
MC 1.21fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt
June 23, 2024
[DP] v1.3.0 - 1.21release
MC 1.21datapack
June 23, 2024
v1.2.0 [Mod] 1.19.4+release
MC 1.19.4, 1.20, 1.20.1, 1.20.2, 1.20.3, 1.20.4, 1.20.5, 1.20.6fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt
June 2, 2024

How to Install Expanded World on Your Server

1

Order Server

Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended).

2

Set datapack Loader

In the panel under "Egg", select the datapack loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.4).

3

Install Mod

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

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

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Minecraft Versions

1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2 (+10 more)

Server-side

Required

Recommended RAM

6 GB(min. 4 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Expanded World server crashes on startup – what to do?

Most common cause: wrong datapack 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 (1.21.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.

Is Expanded World compatible with datapack and fabric and forge and neoforge and quilt?

Expanded World officially supports datapack, fabric, forge, neoforge, quilt for Minecraft 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.2. 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 Expanded World – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 6 GB (per 5 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Expanded World 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
Creative Commons Zero v1.0 Universal
Server-side
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Supported Versions

1.21.41.21.31.21.21.21.11.211.20.61.20.51.20.41.20.31.20.2+3 more