Researchd

Researchd

Bringing Factorio research to Minecraft

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About this Mod

Researchd


This mod implements the Factorio's research system into Minecraft

The mod supports both KubeJS and Datapack customization, allowing
pack developers to add their own Researches and Research Packs

Content

Researches

Research Screen

The KubeJS code for the root research

ResearchdEvents.registerResearches(event => {
    event.create('rd_example_js:wood')
        .icon('minecraft:oak_log')
        .method(ResearchMethodHelper.and(
            ResearchMethodHelper.consumeItem('minecraft:wheat_seeds', 1),
            ResearchMethodHelper.consumeItem('minecraft:dirt', 8)
        ))
        .effect(ResearchEffectHelper.unlockRecipe('minecraft:oak_planks'));
});

Research Packs

The Research Lab and its GUI

Research Pack

The KubeJS code for the research pack

ResearchdEvents.registerResearchPacks(event => {
    event.create('rd_examples_js:test_pack')
        .color(120, 150, 90)
        .sortingValue(0);
});

Supported Versions

NeoForge 1.21.1

Pack-dev info

For how to get started in pack dev, there are both in-game and online resources:

Addon-dev info

For info and help on developing addons visit the online wiki https://porting-dead-mods.github.io/Researchd/

License

This mod is licensed under our license, the 'Common Sense License'.

This means that you can use and modify the code freely only if you make major changes (>50%) code alteration.
This assumes that you are using the entire source code. Using small parts of the code is fine.

Regardless of how much you use, make sure to always credit.

If development ends, either through an official announcement,
unreachability of the developers and inactivity on the project
for prolonged amounts of time, all restrictions
except the requirement to provide credit drop.


The reason for us not using one of the popular open source licenses like GPL, MIT or Mozilla is due to bad
experiences in the past where we had our projects stolen and reuploaded by rather famous figures in the
modding community.

Dependencies

  • Porting Dead Mods (our library mod) is a required dependency

  • If JEI is installed, there is also integration for recipe unlock effects and consume item methods, which allow the player to look at the recipes in JEI

  • If KubeJS is installed, the mod will load KubeJS scripts, allowing you to add custom researches and packs.

Discord

Join our Discord to get help, make suggestions and chat about the mod

Available Versions

1.2.1-alphaalpha
MC 1.21.1neoforge
May 23, 2026
1.2.0-alphaalpha
MC 1.21.1neoforge
April 4, 2026
Researchd 1.1.0-alphaalpha
MC 1.21.1neoforge
November 5, 2025
researchd-1.0.0-alpha-1.21.1alpha
MC 1.21.1neoforge
October 12, 2025

How to Install Researchd on Your Server

1

Order Server

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

2

Set neoforge Loader

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

3

Install Mod

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

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

neoforge

Minecraft Versions

1.21.1

Server-side

Required

Recommended RAM

4 GB(min. 3 GB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Researchd server crashes on startup – what to do?

Most common cause: wrong neoforge 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 Researchd compatible with neoforge?

Researchd officially supports neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.

Server lagging with Researchd – how to optimize performance?

Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Researchd 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
LicenseRef-Common-Sense-License-by-Porting-Dead-Mods
Server-side
Required

Supported Versions

1.21.1