
Server-side Creeper Control
This is a mod that allows for server-side configuration of creeper explosion behavior for fabric.
About this Mod

A more modern take on Creeper Confetti and Creeper Firework using gamerules and adding more
configurable behavior. Additionally it works completely server-side and does not require
clientside installation like Creeper Firework, it also is more performant and configurable
than the vanilla tweaks datapack and still allows for things like charged creepers dropping
mob heads.
Usage
# Destroys blocks and damages entities according to mobGriefing gamerule, but also explodes a firework
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior FIREWORK_DESTROY_EXPLOSION
# Creeper explodes normally but does not destroy nearby blocks, similar to mobGriefing=false, but also explodes a firework
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior FIREWORK_KEEP_EXPLOSION
# Creeper does not explode but deals damage to nearby entities, but also explodes a firework
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior FIREWORK_DAMAGE_EXPLOSION
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior DEFAULT
# A firework explodes where the creeper was standing instead of exploding
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior FIREWORK_ONLY
# Vanilla Behavior, destroys blocks according to mobGriefing gamerule
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior DESTROY_EXPLOSION
# Creeper explodes normally but does not destroy nearby blocks, similar to mobGriefing=false
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior KEEP_EXPLOSION
# Creeper does not explode but deals damage to nearby entities
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior DAMAGE_EXPLOSION
# Creepers simply vanish from existance before exploding
gamerule creeperExplosionBehavior NONE
Available Versions
How to Install Server-side Creeper Control 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 (1.20.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Server-side Creeper Control". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.4
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Server-side Creeper Control 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 (1.20.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Server-side Creeper Control compatible with fabric?
Server-side Creeper Control officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.20.4. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Server-side Creeper Control – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Server-side Creeper Control 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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