Simple Manhunt
Server-side manhunt mod for Fabric 1.16.1. Tracking compass, multi-runner support, grace period, cross-dimension tracking.
About this Mod
Manhunt
A simple, no-fluff manhunt mod for Fabric 1.16.1 dedicated servers. Hunters chase runners -- last runner standing
loses, or runners win by killing the Ender Dragon.
Server-side only. Does not require installation on the client.
How It Works
Assign roles with /hunter <player> and /runner <player>, then start the game with /manhunt start. Hunters each
get a tracking compass that points at a runner in real time. Runners win by killing the Ender Dragon (by any means --
beds included). Hunters win by eliminating every runner.
When a runner dies they're moved to spectator and can watch freely until the game ends. The game only ends when all
runners are eliminated or the dragon goes down.
Features
- Tracking compass -- points at the nearest runner, updates every tick
- Right-click compass to cycle between specific runners
- Compass restored automatically on hunter death
- Dead zone -- compass spins when you're close, no exact pinpointing
- Cross-dimension tracking -- points at last known position if the runner is in another dimension; spins if they've never been there
- Grace period -- hunters are slowed at game start for a configurable duration (
/manhunt setgrace <seconds>) - Multi-runner support -- runners are eliminated one by one, not instant game-over
- Dragon kill detection covers melee, beds, and command kills -- not just player-credited kills
Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/hunter <player> |
Assign a hunter |
/runner <player> |
Assign a runner |
/manhunt start |
Start the game |
/manhunt stop |
End the game |
/manhunt status |
Show roles and current settings |
/manhunt setgrace <seconds> |
Grace period (0-300s) |
/manhunt setrange <blocks> |
Compass dead zone radius (0-10000) |
/manhunt compass |
Give yourself a fresh tracker compass |
All player arguments support tab autocomplete. Roles can be changed mid-game.
Compatibility
- Minecraft 1.16.1
- Fabric Loader 0.11.3+
- Requires Fabric API
Available Versions
How to Install Simple Manhunt 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 (1.16.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Simple Manhunt". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.16.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Simple Manhunt 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 (1.16.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Simple Manhunt compatible with fabric?
Simple Manhunt officially supports fabric for Minecraft 1.16.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Simple Manhunt – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Simple Manhunt 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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