
watchbehind
adds two scary mobs to the game.
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About this Mod
Watch Behind: A Subtle Horror Mod on Modrinth
Watch Behind is a minimalist horror mod available on Modrinth that transforms ordinary Minecraft gameplay into a slow-burning psychological experience. Instead of relying on loud jumpscares or obvious monsters, the mod plays with one of the oldest human fears: the feeling of being watched. As you explore caves, forests, or even your own base, the world begins to feel slightly wrong. Sounds occur where nothing should be, shadows linger too long, and you may sense a presence just outside your field of view.
What makes Watch Behind effective is its restraint. The mod does not constantly attack the player. It waits. It observes. This creates tension that grows naturally over time, making even familiar locations feel unsafe. Players often find themselves turning around repeatedly, questioning whether something moved or if it was only their imagination.
The mod integrates smoothly with vanilla gameplay and other mods, making it ideal for survival worlds or horror-focused modpacks. There are no complex mechanics to learn, only paranoia to manage. Watch Behind proves that horror does not need to be loud or violent to be powerful. Sometimes, the quiet fear of what might be behind you is far worse.
Available Versions
How to Install watchbehind 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 (1.20.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "watchbehind". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.1
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
watchbehind 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 (1.20.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is watchbehind compatible with forge?
watchbehind officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with watchbehind – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if watchbehind 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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