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PacketEvents: Building Smarter Minecraft Servers with Packet Interception
PacketEvents is a Java library that lets Minecraft server developers intercept and modify network packets in real-time. It powers anti-cheat systems, custom mechanics, and optimization tools across the server ecosystem.
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Fetchr: The Minecraft Bingo Gamemode That's Actually Addictive
Fetchr is a competitive bingo gamemode for vanilla Minecraft where you race to collect items on a 5x5 card. Perfect for both singleplayer and multiplayer, it's a datapack with no mods required and multiple game modes that keep every playthrough fresh.
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Pakku: The Modpack Manager That Actually Works
Pakku is an open-source modpack manager for Minecraft Java Edition that handles mod dependencies, version control, and simultaneous distribution to CurseForge and Modrinth. Perfect for server owners and collaborative modpack development teams.
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PCL Community Edition: The Lightweight Minecraft Launcher You Didn't Know You Needed
PCL Community Edition is a lightweight Windows launcher for managing Minecraft Java Edition installations, mods, and versions. It's faster and leaner than the official launcher, with fine-grained control over memory, version switching, and mod compatibility.
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Gate: Building a Better Minecraft Network Proxy
Gate is a Go-based Minecraft reverse proxy that replaces Velocity with better performance, Bedrock cross-play support, and modern Forge forwarding. Learn how to set up your network and why it matters.
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The Complete Guide to Building Minecraft Datapacks with Kore
Kore is a Kotlin library that transforms tedious datapack creation into type-safe programming. Build Minecraft datapacks with full language support, automatic syntax validation, and modular architecture - perfect for complex server mechanics, custom crafting systems, and large-scale automation.
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FiguraBlueArchiveCharacters: Custom Avatars for Minecraft Java
FiguraBlueArchiveCharacters bundles 21+ pre-made Figura avatars based on Blue Archive characters for Minecraft Java Edition. Each avatar includes custom animations and models - no rigging required. Perfect for players who want cosmetic customization without the modeling work.
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Spark: The Performance Profiler Your Minecraft Server Actually Needs
Spark is a lightweight performance profiler for Minecraft servers, clients, and proxies that diagnoses lag, CPU usage, and memory issues in seconds. Install the plugin, run a quick profile, and get detailed insights into exactly what's slowing down your game.
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MinecraftAuth: Building Minecraft Clients With Real Microsoft Login
MinecraftAuth is a Java library that handles Minecraft authentication for custom launchers and applications. It supports both Java and Bedrock editions with automatic token management, multiple login flows, and Realms API integration.
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Mechanization: The Mod-Like Datapack for Minecraft Survivors
Mechanization is a six-year-old tech datapack adding 60+ machines and energy systems to vanilla Minecraft survival without mods. Build factories, automate farming and mining, and manage power networks in vanilla worlds.
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How ViaProxy Lets You Play Minecraft Across All Versions
ViaProxy is a free Java proxy that lets you connect Minecraft clients of any version to servers of any other version, bridging compatibility gaps from Classic to Bedrock Edition. Run it locally with a simple GUI, set your source and target versions, and start playing across version boundaries.
iceCreating Custom NPCs in Minecraft with Citizens2
Citizens2 is the established Minecraft plugin for creating realistic NPCs on Bukkit servers. With a mature API and command-based customization, you can add quest-givers, merchants, and guards to your world without building from scratch.
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