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Grounds

Grounds

Discover multiple layers beneath the earth and ascend to the mystical Aether above. Explore vast biomes, uncover hidden treasures, and encounter unique creatures. Adventure awaits in every direction, offering endless exploration and discovery.

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Adventure
Combat
Multiplayer

Compatibility

Minecraft: Java Edition

1.19.2

Platforms

Forge

Supported environments

Client and server

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Creators

Kroko
Kroko Member

Details

Licensed ARR
Published 2 months ago
Updated 3 months ago
DescriptionChangelogVersions

1.0.0

by Kroko on Jun 1, 2025
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Initial Release

🪨 Grounds v1.0.0 – First Descent

Welcome to the first official release of Grounds, a modpack built around vertical exploration, underground mystery, and sky-high wonder.

This version lays the foundation for a uniquely layered experience — both above and below the overworld. Whether you're plumbing the depths for danger and treasure or gliding through floating islands in the sky, Grounds begins here.

🌍 New Dimensions & Worldgen

  • Deeper and Darker – Added a mysterious, threatening layer beneath the Deep Dark. Expect new mobs, blocks, and ambiance.

  • The Aether – Enter a serene, magical sky realm filled with floating islands, dungeons, and rare resources.

  • Improved caves and underground layers with enhanced ore distribution and biome variation.

⚙️ Core Gameplay Mods

  • Create – Build intricate machinery, automation systems, and contraptions powered by kinetic energy.

  • Waystones – Instantly travel between key locations with placeable teleport points.

  • Storage Drawers – Store, sort, and manage massive amounts of items with a compact, expandable storage system.

🧙 Progression & Equipment

  • Artifacts + Curios – Discover powerful relics that enhance your abilities and offer new gameplay options.

  • Ice and Fire – Encounter dragons, trolls, and mythical creatures as you progress through the world.

  • Alex’s Mobs – Over 80 new mobs, ranging from real-world animals to fantastical beings.

🔊 Immersion Enhancements

  • Ambient Sounds - Adds dynamic, biome-sensitive audio for a rich, atmospheric experience.

  • BetterF3 – Cleaner, more informative debug screen for explorers and builders.

📦 Additional Features

  • Carefully tuned mod interactions and performance tweaks

  • Enhanced terrain variation and structure generation

  • Optional datapacks and recommended additions for improved temples and dungeons

📌 Notes

  • Version 1.0.0 is exploration-focused, with balanced tech, magic, and combat.

  • Designed for long-term progression and discovery across layers of vertical terrain.

  • Tested with up to 100+ mods for stability and performance.

🌄 Your adventure starts now — will you dig deep, rise high, or master both?

We can’t wait to see where you take it.

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