Legacy Nether is a mod/datapack that aims to faithfully recreate the classic Nether from the Legacy Console Editions of Minecraft (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, and others). This project is intended for nostalgic players who want to relive the atmosphere of the pre–1.16 Nether, or for those seeking a simpler, more dangerous, and barren Nether experience that focuses on survival and exploration rather than modern structures and biomes.
This mod removes all of the newer Nether content introduced in Minecraft Java Edition after 1.16, and restores the gameplay loop of the console versions:
- The Nether is composed only of Nether Wastes, with no Crimson or Warped Forests, Basalt Deltas, or Soul Sand Valleys.
- Bastion Remnants are removed, along with Piglins, Hoglins, Striders, Zoglins, and other modern mobs.
- The only mobs you’ll encounter are Zombified Piglins, Ghasts, Magma Cubes, and Wither Skeletons (which now spawn everywhere, not just in fortresses).
- Blazes drop Glowstone Dust, recreating the original console farming method.
- Nether Wart patches generate naturally on Soul Sand, just like in older editions. (Thanks to @Soupio777)
- Ancient Debris and Netherite are absent, restoring the classic Nether resource balance.
Important
This repository has been moved to Codeberg, and as such is not being updated on GitHub any longer.
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Feature List
✅ - Implemented
☑️ - Planned
❌ - Not Implemented
| Feature | Implemented | Planned |
|---|---|---|
| Nether Wastes only (with soul sand & gravel patches) | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Bastion Remnants removed | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Classic mobs only (Zombified Piglins, Ghasts, Magma Cubes) | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Wither Skeletons spawn everywhere | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Nether Wart generates on Soul Sand (Thanks to @Soupio777) | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Blazes drop 0–2 Glowstone Dust | ✅ | ☑️ |
| No modern biomes (Crimson/Warped Forest, Soul Sand Valley, Basalt Deltas) | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Remove Ancient Debris / Netherite | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Disable newer advancements | ✅ | ☑️ |
| Remove other Nether structures (ruined portals, etc.) | ✅ | ☑️ |
For the best nostalgic experience, Legacy Nether pairs well with resource packs and mods that restore classic visuals and mechanics, such as:
- Legacy4J to bring back every aspect of Legacy Console Edition to modern versions.
- Golden Days by PoeticRainbow for authentic pre-1.14 textures.
- Nostalgic Tweaks by Adrenix to bring back old fog, lighting, skies, and combat.
- Moderner Beta for recreating Alpha/Beta terrain alongside the console-style Nether.
- ✅ Works in Minecraft 1.21.x. No backports planned as of now.
- ❌ Not compatible with mods/datapacks that overhaul Nether biomes or structures.
- 🔧 Should be safe on servers as long as all players have the mod installed.
- Download the mod.
- Place it in your
mods/folder. - Launch Minecraft with your preferred loader.
- Generate a new Nether (new chunks only!) to see the classic console Nether in action.
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- Existing Nether chunks will not retroactively change, explore new chunks or reset your Nether to experience the full effect.
- Blaze glowstone drops are balanced around the old console mechanics.
Prefer to keep Netherite, Bastions, and the new biomes? Check out the extended version: Legacy Nether: Extended