StellarCraft

StellarCraft is a mod that adds RPG mechanics, new items, and dynamic events to Minecraft.
Its goal is to make gameplay more challenging, engaging, and progression-based.

This mod is designed for players who want deeper character development, more strategic gameplay, and new world interactions beyond vanilla mechanics.

RPG System

StellarCraft introduces a custom leveling system that is completely separate from Minecraft’s default one.

• Radiance — your level
• Sparks — your experience

You gain Sparks by performing actions such as killing mobs or breaking blocks.
After reaching a required amount, you gain a new Radiance level.

Each level grants charges, which can be spent to upgrade your character and create your own build.

Upgradeable stats:

• Health
• Damage
• Stamina
• Stamina Regeneration
• Intelligence!

This system allows flexible progression and different playstyles.

Stellar Upgrades

In addition to basic stats, the mod includes 12 special upgrades available through the Stellar Book.

- Each upgrade has 5 levels
- Upgrades are grouped into categories: combat, mining, survival, defense, speed, and special abilities
- Examples range from bonus luck to powerful effects like a second chance after death

To upgrade them, you need:

• Intelligence stat
• Vanilla Minecraft experience

Important:

Upgrades only work when they are activated
The Stellar Book must be in the player’s inventory for effects to apply

This system adds another layer of progression and build customization.

New Mechanics

Stamina System

Stamina is consumed when performing actions like mining or sprinting.
If stamina reaches zero, the player becomes exhausted and temporarily unable to act.

This makes gameplay more strategic, as poor stamina management can lead to death.

Falling Stars (Events)

The mod adds stars as physical objects and world events.

There are two types:

Single Star Falls — rare events where a star falls near the player, with unique sounds and effects
Starfall Event — a much rarer night-time event with 4 intensity levels (from weak to very strong)

During starfall events:

Multiple stars can be seen moving across the sky
The chance of stars falling increases

Some stars can be dangerous, adding risk to exploration.

Stellar Equipment Upgrades

StellarCraft adds a new type of equipment enhancement called Stellar Upgrades.

These upgrades are obtained through special Stellar Smithing Templates, which can only be found inside the Star Tower structure or duplicated using diamonds and stars.

Stellar Upgrades allow weapons and tools to gain unique abilities and special effects.

Examples include:

• Swords / Axes — launch stellar projectiles
• Pickaxes — mine blocks in a 3x3 area

Each upgrade must first be activated using the Stellar Table.

Stellar Table

The Stellar Table is a special crafting and activation block used for advanced stellar mechanics.

It is required for:

• Activating Stellar Upgrades
• Creating Stellar Catalysts
• Reviving Extinguished Stars

The block can only be found inside the Star Tower, generated beneath the tower in a special amethyst chamber.

Stellar Catalysts

To power the table, players must create a Stellar Catalyst.

A catalyst is crafted inside the Stellar Table using:

• An Amethyst Shard
• A Stellar Lens

Activating Stellar Upgrades

To activate a Stellar Upgrade, the player must place:

• A Stellar Catalyst
• The required dust type
• An inactive Stellar Upgrade template

into the Stellar Table.

This system adds an additional progression layer and makes powerful upgrades more difficult to obtain.

New Structures

StellarCraft introduces two new overworld structures:

Abandoned Library

A mysterious ruined structure with 6 building variations.

Inside, players can find loot chests containing valuable resources and rare items.

One of the rarest rewards is a special book that permanently grants +1 Intelligence

Star Tower

A large multi-level structure generated in the overworld.

The tower contains:

• A parkour floor
• A treasure floor
• The upper tower section

At the base of the structure, players can find the Stellar Table, surrounded by amethyst crystals.

The Star Tower is the main source of advanced stellar content and progression-related loot.

Vanilla Changes

The mod replaces default UI elements such as hearts and hunger with custom numeric systems.
This is done to simplify the interface and avoid visual clutter.

Some visual effects (like status effects) are still preserved.

Note:
A built-in resource pack is used to hide vanilla bars.
It is recommended to keep the mod’s resource pack at the top for correct UI display.

Items and Blocks

The mod adds new items and blocks, including:

- Stars
- Star Analyzer
- Other related content

Commands

StellarCraft includes several commands for configuring progression systems, world restrictions, and events.

Dimension Level

Controls the required Radiance level for entering dimensions.
(Can be changed in the configuration after world creation)

/dimension_level [get] [nether/end]

• Displays the required Radiance level for dimension access.
• Supports Nether, End

Sparks & Radiance

Used to manage player progression.

/sxp [player] [get/set] [count] [xp/level]

Displays or changes:

• Player Sparks
• Player Radiance level

Maximum World Radiance

Displays the maximum obtainable Radiance level in the world.

/radiance_max [get]

Default maximum Radiance - 100 (Can be changed in the configuration after world creation)

Starfall Event

Enables or disables the global Starfall event.

/starfall_active [true/false]

Enables or disables Starfall events globally

Summon Falling Star

Summons a falling star at specific coordinates.

/summon_star [x] [y(not used)] [z] [visible message]

• The star appears after a short delay
• Useful for events, testing, or map creation
• Optional visible message parameter available

Compatibility Warning

StellarCraft modifies several vanilla Minecraft player attributes and gameplay systems, including health, stamina-related mechanics, and UI behavior.

Because of this, the mod may conflict with other mods that also modify:

• Vanilla player attributes
• Health or hunger systems
• Player UI / HUD
• Combat or progression mechanics

Using multiple mods that alter the same vanilla systems can cause unexpected behavior, visual issues, or incorrect stat calculations.

For the best experience, avoid combining StellarCraft with large RPG, overhaul, or attribute-reworking mods unless compatibility is confirmed.

Important Information

The mod has no required dependencies
It may conflict with other mods that modify UI or player stats
If you encounter issues, please report them on the mod page

Found a bug? Report it here:
StellarCraft Issues Tracker

Available on:

• Modrinth – StellarCraft

• CurseForge – StellarCraft RPG