No Netherite Upgrade Template – Datapack
This datapack removes the Netherite Upgrade Template crafting recipe, preventing players from crafting it through vanilla methods
- Netherite progression is intentionally slowed down Upgrading gear to Netherite now requires more effort and progression, making it a true late-game goal.
Core Features:
Removes the Netherite Upgrade Template recipe
Netherite upgrades are no longer easily accessible early-game
Designed to make Netherite feel more valuable and rewarding
Intended Gameplay Impact:
Encourages exploration of high-risk structures (such as Bastions or other dangerous areas)
Motivates players to engage more with combat and progression
Gives players clear long-term goals instead of fast upgrades
Why use this datapack?
Adds challenge without changing core game mechanics
Extends survival progression naturally
Makes Netherite an achievement, not a shortcut
Suitable for Survival, Hardcore, and long-term worlds
Netherite is for those who dares to explore the deepest places of hell.
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft versions listed: 1.20, 1.20.1, 1.20.2
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — see the MC Java Mods guides for the full walkthrough.
- Downloads as NoNetherite_Upgrade_template_dupe.zip
- Download size: 1 KB
- Download link checked 9 Sept 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.