Advancement Recipes Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I start the mod? What's the first thing I need to do?
Open your guide book (check your inventory or press the configured key) to see the advancement tree. Complete the initial advancements listed in the first branch—these are basic survival tasks like gathering wood or mining stone. Once you finish them, you'll unlock your first tool tier for crafting.
Why can't I craft iron tools even though I have the materials?
Tool recipes are locked behind advancement requirements. You must complete all advancements in the current equipment tier's questline before you can craft the next tier. Check your guide book to see which advancements you still need to finish.
Do I need to complete every single advancement to progress?
No. Only advancements in your chosen progression branch are required to unlock equipment tiers. Decorative blocks unlock from individual milestones, and there's a secret path with optional advancements, so you have flexibility in what you pursue.
What's the secret advancement path and how do I access it?
The mod includes a hidden seventh progression branch with optional advancements that aren't required for equipment progression. Explore the guide book thoroughly and complete unusual or challenging tasks to discover and unlock entries in this secret path.
Can I unlock decorative blocks without doing the full questline?
Yes. Decorative block recipes unlock instantly when you complete their matching individual advancements, so you don't need to finish an entire equipment tier to access them.
Does this mod work in Hardcore mode?
Yes, the mod works in Hardcore worlds. The advancement system functions normally, and you can progress through equipment tiers without any special restrictions, though losing your world means losing your progress.
How many advancements are there total?
The mod contains 159 custom advancements spread across six main progression branches and one secret path. This gives you plenty of content to work through in a full playthrough.
Can I craft recipes if I have the materials but haven't unlocked the advancement?
No. The mod prevents crafting of locked recipes entirely—you cannot craft them in any crafting interface until the matching advancement is completed.
Does this mod affect performance or cause lag?
The mod is designed to work alongside standard survival gameplay without significant performance impact. If you experience issues, check that your other mods are compatible and that you're running an appropriate Java version for your Minecraft version.
What if I want to skip the mod's progression system?
The mod is designed around locked recipes as its core mechanic—there's no built-in way to disable progression requirements. If you want unrestricted crafting, you would need to remove the mod or use a different mod configuration.