Better Boat Movement Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable the mod after installing it?
The mod is active by default once installed. You'll notice boats immediately handle ice and uneven terrain better. If you want to verify it's working, try boating on ice—you should maintain speed without slipping as much as before.
What does step height actually do?
Step height determines how tall a block your boat can climb over without stopping. A higher step height lets your boat smoothly traverse small obstacles like slabs, stairs, and terrain bumps that would normally halt you.
Can I change the step height and collision settings?
Yes. You can adjust stepHeight and extraCollisionDetectionRange in the mod's config file to match your playstyle—increase them for smoother travel over rougher terrain, or decrease them if you want more precise collision behavior.
Why is my boat still getting stuck on blocks?
Your step height setting may be too low for the obstacles you're crossing, or collision detection isn't catching the block in time. Try increasing both stepHeight and extraCollisionDetectionRange in the config, then restart your world.
Does this mod work on ice in the Nether?
Yes, the mod improves boat handling on any ice block, including Nether ice. The enhanced step height and collision detection apply everywhere, so your boat will move smoothly across Nether ice routes too.
Will this mod slow down my game?
The mod is lightweight and shouldn't cause noticeable performance drops. It only enhances collision detection and step mechanics, which are already part of the game engine.
Does the mod work with other boat-related mods?
Most mods that don't directly override boat movement will work fine alongside this one. If you experience conflicts, check that no other mod is changing the same boat mechanics.
What's the difference between step height and collision detection range?
Step height is how tall a block your boat can climb; collision detection range is how far ahead the mod looks to anticipate obstacles. Both work together—step height lets you climb it, detection range helps you avoid hitting it in the first place.
Can I use this mod in multiplayer?
Yes, the mod works in multiplayer servers. All players with the mod installed will experience improved boat movement; players without it will see normal boat behavior.
How do I reset the settings to default?
Delete or reset the config file for the mod, then restart your game. The mod will regenerate the config with default values (stepHeight = 0.4 and extraCollisionDetectionRange = 2.0).