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Adds or expands cave generation with lighter performance impact.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Exploring Fungal Caves and Harvesting MushroomsFinding Fungal Caves Fungal Caves generate beneath forest and jungle biomes, identifiable by their abundance of giant…Finding Ores in Icy CavesLocating Icy Caves Icy Caves spawn beneath snowy biomes at various depths. Look for thick layers of ice blocks…Locating and Mining Gold in Arid CavesFinding Arid Caves Arid Caves spawn beneath hot surface biomes like deserts and badlands. These underground areas…Navigating Volcanic Caves SafelyUnderstanding Volcanic Cave Layout Volcanic Caves generate at the very bottom of the world and feature massive lava…

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to do anything to activate the mod after installing it?
No, Cavernous Lite Data Pack works automatically once installed—just load into a world and start exploring. New cave biomes will generate in newly created chunks, but existing caves in old chunks won't change.
Which cave biome spawns under my current location?
Cave biomes are determined by the surface biome directly above them, so deserts generate Arid Caves below, jungles generate Buried Jungle, snowy areas generate Icy Caves, and so on. You can check your surface biome to predict what you'll find underground.
How do I find ores in Icy Caves if they're hidden under ice?
Ores in Icy Caves are buried beneath ice blocks, so you need to mine or melt the ice above to see what's underneath. Look for slight variations in the ice surface or use a pickaxe to carefully break through and peek at the layer below.
Is it safe to dig straight down in Volcanic Caves?
No—Volcanic Caves have massive lava rivers and flowing water that can trap or kill you, so always dig carefully and watch for lava pockets. Bring water and fire resistance potions if you plan to mine diamonds in these caves.

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