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Difficulty Lock Mod FAQ

6 questions players actually ask, answered.

What does the Difficulty Lock Mod do?
It gives you full control over world difficulty settings by automatically applying a chosen difficulty to new worlds and preventing players from changing it afterward.
How do I make every new world Hardcore with this mod?
Enable the forceHardcoreMode option in the config, which sets worlds to Hardcore regardless of other difficulty settings.
Can players still change the difficulty after a world is created?
No, if shouldLockDifficulty is enabled, the difficulty is locked and cannot be changed later.
How does the mod decide which difficulty to apply when multiple force options are set?
The forcePeaceful, forceEasy, forceNormal, and forceHard settings are prioritized to determine the default difficulty.
Can I stop players from enabling cheats or picking Creative mode during world setup?
Yes, forceCheatsDisabled prevents enabling cheats during setup, and disableCreativeModeSelection removes Creative mode from the world creation screen.
Is this mod useful for servers and modpacks?
Yes, it is designed for modpacks, servers, and players who want a consistent challenge across all new worlds.