Deal With the Fake Player (player79)

Understanding player79

Early in your world, a fake player named player79 will appear in your player list and sometimes in your visual space. This entity exists solely to unsettle you—it mimics player behavior but acts unpredictably. You cannot kill it or interact with it normally.

How to Cope

Ignore player79 when possible. The mod's horror design means acknowledging or chasing the fake player often triggers more intense scares. Treat it as background dread rather than a threat to engage.

If player79 appears near you, move to a well-lit, populated area of your base. The fake player tends to fade or act less aggressively when you're in spaces you've secured and decorated.

Don't Panic

The presence of player79 is meant to make you feel watched and unsafe. This is intentional design. Focus on your survival goals—gathering resources, building shelter, staying alive—rather than trying to confront or understand the fake player. The mod thrives on your discomfort, so maintaining routine and structure helps you endure longer.