Scorched Guns Neoforged FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I start with Scorched Guns? What's the first gun I can make?
Begin by gathering basic materials and crafting your first firearm at the GunBench—the mod's central crafting block. Check your inventory for a GunBench recipe or find one in a Combat Structure to get started with early-tier guns.
Where do I find the GunBench and how do I use it?
The GunBench is a craftable block where you assemble, upgrade, and customize all your firearms and ammunition. Place it down, interact with it, and you'll see recipes for guns, magazines, and attachments based on your current materials.
What's the difference between guns and how do I choose which one to use?
Each gun has different fire rates, damage, accuracy, and ammo types—some are better for close combat while others excel at range. Experiment with different weapons and use attachments to fine-tune them for your playstyle.
How do I reload my gun and manage ammunition?
Guns use reloadable magazines that you craft and fill with custom ammunition at the GunBench. Keep spare magazines in your inventory and reload by using the reload keybind when your magazine is empty.
What attachments should I put on my guns?
Attachments improve aim, reduce recoil, increase damage, or add scopes—choose based on your gun type and combat situation. Experiment at the GunBench to see which attachments are available for each weapon.
How do I build and use defense turrets?
Craft turret blocks and place them around your base, then supply them with ammunition and power. Turrets will automatically target hostile mobs and players depending on your configuration.
What does ExoSuit armor do and how do I upgrade it?
ExoSuit armor provides enhanced protection and special combat bonuses beyond standard armor. Upgrade it at the GunBench using materials and components to increase its defense and unlock new abilities.
Where do Combat Structures spawn and what loot do they have?
Combat Structures generate throughout your world as new terrain features filled with military-grade loot, weapons, and ammunition. Explore them carefully as they often contain dangerous mobs armed with their own guns.
Does Scorched Guns work with other mods like Create or Fresh Animations?
Yes—the mod has special compatibility features with mods like Create Aeronautics (for mounting turrets on flying machines), Fresh Animations (for gun-specific hand poses), and Guard Villagers (to arm village defenders). These features activate automatically when both mods are installed.
Why is my game lagging or running slowly with this mod?
Heavy firearms, turrets, and custom projectiles can impact performance—try reducing render distance, disabling particle effects, or checking if too many turrets are active in one area. Ensure your Java settings allocate enough RAM to Minecraft.