Simple Gunpowder Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I start making gunpowder without a mob farm?
Gather basic materials like coal, sand, and redstone from the Overworld, then use any of the small or medium crafting recipes on a regular crafting table to produce your first batches of gunpowder. The Small Overworld Recipe is the easiest entry point and requires only common resources.
Which recipe gives me the most gunpowder at once?
The Potent Sulfur Recipe produces 48 gunpowder in a single craft, making it the highest-output option if you have access to sulfur. The Industrial Recipe also produces 32 gunpowder and uses only Overworld materials.
Where do I find sulfur for the sulfur recipes?
Sulfur is typically found in the Nether or obtained through villager trades and loot chests. Check your mod's configuration and exploration to locate sulfur deposits, or trade with Cleric villagers who may offer it.
Can I turn off recipes I don't want to use?
Yes, open the config/simplegunpowder.json file and set any recipe's enable flag to false to disable it. Changes take effect after you restart the game.
How do I trade with villagers for gunpowder?
Find Novice Fletcher or Cleric villagers and interact with them to see their trades—they will exchange gunpowder for emeralds or trade sulfur and cinnabar in return. You'll need emeralds to initiate most trades.
What do piglins give me for gold ingots?
When you barter with piglins in the Nether using gold ingots, they will drop between 8 and 16 gunpowder in return, making it a reliable bulk source if you have gold available.
Is there gunpowder in End City loot?
Yes, End City treasure chests contain large stacks of 48 to 64 gunpowder, making exploration a viable way to gather huge amounts at once.
Do I need to enable all recipes or can I use just one?
You can enable only the recipes that suit your playstyle by editing the config file. Many players use just one or two favorite recipes and disable the rest.
What materials do the Overworld recipes need?
The Overworld recipes use common materials like coal, sand, and redstone in different combinations. Refer to the crafting table tooltips or your mod's guide to see the exact ingredients for each recipe.
Does this mod affect performance or lag?
Simple Gunpowder Mod is lightweight and only adds crafting recipes and loot—it should have minimal impact on performance. If you experience issues, try disabling unused recipes in the config to reduce processing overhead.