Simple Structures Caves Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need to start a new world to see these structures?
No, the mod works with existing worlds. Structures will generate in cave chunks you haven't explored yet, so you can add it to a world in progress and find them while mining new areas.
What's the best way to find structures when mining?
Structures spawn throughout caves at various depths, so continue mining normally and explore side passages—you'll encounter shelters, ruins, and dungeons naturally. Listen for mob spawners or look for unusual building materials like brick and sandstone mixed into the stone.
Are the monster rooms dangerous or can I clear them easily?
Monster rooms contain spawners and hostile mobs, so they're designed as a challenge; bring armor and weapons before opening chests, as mobs will spawn when you're nearby. You can disable the spawner with torches or a pickaxe once you're ready.
Can I use this mod with Terralith or Biomes o' Plenty?
Yes, the mod is built to work seamlessly with both Terralith and Biomes o' Plenty, so structures will generate correctly in those world types without extra configuration.
Do the underground shelters have useful supplies or just decoration?
Shelters contain crafting tables, chests with loot, and sometimes lanterns and furniture—they're designed as functional rest stops where miners can regroup, repair tools, and organize inventory.
Will this mod slow down my game or cause lag?
The mod uses vanilla blocks and standard structure generation, so performance impact is minimal on most systems; if you experience lag, it's usually from running many mods together rather than this one alone.
What kind of loot should I expect from structure chests?
Chests contain vanilla-style underground loot like ores, tools, and enchanted items appropriate to the structure type; dungeon chests tend to have better rewards than simple shelters.
Are there structures at every depth or only certain levels?
Structures generate throughout the underground at various depths, including deep caves and near ore veins, so you'll find them whether you're mining shallow or deep.
Can I disable certain structures or customize generation?
Configuration options depend on your mod loader and version; check your mod's config folder for settings to adjust structure frequency or disable specific types if desired.
Do I need other mods for this to work or is it standalone?
The mod works standalone with vanilla Minecraft; it's compatible with world generation mods like Terralith but doesn't require them to function.