Universal Bedrock Deposits Data Pack FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need CustomOreVeins installed for this to work?
Yes, CustomOreVeins is required—this data pack extends it to add giant deposits for all vanilla minerals. Without CustomOreVeins, the new ore formations won't generate.
Will this replace vanilla iron and copper deposits?
No, the giant deposits work alongside vanilla iron and copper clusters, so you'll see both types of formations in your world.
How do I find giant ore deposits if I don't know where to look?
Giant deposits spawn randomly underground like vanilla ore veins—explore caves, mine down to different depths, or use strip mining techniques to encounter them. The guides on finding your first deposit cover specific strategies.
Can I find giant diamond deposits near the surface or only deep down?
Ore deposits spawn at different depths depending on the ore type; check the mod's configuration or explore various depths to find where diamonds and other minerals cluster in your world.
Do ancient debris deposits spawn in the same massive clusters as overworld ores?
Yes, ancient debris forms giant clusters in the Nether just like other ores, making it much easier to gather large quantities compared to vanilla spawning.
What's the best pickaxe to mine these giant deposits efficiently?
Use the highest-tier pickaxe available to you—diamond or netherite work best—and consider enchantments like Efficiency and Unbreaking to speed up mining and reduce tool wear.
Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?
Massive ore clusters can impact performance if you're mining large areas at once; if you experience lag, try mining in smaller sections or adjusting CustomOreVeins' configuration to reduce cluster frequency.
Can I use this in a multiplayer server?
Yes, data packs work on servers—install it on the server side and all players will see the same giant ore deposits in their shared world.
Do I need to start a new world to see the giant deposits?
Yes, ore deposits only generate in newly created chunks, so you'll need a fresh world or explore unexplored areas to encounter the giant formations.
Can I disable deposits for specific ores I don't want?
Check CustomOreVeins' configuration files—you can usually adjust or disable individual ore types to customize which deposits spawn in your world.