Ore Discovery Broadcast Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) – Real-Time Ore Mining Alerts for Multiplayer Fun

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Communication and awareness are key elements of any good multiplayer experience and Ore Discovery Broadcast Mod (1.21.8, 1.20.1) delivers just that with a fun, server-friendly twist. This lightweight mod sends an automatic chat message whenever a player discovers and mines an ore block, letting everyone on the server know who found what and when.

Originally designed for servers, the mod also works perfectly in singleplayer if you want to monitor your own mining progress. Whether you’re running a competitive mining challenge, building community engagement, or simply want a livelier chat, this mod makes ore discovery more social and interactive. It adds a new layer of excitement to otherwise routine mining trips and makes resource gathering feel like a shared adventure.

Ore Discovery Broadcast Mod

Features:

  • Automatic Chat Announcements
    Displays a real-time message in the game chat when a player mines valuable ore blocks like iron, gold, diamond, or netherite.
  • Multiplayer Engagement
    Keeps players aware of each other’s mining activity, fostering interaction and competition.
  • Configurable Message Settings
    Customize which ores trigger announcements, the message format, and which players can view them.
  • Singleplayer Support
    Works in solo worlds too great for self-tracking or integrating into challenge-based play.
  • Lightweight and Easy to Install
    No complex setup or commands just plug it in and it works out of the box.
  • Compatible with Major Mod Loaders
    Supports Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt environments for maximum flexibility.

Screenshots:

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Requires:

Minecraft Forge

NeoForge

Fabric Loader

Fabric API

Quilt Installer

Collective Lib

How to install:

How To Download & Install Mods with Minecraft Forge

How To Download & Install Fabric Mods

How To Download & Install The Quilt Loader

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Why use Ore Discovery Broadcast Mod?

Mining in Minecraft is often a solo activity—but with Ore Discovery Broadcast Mod, it becomes a shared experience. The moment someone uncovers diamonds or finds ancient debris, everyone on the server will know. This transparency fosters healthy competition, teamwork, and can even help track progress during group mining events.

For server owners, it’s a great way to spice up the chat without relying on external plugins. And for content creators, it’s a useful tool to showcase progress or trigger audience reactions in real time. Whether you’re building a competitive SMP, a casual community world, or just want more dynamic gameplay feedback, this mod is an excellent addition.

FAQs

Which ores trigger announcements by default?

By default, common ores like coal, iron, copper, gold, redstone, lapis, diamond, emerald, and netherite trigger messages, but you can customize this list in the config.

Can I disable announcements for certain ores?

Yes. The mod includes configuration options that let you choose which ores are broadcasted and which are ignored.

Does this mod work in singleplayer?

Yes, the mod functions in singleplayer as well, though chat broadcasts will only appear to the player.

Is this mod server-side or client-side?

It needs to be installed on the server to function in multiplayer environments, though clients can also install it for config access.

Can I customize the format of the messages?

Yes, you can fully configure the message format via the mod’s config file or in-game settings depending on the version.

1.19.2
1.20.1
1.20.4
1.20.6
1.21.1, 1.21
1.21.3
1.21.4
1.21.5
1.21.6
1.21.7, 1.21.8