Future updates will make Minecraft a LOT easier to mod — Mojang Studios is removing code obfuscation entirely

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Mojang Studios is working on the next big Minecraft update and has already begun testing new features. But they’ve also announced another upcoming update, and this one will be quite different from the usual.

Once the new Mounts of Mayhem update is fully launched, Mojang Studios plans to remove a layer of code protection from Minecraft: Java Edition. This won’t affect most players, but it will significantly impact those who create modifications (mods) for the game.

Minecraft has a huge and active modding community, and this update will impact many of them. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing.

Modding Minecraft is about to get a lot easier

Minecraft: Java Edition’s code is intentionally complicated and difficult to read – it’s like the game’s inner workings are hidden. This is a standard practice in game and software creation, called obfuscation. However, it made things tough for modders, who had to carefully reconstruct the code to build and share their modifications.

Mojang Studios used to provide tools called “obfuscation mappings” to assist modders in understanding the code, but these didn’t fully address the underlying issue.

Starting with the next update after the Mounts of Mayhem release, Minecraft: Java Edition builds will no longer have their code hidden (or “obfuscated”). This means the original code names created by Mojang will be visible, making it much easier for modders to understand and work with the game’s code.

To support mod creators – many of whom rely on tools designed for Minecraft’s complex code – Mojang will begin including early, un-obfuscated versions of the game in upcoming Java Edition snapshots. This will make it easier for them to update their mods.

You can find the original announcement on the Minecraft.net website. Minecraft players are already creating amazing things – even AI bots within the game – so any change that helps modders bring their ideas to life is a good thing, in my opinion.

FAQ

What is code obfuscation?

Code obfuscation involves intentionally making software code harder to read and understand. This is done by techniques like rearranging functions, changing names to be misleading, and removing debugging tools. Developers often use obfuscation to protect their work from being copied or altered without permission.

How does removing obfuscation help Minecraft modders?

Currently, making modifications (mods) for Minecraft is complicated because developers have to decipher the game’s code using special tools and mappings provided by Mojang. If Mojang removed this code scrambling, it would be much easier for modders to create, improve, and fix their mods, as they could clearly see how the game’s code works.

Will this change affect Minecraft: Java Edition gameplay?

This update doesn’t change how Minecraft: Java Edition actually plays. Think of code obfuscation as a way to disguise the code – it doesn’t change what the code *does*, just how it looks. The game itself will remain the same, but this will make it simpler to create modifications, or ‘mods’, for it.

Is Minecraft: Bedrock Edition also changing?

This update will only impact Minecraft: Java Edition. Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, the version that works on many different platforms, uses a different system for customizations called Add-Ons, which are available through the official Minecraft Marketplace. The Java Edition has a more open and extensive modding community.

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2025-10-30 14:09