Depth : Hidden World (Discontinued)
Venture into the crushing darkness of the ocean floor with Depth : Hidden World (Discontinued), a Minecraft modification that transforms the deep blue into a hostile, high-pressure environment. Originally forged in just three days during a modding duel hosted by FuzeIII, a prominent French YouTuber, this add-on introduces a survival challenge unlike any other. While the project is no longer receiving updates, its unique mechanics and atmosphere remain a fascinating piece of modding history for players seeking a tougher aquatic experience.
Supported Versions and Loaders
Before you download Depth : Hidden World (Discontinued), it is important to check compatibility. This mod was developed using MCreator, primarily targeting the 1.16.5 version of Minecraft. It requires the Forge mod loader to function correctly. Because it is a discontinued project, you will not find ports for newer versions like 1.19 or 1.20. Players looking to experience this content must specifically set up a 1.16.5 Forge profile. Additionally, installing JEI (Just Enough Items) is highly recommended, as the mod adds numerous custom recipes that benefit from a recipe viewer.
The Lore of the Sunken World
The backstory of this mod is as deep as the trenches it adds. Long ago, a portion of the deep ocean melted and was buried by an unknown force. This event separated two species of Guardians: the Amber Guardians and the standard Guardians. The energy of the sun, once reflected by amber crystals, remained trapped within the stone. When this section of the ocean collapsed, local wildlife, including Creepers and Turtles, were swept into the abyss. Over generations, they adapted to the extreme pressure and darkness, evolving into new, hostile entities. A pathway between this buried world and the surface still exists, but finding it is part of the challenge.
Tools, Armor, and Survival Mechanics
Survival in the depths requires more than just a potion of water breathing. The mod introduces a pressure mechanic: once you descend below 20 blocks of water, you begin to take damage unless properly equipped. To combat this, you must craft specialized gear.
- Amber Tools: These are incredibly durable, surpassing even Netherite, but they mine slowly. They inflict hunger on enemies and have the unique ability to cook blocks as you break them.
- Platinum Tools: Situated between Iron and Diamond in power, these tools apply a "Deep Impact" effect, dealing extra damage to aquatic mobs.
- Dive Suits: You can craft a heavy Netherite Dive Suit or a lighter Platinum variant. The Netherite suit slows your swimming speed, while the Platinum version offers better mobility. Both require compressed air fuel to provide oxygen.
To refill your air supply, you must interact with an Air Compressor block. For those who prefer vehicular travel, a Submarine is available. It ignores bubble columns and sea currents, allowing for safe navigation without the need for potions or doors. If you are using the foxygame.net launcher, you can find Depth : Hidden World (Discontinued) directly in its curated add-on catalog, which simplifies managing the specific Forge dependencies required for this older mod.
Exploration and New Dimensions
The mod adds significant world generation features. You will find Amber and Platinum ores generating in all ocean biomes. On beaches, keep an eye out for deserted fisherman's huts, and underground, search for ancient Guardian temples. These structures contain a portal that can only be activated by right-clicking with a Heart of the Sea.
Entering the portal transports you to a dimension composed entirely of water, volcanoes, and amber crystals. This realm hosts new biodiversity. You will encounter the Deeper, an aquatic Creeper variant that latches onto players and has a 50% chance to explode upon death. You will also find the Sunken, a hollow crab pet that acts as portable storage and trembles when Creepers are within 16 blocks.
Confronting the Amber Guardian
The dimension's boss is the Amber Guardian, located in the rare Depth Dungeon. To summon this neutral entity, you must use a Nether Star on the central altar. The fight has three phases:
- Neutral Phase: The boss attacks with standard melee strikes dealing 30 damage.
- Attractive Phase (below 200 HP): When hit, the boss pulls the player toward him using crystal energy.
- Projectile Phase (below 100 HP): The Guardian launches crystal projectiles that deal high durability damage to the player's held weapon.
Defeating him rewards the "Mirror of Profusion," a fun item that duplicates whatever is held in the off-hand. If you are looking for a guide on how to install Depth : Hidden World (Discontinued), simply drop the JAR file into your mods folder alongside Forge and JEI. While the mod is discontinued, it offers a surprisingly robust and challenging adventure for those willing to brave the pressure.