Peekaboo! for Minecraft: Disguise as Any Mob or Player

Peekaboo!

Have you ever wanted to walk through your Minecraft world disguised as a creeper, a pig, or even another player? The Peekaboo! mod makes that dream a reality with a simple, creative-focused toolkit. This isn't just about changing your skin; it is about fully replacing your player model with that of any entity in the game. Whether you are setting up a prank for your friends or building a cinematic scene, Peekaboo! offers a level of flexibility that vanilla Minecraft simply cannot match.

The core concept is beautifully simple. You can craft or spawn items that, when equipped in the head slot, transform your entire appearance. Imagine a herd of pigs in your farm, but one of them has a name tag floating above it. That is the magic of Peekaboo!. It is a creative-only mod right now, which means it is perfect for map makers, server admins, and content creators who want to stage unforgettable moments without worrying about survival balance.

Core Features: Disguises, Mob Hats, and Plushies

Peekaboo! introduces three distinct types of items, each serving a different purpose in your creative arsenal. Understanding the difference is key to mastering the mod.

Disguise Items

These are the heavy hitters. When you equip a Disguise item in your head slot, your player model is completely replaced by the specified entity. If you wear a Pig Disguise, you look exactly like a normal pig, complete with the correct hitbox size and animations. The only giveaway is your player name tag floating above your head. This feature is perfect for sneaking around or creating realistic mob encounters.

Mob Hats

If you want to keep your humanoid form but add a flair of the wild, Mob Hats are for you. Equipping one of these renders an entity model on top of your head. You can wear a creeper head that is actually a full 3D creeper model, or perhaps a tiny sheep sitting on your shoulders. It is a stylish way to show off your favorite mob without losing your identity.

Plushies

Plushies are purely decorative. Unlike Mob Hats, they cannot be equipped. They are designed to be placed in the world or held in your hand as adorable collectibles. They serve as excellent props for building detailed scenes or just adding a bit of charm to your base.

Mastering the /disguise Command

While items are great for quick changes, the true power of Peekaboo! lies in its command system. The mod adds a single, but incredibly versatile, command: /disguise. This command allows you to modify the disguise of any entity, including yourself, with precise control over data, scale, and even shadows.

Here is a breakdown of the sub-commands you can use:

• /disguise as <entity> [<nbt>] - This is the bread and butter. It disguises the source entity as the specified type. For example, /disguise as minecraft:creeper {powered:true} will turn you into a Charged Creeper, complete with the blue aura.
• /disguise skin as <player> - Want to look like your friend? This command replaces your skin with that of the specified player. For instance, /disguise skin as Cojomax99 will give you their exact appearance.
• /disguise name as <name> - This changes your custom name display. You can set it to anything, like "Dwight Schrute", to add a layer of roleplay to your disguise.
• /disguise scale <scale> - Control your size. You can set a scale modifier between 0.1 and 20.0. A scale of 0.5 makes you half your normal size, while a scale of 2.0 makes you a giant.
• /disguise hideShadow <value> - Toggle your shadow on or off. Setting this to true makes you completely shadowless, which is great for ghost-like effects.
• /disguise clear - This resets all applied disguise properties on the source entity, returning you to your normal state.

One of the most powerful aspects of this command is its compatibility with /execute. You can disguise any living entity in the game. For example, the command /execute as @n[type=wolf] run disguise as sheep will turn the nearest wolf into a sheep, creating a fantastic "wolf in sheep's clothing" scenario.

Item Components for Map Makers

For those who love to dive into the technical side of Minecraft, Peekaboo! offers several item components that can be applied to any item using data packs or commands. This allows for the creation of custom items with predefined disguises.

• peekaboo:disguise - This component specifies the disguise to be applied when the item is equipped. You can define the entity, scale, custom name, and even a player skin profile. For example, peekaboo:disguise={entity:{id:'minecraft:creeper',powered:true}} creates an item that turns you into a charged creeper.
• peekaboo:entity - This is used for Mob Hats and Plushies to specify which entity model should be rendered. The format is the same as the minecraft:entity_data component.
• peekaboo:size - This allows you to scale the rendering of the Disguise, Mob Hat, or Plushie. A value of 1.5 would make the model 50% larger than normal.

Compatibility and Installation

Peekaboo! is designed to work with the latest versions of Minecraft, specifically those using the Fabric mod loader. It is a client-side mod, meaning it needs to be installed on your game client to function. To get started, you will first need to install the Fabric Loader for your specific Minecraft version.

Once you have Fabric installed, the process for how to install is straightforward. You simply place the downloaded mod jar file into your mods folder. After that, launch the game with the Fabric profile, and you are ready to start disguising. The mod is lightweight and does not require any additional dependencies, making the setup process a breeze.

If you are looking for a streamlined way to manage your mods, you might consider using a third-party launcher. For example, the foxygame.net launcher offers a one-click install feature for mods like Peekaboo!, ensuring you always have the correct version and avoiding the hassle of manual file management. It also provides a catalog of add-ons, making it easy to discover new content that pairs well with your disguise setups.

Creative Uses and Ideas

The possibilities with Peekaboo! are limited only by your imagination. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Hide and Seek: Disguise as a block or a common mob and challenge your friends to find you.
• Cinematics: Create custom mob encounters for your adventure maps by disguising armor stands or other entities.
• Roleplay: Use the /disguise name command to give characters distinct identities in your server's story.
• Pranks: Disguise a wolf as a sheep and watch your friends try to figure out why it is acting so strangely.

Remember, since the mod is creative-only, you will need to be in Creative mode or have operator permissions to use the commands effectively. This ensures that the mod does not interfere with survival gameplay balance, keeping it a pure tool for creativity and fun.

Whether you are a map maker looking for new tools or a player who loves to cause mischief, Peekaboo! for Minecraft is a fantastic addition to your mod list. Its simple mechanics and deep command structure offer something for everyone. So go ahead, download Peekaboo! and start turning your world into a stage where anything can happen. The only limit is your creativity.