Worm Industries
Digging long tunnels by hand in Minecraft can be a tedious grind. Worm Industries changes that completely by introducing colossal tunnel boring machines—called Worms—that carve through stone, place rails, and even build walls as they go. This technology mod turns your mining projects into automated marvels, letting you focus on exploration and creativity while the drill does the heavy lifting.
What Makes Worm Industries Special?
At its core, Worm Industries for Minecraft gives you a placeable, multi-block drill that moves forward on its own, consuming fuel and clearing a path. But it’s far more than a simple miner. The mod packs in smart systems for torch placement, powered rail laying, resource relocation, and even wall construction inside your freshly bored tunnels. Whether you’re building a vast subway network or just want a straight path to a distant biome, this add-on delivers.
Drill Types and Tiers
Currently, Worm Industries offers three drill sizes, each with increasing power and capabilities:
- 3x3 Basic Worm – The entry-level drill, perfect for starter tunnels. It runs on rails and requires a simple setup.
- 5x5 Bronze Worm – A mid-tier machine that moves on its own belts, places rails behind it, and unlocks advanced features like wall building.
- 7x7 Silver Worm – The largest drill, capable of massive excavation and full automation. It also rides on belts and leaves a wide, finished tunnel.
Each drill has its own crafting requirements and placement rules, so you’ll need to plan your infrastructure accordingly. The mod supports Minecraft versions 1.18.2 and 1.19.2, running on the Forge mod loader, so you can enjoy these mechanical beasts in recent updates.
Crafting and the Workbench
Basic and Bronze drills can be assembled using a vanilla crafting table, but to unlock the full potential—including the Silver tier—you’ll need the Worm Industries Workbench. This special block combines a crafting table, two anvils, a furnace, and wooden planks. Its GUI lets you select a drill, see exactly which resources are required, and craft with precision. The workbench also handles drill upgrades, so you can evolve your 3x3 Worm into a 5x5 beast without starting from scratch. Just remember: recipes inside the workbench won’t show up in JEI, so keep the in-game manual handy.
Advanced Automation Features
Once your drill is placed and fueled, the real magic begins. Right-click the rear part to open the console GUI, where you can load fuel, rails, building blocks, and configure a host of systems:
- Torch Placing System – Automatically places torches on the left, right, or both sides at set intervals, even building support pillars if needed.
- Powered Rail Placing – Interleaves powered rails and redstone torches into your track, keeping minecart networks running smoothly.
- Resource Relocation – Moves items from backup slots to the main slot, so your drill never runs out of fuel or rails mid-tunnel.
- Wall Building – For Bronze and Silver drills, you can design custom walls for the tunnel’s corners and sides, using any blocks you like. The system recalculates rail and torch positions to fit inside the finished structure.
- Positioning System – Turn the drill left or right, raise it, or lower it—though these maneuvers cost extra fuel and require clear space.
All these systems work together seamlessly, and you can toggle alerts on or off to decide whether the drill stops when resources run low.
How to Install Worm Industries
Getting started is straightforward. First, make sure you have Minecraft Forge installed for version 1.18.2 or 1.19.2. Then, download Worm Industries from its official CurseForge page—just search for the mod by name. Place the downloaded .jar file into your mods folder, and you’re ready to craft your first drill. If you prefer a more streamlined experience, the foxygame.net launcher includes Worm Industries in its add-on catalog, allowing a one-click install that handles version compatibility and auto-updates for you. No manual file dragging required.
Tips for Your First Tunnel
Before you place a drill, sneak and right-click the ground to preview the required space. A ghost grid will appear, showing you exactly where blocks need to be cleared or platforms built. Basic drills need three rails in a row, while Bronze and Silver drills demand solid platforms of specific dimensions. Always double-check the item tooltip for size info. Once running, keep an eye on fuel and rail supplies—the resource relocation system helps, but it’s wise to stock up before a long journey.
Why You Should Download Worm Industries
Worm Industries transforms the way you approach large-scale digging. Instead of spending hours with a pickaxe, you can set up a drill, load it with materials, and watch it carve perfect tunnels while you attend to other builds. The mod’s attention to detail—from the workbench upgrade path to the intricate wall-building logic—makes it a standout in the tech mod scene. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or just tired of manual labor, this add-on brings a satisfying, industrial edge to your Minecraft world. So go ahead, download Worm Industries, and let the Worms do the work.