Create is a technology mod focused on building contraptions and automation. This guide covers setting up a Create mod server with proper performance configurations.

Choose Minecraft and Forge Versions

Select compatible versions for Create mod:

Recommended Versions (2024):

Minecraft 1.20.1: Most stable Create version
Forge 47.2.0+: Latest compatible Forge
Create 0.5.1+: Latest stable Create version
Java 17: Required for Minecraft 1.18+

Version Compatibility Check:

Visit Create on CurseForge
Check "Game Versions" tab for compatibility
Ensure Forge version supports chosen MC version
Verify Create dependencies are available

Install Forge Server

Set up the Forge server environment:

Download Forge: Get installer from files.minecraftforge.net
Create server directory: Make new folder for server files
Run installer: java -jar forge-installer.jar --installServer
Accept EULA: Edit eula.txt and set eula=true
Test startup: Run server once to generate base files

Forge startup script example:

#!/bin/bash
# start.sh
java -Xms4G -Xmx8G -XX:+UseG1GC -XX:+ParallelRefProcEnabled \
-XX:MaxGCPauseMillis=200 -XX:+UnlockExperimentalVMOptions \
-XX:+DisableExplicitGC -XX:+AlwaysPreTouch \
-XX:G1NewSizePercent=30 -XX:G1MaxNewSizePercent=40 \
-XX:G1HeapRegionSize=8M -XX:G1ReservePercent=20 \
-XX:G1HeapWastePercent=5 -XX:G1MixedGCCountTarget=4 \
-XX:InitiatingHeapOccupancyPercent=15 \
-jar forge-1.20.1-47.2.0.jar nogui

Install Core Dependencies

Add required library mods for Create:

Essential Dependencies:

Flywheel: Rendering engine for Create (required)
Registrate: Registration helper library
Forge Config API: Configuration management

Installation Process:

Download dependency .jar files from CurseForge
Place all .jar files in the mods/ folder
Ensure version compatibility with Create
Start server to verify dependencies load correctly

Create will not start without Flywheel. Always install dependencies before adding Create itself.

Install Create Mod

Add the main Create mod to your server:

Download Create: Get from CurseForge Create page
Verify version: Match Minecraft and Forge versions exactly
Place in mods folder: Add Create-X.X.X.jar to mods/
Start server: Monitor console for successful loading
Check for errors: Resolve any dependency issues

Successful Create loading looks like:

[Server thread/INFO] [create/]: Create's Contraption Handling initialized
[Server thread/INFO] [create/]: Create's Server Config has been loaded
[Server thread/INFO] [flywheel/]: Flywheel loaded successfully

Add Recommended Companion Mods

Install mods that enhance the Create experience:

Performance & Quality of Life:

JEI (Just Enough Items): Recipe viewer
Xaero's Minimap: Navigation aid
WAILA/TOP: Block information overlay
AppleSkin: Food/hunger information
Inventory Tweaks: Inventory management

Create Add-ons:

Create: Steam 'n' Rails: Advanced trains and automation
Create: Deco: Decorative blocks and items
Create: Crafts & Additions: Electrical components
Create Slice & Dice: Advanced food processing

Configure Server Settings

Optimize server properties for Create mod:

server.properties Optimizations:

# Increase view distance for large contraptions
view-distance=12
simulation-distance=8

# Entity settings for contraptions
max-entities-in-chunk=200

# Network settings for complex redstone
network-compression-threshold=512
max-packet-rate=1000

# Spawn protection
spawn-protection=16

Create-specific Configurations:

# config/create-server.toml
[contraptions]
maxContraptionSize = 2000
maxContraptionBlocks = 5000
maxMotorSpeed = 256

[logistics]
trainPlayerMaxDistance = 8000
trainCartMaxDistance = 12000

[performance]
cargoContraptionDespawnDelay = 20
cartAssemblerCooldown = 20

Set Up World Generation

Configure world settings for optimal Create gameplay:

Recommended World Settings:

World Type: Default (for balanced ore generation)
Generate Structures: Enabled (for Create structures)
Bonus Chest: Disabled (for clean start)
Seed: Leave blank for random generation

Create Structure Configuration:

# config/create-common.toml
[worldgen]
enable_create_structures = true
schem_cannon_range = 64
tree_fertilizer_radius = 5

[resources]
copper_ore_generation = true
zinc_ore_generation = true

Test Contraption Performance

Verify Create mechanics work properly:

Basic rotation: Test water wheels and windmills
Mechanical crafting: Build a mechanical crafter setup
Contraption movement: Create a simple piston contraption
Train systems: Build and test train tracks
Stress system: Verify rotation power transmission
Multiplayer sync: Test contraptions with multiple players

Performance monitoring commands:

/forge tps  # Check server performance
/create contraptions  # List active contraptions
/create kineticsDebug  # View rotation network debug

Optimize for Large Builds

Configure server for complex Create contraptions:

Memory Optimization:

Allocate at least 6-8GB RAM for Create servers
Use G1GC garbage collector for better performance
Monitor memory usage with large contraptions
Consider periodic restarts for stability

Advanced JVM Arguments:

# Additional flags for Create servers
-XX:+UseBiasedLocking
-XX:BiasedLockingStartupDelay=0
-XX:+AlwaysPreTouch
-Dfml.readTimeout=180
-Dfml.loginTimeout=180

Contraption Limits:

Set reasonable max contraption sizes
Limit concurrent moving contraptions
Monitor entity counts in chunks
Use Create's built-in performance tools

Your Create mod server is now ready! Players can start building amazing contraptions, trains, and automated systems. Monitor performance as players create larger and more complex builds.

Create Mod Server Setup Guide