SpookyJam 2024

As the air grows crisp and the nights grow long, SpookyJam has returned! This october, we summon the bravest modders to embrace their creative spirit and join us for the eighth annual SpookyJam!

SpookyJam is an annual mod jam held in celebration of the fall season. During SpookyJam we encourage you to create new Java mods and Bedrock Add-Ons that capture the essence of the season. Participants are encouraged to challenge themselves, learn new skills, and collaborate to create awesome things! A modpack and server showcasing this years submissions will also be released closer to the end of the event.

SpookyJam is open to modders of all skill levels. If you've never made a mod before, now may be the perfect time to learn how! Many teams are looking for help with ideas, textures, sounds, and localization! Join our Discord for more info.

Rules

The following rules have been put in place to ensure a safe and fair experience for all participants. Breaking these rules may result in your submission being disqualified. If you have any questions about the rules please reach out on our Discord.

You must submit a working Minecraft Java mod or Bedrock Add-On. There are no version or loader requirements, however the server and modpack will use Java Edition 1.21.1 with the NeoForge mod loader.
Submissions must only be developed during the event period. This year the event starts on October 1st and ends on November 1st. Coming up with ideas in advance is fine.
Submissions must fit within the broad themes of SpookyJam in some way. Our themes include anything that is spooky, dark, or mysterious. Anything that fits with the fall/autumn season is also allowed.
Third party dependencies may be used within reason. You may also use 3rd party assets provided that they are public domain or licensed under CC0.
Teams are allowed, and are encouraged! There are no team size limits but we recommend a maximum of four. Teams will be responsible for deciding how any prizes won by their submission will be split.
Submissions must not contain malicious code or act in bad faith. We expect everyone to be professional and try not to ruin the event for anyone else. Intentionally crashing the game, making the game unplayable, or maliciously tampering with other submissions will not be accepted.
Submissions must be uploaded to CurseForge before the submission deadline. They must also pass through CurseForge's standard review process. We highly encourage uploading your project as soon as possible to ensure your project is reviewed in time.
Be respectful to other participants, event sponsors, and event organizers.

Prizes & Rewards

This year we are partnering with CurseForge to provide a limited edition CurseForge shirt and a CurseForge patch to all participants! We will also be providing participants with the SpookyJam 2024 role on our Discord server. Participants can claim their rewards using this form.

Modpack & Server

Each year we put together a modpack that showcases participating mods. We also host a public server for players to explore these mods together! More information will be revealed closer to the end of the event.

Please keep in mind that our server and modpack will be using Minecraft 1.21.1 and the NeoForge mod loader. Any submissions that are not compatible with this environment will be excluded from the pack and server, but will still be eligible for the broader event.

Entries

The submission window is open! Please submit your entry using this form before the end of October 31st! Make sure you also submit this form to claim your participation rewards!

In 2024 we have received 37 submissions from 44 different authors! Check out all the awesome submissions below!

Skulls & Spirits

By: VulpTheKangaFox

Whip up spooky spirits and ghastly brews in this Minecraft mod made for for SpookyJam 2024!

Com-Bat

By: witixin

Com-Bat is a Minecraft Mod that makes Bats Aggressive, making them attack Players and other Neutral ...

Crafty Concoctions

By: merlinspace

Interesting Potion System Revamp where potions aren't made by just putting static recipes into a gui...

Shadow Mounts

By: Serilum

🐎 SpookyJam 2024: Turn horses into their Shadow Variant via a unique saddle!

Ultraviolet End

By: violet_array

an End update made for SpookyJam!

Trick or Treat!

By: Nyfaria

At night, villagers will give you a Trick or a Treat!

Graveyard Galore

By: JTK222

This mod provides a handful of Graveyard themed Decoration, ready for your halloween builds.

Doom & Gloom

By: Binome

Addon for the mod Oreganized! Adding Vigil Candles, Hollers, Sepulchers, Bone Piles and a new villag...

Did you pay your taxes?

By: Ultramegaaa

This mod adds mining, smelting and trading tax to minecraft

Rebrewed

By: paulmarmet1

Changing potions in a (hopefully) interesting way.

Pumpkin Pastures

By: JustSomeKnight

Inspired by the classic PumpkinPatch mod from 1.6.4, Pumpkin Pastures adds new pumpkin related food,...

LUMINOUS: HALLOWEEN

By: RipleysMods

Bring a spooky new boss to your Minecraft World!

Mossin' Around

By: Lord_Of_Crumbs

Adds a variety of new mossy blocks.

Wandering Cursebringer

By: UltrusBot

Adds the Wandering Cursebringer, an illager that sells curses that make the game more difficult in r...

Arcane Glyphs

By: ThatGravyBoat

Arcane Glyphs

Frights and Foliage

By: Pillowfort

Adds Autumn-themed biomes, mobs, food, and more to Minecraft

Dark Hours

By: phoenix_wb

A lumbering darkness falls over forests at midnight, spawning new monsters.

Wisp Of The Lanterns

By: Gamerdragon252

A mod inspired by the myths of wisps and there relation to jack-'o-lanterns

Soul Incursion

By: Mouritoes

Soul Incursion is a small mod that adds soul creatures, new items, equipment and a new structure! Fi...

Pumpkin Plougher

By: Superkat32

Plough your way through the speed of sound with the sculk-powered engine-welding Pumpkin Plougher wh...

Kreebles

By: Khazoda

Dastardly little creatures inhabit the depths, be on guard as you explore underground.

Spooky Doors

By: BlayTheNinth

Doors, but they're scary like in Horror Games

Nyctography

By: DarkhaxDev

Adds the Nyctography substitution cipher as a usable Minecraft font.

Knife Ghost

By: AmyMialee

Beware the Knife Ghost

White Pumpkins

By: MincraftEinstein

Adds Minecraft Story Mode inspired white pumpkins that will generate in the pale garden. Made for Sp...

Just Another Witchery Rem...

By: MrSterner_, anatevka_xD, TechTastic1

A remake of an old beloved witchcraft mod, aiming to make sense in the current modding scene

MoreTraps

By: NotRyken

Adds skeleton-horse-type traps to other mobs.

Impillagers

By: TheBlindBandit6

A swamp overhaul mod, aiming to expand upon the biome in a unique way.

Echoes

By: Mrbysco, ShyNieke

Sculk-corrupted creatures that hunt by sound

Sleepy Hollows

By: satisfy, cph101dev, jason13official, TeraBuildsStuff

Darkness falls, a boss to dread, armor strong - don’t lose your head!

Ism - A Minecraft Mod

By: ewoudje

A mod that adds a unique structure that has certain powers....

Soul Mastery

By: MtcLeo05

A magitech mod about harnessing the power of souls

Pumpkins o'Plenty

By: witherlord00

A very simple mod that adds an assortment of pumpkins and food items.

Graveyards

By: TathanDev

Wake up and fight the dead in epic battles!

The Confectioner

By: Yamimon2005

Adds sweet treats and a new villager profesion.

Scalar Spooky Structures

By: The_Lemon_Juiced, TechDahTurtle

Spooky Structures adds spooky structures for SpookyJam 2024.

Monster of the Night Skie...

By: Cammie

What Mob B always should have been.

FaQ

Can I submit multiple entries?

Yes you may submit as many entries as you would like however we will not be accepting spam entries. If you do choose to work on multiple entries please take steps to avoid stress and burnout.

Can I join multiple teams?

Yes you may join as many teams as you would like. We strongly recommend being transparent with your team mates if you choose to do this.

Can I support multiple mod loaders?

Yes you may support as many loaders as you want. Please keep in mind that supporting Minecraft 1.21.1 and the NeoForge mod loader is highly encouraged as this is what our mod pack and server will be using. If you are still interested in supporting multiple platforms we recommend checking out the MultiLoader Template.

Will there be a Forge/Fabric or Bedrock pack/server?

We are only planning to host a pack and server for NeoForge 1.21.1 at this time. If there is enough participation on a different platform we may consider creating more packs and servers as needed.

Can I use a tool like MCreator?

Yes, using tools like MCreator are allowed. Please keep in mind that you are still responsible for any bugs in your code, even if that code was generated using a program like MCreator.

Can I submit a data pack or resource pack?

Yes, we will accept these types of packs however your pack must be converted to a Java mod or a Bedrock Add-On and uploaded to CurseForge in that format.

Can I submit a mod from a previous year?

Submissions from previous SpookyJam events may be resubmitted to be included in our mod pack and server. These submissions will not be eligible for prizes and will not receive the same level of promotion as new submissions.

Is publishing to CurseForge required to participate?

Yes all submission must be published to CurseForge. This requirement allows us to streamline the process of building and publishing the mod pack. You may publish to any other platforms in addition to CurseForge.

Can I submit a mod I did not create?

No. Only the original author may submit their mod.

How should teams submit their projects?

Teams should select one team member to represent and submit their project. Submitting the same project multiple times is not needed and will only create more work for our team.

Do I need to submit my project?

Yes you must submit your project within the submission window of the event. We can not find or track your submission without this.

Can I submit my entry to multiple events?

Yes, you can submit your entry to multiple events, provided that all of the relevant rules have been followed. There are usually a few unaffiliated events that overlap with SpookyJam every year and we encourage you to try out all of them.

Can I submit an entry that was not intentionally created for SpookyJam?

Yes, provided your entry meets all of our rules and fits with the SpookyJam theme you can still submit it as an entry to our event.

SpookyJam 2024

Rules

Prizes & Rewards

Modpack & Server

Entries

FaQ

Sponsors

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