CombatEdit
by rizecookey
CombatEdit changes entity and item defaults on the server so that combat can follow an older style of play, and it is open source under the Apache License 2.0.
What it does
Combat behavior is set through profiles. A built-in combat profile applies entity and item attributes that reproduce an older combat style, while the Vanilla profile leaves the default entity and item attributes untouched. Attack sounds and older-style knockback can each be enabled or disabled separately in the configuration.
Changing item and entity defaults is possible, but the author notes that the changes may still lead to unexpected behavior and smaller bugs. Datapack creators can supply their own base profiles, and the data directory for profiles lives within the datapack, so different base configurations can be created without editing the mod itself.
The mod is a Fabric mod that runs on the server, and a client can run it as well without needing it. It is released under the Apache License 2.0 and its source code is public. Files target 1.19 – 26.3 across 24 release versions, with 2.2.0+26.3 for 26.3 as the latest Fabric file, published 2026-09-27.
Key features
Built-in combat profile
A profile applies entity and item attributes that reproduce an older combat style, selectable in the configuration.
Vanilla profile
A profile that keeps the default entity and item attributes as they are in unmodified Minecraft.
Configurable attack sounds
Attack sounds can be enabled or disabled, so server owners decide whether the sound effects play.
Datapack base profiles
Datapacks can provide their own base profiles and define default attributes for living entities and item types.
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
26.x5 of 5 versions with builds
1.21.x12 of 12 versions with builds
1.20.x2 of 2 versions with builds
1.19.x5 of 5 versions with builds
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
Optional 1
Use cases
Who it’s for: Server owners who want an older combat style, and datapack creators who build custom combat setups. Players can join a server that runs CombatEdit without installing it.
How it compares
Combat Control is a Fabric mod for 1.21.4 – 26.3 under the Mozilla Public License 2.0, and it is open source. It works on the server and is not needed on the client. Attribute Swapping Fix is server-side only for 1.21.1 – 26.3 under the CC0 1.0 Universal license and is open source. Combat Feedback is a Fabric mod for 1.20.1 – 26.2 that is not open source, released under All rights reserved, and the client must run it while the server may skip it.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CombatEdit | Fabric | 1.19 – 26.3 | Server required, client optional | 2026-09-27 |
| Combat Control | Fabric | 1.21.4 – 26.3 | Server required, client optional | 2026-09-15 |
| Attribute Swapping Fix | Fabric | 1.21.1 – 26.3 | Server-side only | 2026-10-04 |
| Combat Feedback | Fabric | 1.20.1 – 26.2 | Client required, server optional | 2026-08-13 |
Questions
Does CombatEdit have to be installed on the client?
Which profile gives the older combat style?
Does CombatEdit need Mod Menu?
In the catalog
CombatEdit is one of 17,631 Equipment mods on ModsFinder, and one of 8,894 Equipment mods for Fabric. 8,071 mods support Minecraft 26.3.
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What the author says
Please note that although changing item and entity defaults while in a world is possible and I've tried my best to make it work as seamlessly as possible, it could potentially still lead to unexpected behaviour and (probably smaller) bugs. To configure these options on a server, you can create and save your…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/combatedit
- Owner
- rizecookey
- Published
- 2024-03-28
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-09-27
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15