Moss Addon
by Datenflieger
Moss Addon, a Fabric add-on for the Cactus Mod client, adds a Moss category to the Cactus modules screen with utility, visual and other modules.
What it does
The add-on works with Cactus Mod, a lightweight client-side Fabric mod, and adds a new module category to its interface. Modules in the Moss category cover client-side visuals and quality-of-life changes, such as a brand name changer that customizes the client brand reported to servers, arrow trails and a damage indicator.
Only the client needs it, and it has to sit beside Cactus Mod, Fabric Loader and Fabric API. Builds cover 1.21.11 – 26.1.2, with the latest file 1.2.0 for 26.1.2 released on 2026-04-08. The code is open source under the MIT License, and the source and issue tracker are public.
Key features
Brand name changer
Replaces the client brand string that a player reports to servers, with a value the player sets.
Arrow trails
Draws colorful particle effects behind arrows, with full customization of color and appearance.
Damage indicator
Shows clear visual feedback when the player lands a hit.
Optional cheat modules
Client-side cheat modules are included as an optional part of the category and can be left disabled.
Gallery
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
How it compares
Glowberry is a Cactus Mod add-on that runs on Fabric for 1.21.11 – 26.2 with client-side only use, under All rights reserved and not open source. Biome Moss is also client-side only on Fabric, but covers 1.19 – 1.21.5 and is licensed under the Apache License 2.0. Cactus Wood is the one alternative that needs both client and server, with Fabric and Quilt files for 1.20.4 – 1.20.6 under the MIT License, and it is open source.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Addon | Fabric | 1.21.11 – 26.1.2 | Client-side only | 2026-04-08 |
| Glowberry (Cactus Mod Addon) | Fabric | 1.21.11 – 26.2 | Client-side only | 2026-09-18 |
| Biome Moss | Fabric | 1.19 – 1.21.5 | Client-side only | 2025-05-19 |
| Cactus Wood | Fabric and Quilt | 1.20.4 – 1.20.6 | Client and server | 2024-09-29 |
Questions
Does Moss Addon need Cactus Mod installed?
Does the server need Moss Addon?
Which game versions does Moss Addon support?
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What the author says
Moss Addon is a lightweight Fabric Mod addon for Cactus Mod. It adds a "Moss" category with utility, visual and other modules. Enhances Cactus with subtle QoL and visuals. Fully optional, client-side, no cheats or bloat.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/moss-addon
- Owner
- Datenflieger
- Published
- 2026-01-12
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-04-08
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15
