Pirate's Doom
Pirate's Doom runs a fiery detection routine on the client that targets cracked launchers, so a pirated copy meets an unpleasant end instead of a normal start.
What it does
When the game launches, the mod checks the launcher in use and looks for signs of a cracked copy. If the launcher is judged to be a pirated one, the mod carries out its Doom response. Offline play and legitimate launchers are never targeted, so the check does not trigger for players who own the game.
The mod is a client-side utility with no dependencies, so nothing else needs to be installed beside it. It runs on Fabric, Forge and NeoForge, and its files cover 1.20.1 and 1.21.1. Pirate's Doom is released under All rights reserved and is not open source. Mocha Doom, the author's Java port of Doom, is credited, and ElocinDev is credited for the original idea.
The mod is described as deleting and reporting nothing, so its effect is limited to the response on the affected client. The latest Fabric file is 2.0.1 for 1.21.1, the latest NeoForge file is 2.0.1 for 1.21.1, and the latest Forge file is 1.0.0 for 1.20.1.
Key features
Cracked launcher detection
The mod checks the launcher in use and flags launchers that appear to be cracked copies of the game.
Legitimate play is exempt
Offline play and legitimate launchers are excluded, so the detection is not triggered for players who own the game.
No deletion or reporting
The response does not delete files on the machine and does not send any report anywhere.
Doom response
When a cracked launcher is detected, the mod starts a Doom themed sequence on the client as its reply.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Minigame packs
Minigame modpacks with a themed or joke tone can include the mod as a fun anti-piracy gag.
Cursed packs
Cursed and novelty modpacks can use the mod for its dramatic response to pirated copies.
Who it’s for: Modpack makers building minigame or cursed packs, and players who want a themed anti-piracy response on their own client.
How it compares
Play Doom on screen is a Fabric and Forge mod for 1.20.1 – 1.21.1 that runs on client and server, and it is not open source under All rights reserved. MDoom is open source under the GNU General Public License v3.0 only, is client-side only and is published for 1.21 on Fabric, Forge and NeoForge. Pesky Pirates (Anti-Piracy) is a Forge mod for 1.16.5 – 1.20.1, client-side only, and open source under the MIT License.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pirate's Doom | Fabric, Forge and NeoForge | 1.20.1 – 1.21.1 | Client-side only | 2026-10-07 |
| Play Doom on screen | Fabric and Forge | 1.20.1 – 1.21.1 | Client and server | 2026-08-04 |
| MDoom | Fabric, Forge and NeoForge | 1.21 | Client-side only | 2026-08-14 |
| Pesky Pirates (Anti-Piracy) | Forge | 1.16.5 – 1.20.1 | Client-side only | 2023-11-07 |
Questions
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In the catalog
Pirate's Doom is one of 2,135 Minigame mods on ModsFinder, and one of 1,454 Minigame mods for Fabric. 32,366 mods support Minecraft 1.21.1.
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What the author says
Introducing the Pirate's Doom mod – because nothing says "game over" to piracy like a fiery descent into the depths of hell! Are you tired of those sneaky scallywags trying to sneak into your mod packs with a pirated copy? Fear not, for the Pirate's Doom is here to turn the tables in the most epic and entertaining…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/pirates-doom
- Owner
- Pixel Dream Studios
- Published
- 2024-02-13
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-10-07
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15