Spider Overhaul
by Chybx
Spider Overhaul changes the spiders of Minecraft Java Edition, adding six overworld spider types that each live in a different biome and have their own behaviour.
What it does
Spider Overhaul adds spider variants tied to biomes: taiga, savanna, jungle, desert and ice spiders, plus a spider boss. Each variant has its own drops, behaviour and way of interacting with the player. Jungle spiders leave pollen that can be bottled and used to grow Giant Bamboo, a decorative block. Ice spiders drop ice that can be crafted into snowballs, and desert spiders drop spines that can be thrown. The mod also includes a mimic armor trim, with spider drops that match the colours of the surrounding biome. Cloth Config API is required for the settings screen.
The mod is packaged with a config file where spider stats can be changed, and with alternate model styles. It runs on the client and the server, so both sides need it and every player on a server that runs it must install it too. Files are published for Fabric, Forge and NeoForge across the 1.19.2 – 26.2 range, with the latest builds for 26.2, and the source code is public. The mod is released under All rights reserved, so it is not open source. The author notes that the mod is under development, and that some planned creatures have not been added yet. Spider Overhaul includes compatibility with an addon by another author.
Key features
Biome spider variants
Six overworld spiders each appear in a separate biome, with taiga, savanna, jungle, desert and ice variants.
Spider boss
A boss spider is included as a stronger encounter for players exploring the overworld.
Biome-matched drops
Spider drops follow the colours of their surroundings, and the mimic armor trim takes its look from them.
Config and model styles
A config file adjusts spider stats and lets server owners switch between alternate model styles.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
26.x4 of 4 versions with builds
1.21.x2 of 2 versions with builds
1.20.x2 of 2 versions with builds
1.19.x1 of 1 version with builds
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
Required 1
How it compares
Web is a Fabric-only mod for 1.20 – 26.3 that is client and server, under All rights reserved and not open source. Cave Spider Spawn is server-side only, so players join without installing it, and it covers Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt for 1.19.2 – 26.3. Improved Spiders is server required with optional client use, covers Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt for 1.21.5 – 1.21.10, and is also under All rights reserved.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spider Overhaul | Fabric, Forge and NeoForge | 1.19.2 – 26.2 | Client and server | 2026-08-26 |
| Web | Fabric | 1.20 – 26.3 | Client and server | 2026-10-01 |
| Cave Spider Spawn | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt | 1.19.2 – 26.3 | Server-side only | 2026-10-02 |
| Improved Spiders | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt | 1.21.5 – 1.21.10 | Server required, client optional | 2025-10-02 |
Questions
Does Spider Overhaul need Cloth Config API?
Does Spider Overhaul have to be installed on both sides?
Which loaders can Spider Overhaul run on?
In the catalog
Spider Overhaul is one of 11,058 Mobs mods on ModsFinder, and one of 5,189 Mobs mods for Fabric. 13,894 mods support Minecraft 26.2.
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What the author says
As of the latest version, the mod adds 11 new creature with only 6 being part of survival and 5 yet to be fully implemented to the game. Each new mob is themed around a certain biome while also adding additional content to give you an incentive to engage with them. Most of the added creatures are spiders and have…
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/spider-overhaul
- Owner
- Chybx
- Published
- 2026-04-24
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-08-26
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15