Hytale and Minecraft Get Crossplay via New Mod
A new mod by iamcxv7 enables player interaction between Hytale and Minecraft using packet trickery.
A new mod developed by 15-year-old modder iamcxv7 enables crossplay between Hytale and Minecraft. Players can interact, see characters in each game style, build, chat, and fight, though some features are missing.
Key facts
- Hytale was initially a Minecraft mod before becoming an early-access game by Hypixel.
- The crossplay mod uses Minecraft server running within the Hytale JVM.
- Released by iamcxv7 (also known as ssquadteam) using 'packet trickery'.
- The mod remains in an unstable phase and isn't yet public.
- World generation and rendering of Hytale-only blocks are still incomplete.
Impact / What’s next
While the mod currently lacks stability, it represents a significant step towards broader interoperability between the two popular sandbox games. Further development might eventually enable full integration, offering a richer experience for fans of both games.