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Kill to Spectate

Mod

Switches players to spectator mode when killed by another player, otherwise keeps them in survival.

Type

Mod

Modrinth Downloads

19

Modrinth ID

66HiC9Yb

Last Updated

Jun 26, 2026

Description

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Kill to Spectate is a simple server-side Minecraft mod that changes how player deaths are handled.

How It Works

  • PVP deaths: If a player is killed by another player, they are automatically switched to Spectator mode.
  • Other deaths: Deaths from fall damage, mobs, lava, and other environmental causes keep the player in Survival or Adventure mode.

This mod is perfect for PVP servers where you want defeated players to continue watching the game without leaving it entirely.

Commands

  • /spectatormod on
    Enables the mod.

  • /spectatormod off
    Disables the mod.

  • /spectatormod status
    Displays whether the mod is enabled or disabled, and shows the currently selected mode.

  • /spectatormod mode instant
    Players are switched to Spectator immediately after being killed by another player.

  • /spectatormod mode afterdeath
    Players die normally, drop their items, and are switched to Spectator after respawning.

Modes

instant

Immediately switches players to Spectator upon PVP death.

afterdeath

Players die normally, drop their inventory, and are switched to Spectator after respawning.

Features

  • Server-side only (clients do not need to install the mod)
  • Can be enabled or disabled at any time
  • Two configurable spectator modes
  • Configuration is saved automatically and persists across server restarts
  • Works on dedicated Forge servers for Minecraft 1.20.1

Default Settings

  • Mod enabled by default
  • Default mode: afterdeath

Creators: Schultz IHNE & sssilverhand IHNE

Compatibility

Mod Loaders

Forge

Game Versions

1.20.1

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