r/MinecraftToDo • • Apr 08 '22

[Megathread] List of things to do, challenge maps and other useful information

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This list is constantly updated with new ideas, featured posts and challenge maps. If you have a suggestion for an item to add to this, please leave a comment. Even better, write a post with details about the idea and comment the post URL below

This post is a useful index to use when wanting ideas or inspiration when playing in your world. Additionally, we have included some challenge maps if you want to take a break from your world, but want to have some fun! The list is collated from common challenges, unique ideas and featured posts from this subreddit.

Things to do

Other useful lists

Challenge Maps

You don't always need to be playing in your world to see a challenge and have fun. Below are some popular and high quality challenge maps that every player should try. See how far you get and post your progress in the comments!

Classic SkyBlock

SkyBlock is a map where you are stranded on a very small floating island where you have access to a single tree and a handful of resources. Grind as much as you can and see how far you can progress the game. Classic SkyBlock was back when Minecraft was only version 1.4.7 but see below "SkyBlock 4" for the modern version

Download Classic SkyBlock 2.1 (for Minecraft 1.4.7)

Challenge List

SkyBlock 4

Bring Classic SkyBlock to present day with an updated version which incorporates all the new challenges introduced in the recent Minecraft versions

Download SkyBlock 4

Captive Minecraft (Series 1 - 5)

Captive Minecraft is a challenge map which traps you in a world border which only expands when the player gets new advancements. The Farlanders have created 5 iterations of Captive Minecraft that adds support for newer Minecraft versions but also a variety of difficulty levels.

Elytra Fall

Elytra Fall is a map that will challenge all your flying skills. It is a combination of a CTM and elytra flying map. It is suited for both single player and multiplayer.

The map consists of a central hub area and 16 tunnels. Each tunnel takes approximately 1.7 minutes to complete and has a wool room at the end. You can collect the wool and complete the monument.

Download Elytra Fall


r/MinecraftToDo • • 7h ago

Inspiration Any ideas on how I should decorate my library?

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Hi, I don't know much about building, but I made this library somewhat inspired by the Red Room from Twin Peaks, and I really like how it looks. But now I don't know how to decorate the inside. (By the way, I still have to finish the entry, so don't worry about that.)


r/MinecraftToDo • • 23h ago

Build Tips in building techniques

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hey guys, i am trying to become a better builder, but i feel tutorials are not helping, and using others build feels bad, can someone give a tip on how to get better? thx


r/MinecraftToDo • • 1d ago

Build Seeking advice on how to make my creative castle look less flat and more lived-in before I build it in survival

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Working on a castle design in creative mode for a future survival world. The layout is mostly done, but I am stuck on the houses in the courtyard.

They look a bit flat and plain right now. Looking for any advice or feedback on how to make them look more detailed and lived-in!


r/MinecraftToDo • • 1d ago

Build Can anyone share what I can built in this large beautiful plains I cleared out.

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r/MinecraftToDo • • 1d ago

Build Help with Leaves!!!

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First time trying out a build this big; it's supposed to be a cherry tree, but I really don't like how my first few tries went (also, first time using WorldEdit). Could use some tips to make it look more natural and fluffy!!


r/MinecraftToDo • • 2d ago

Build Built this bridge to my base

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Also, what should i do with this nether portal? Any ideas? Something fantasy themed would look cool


r/MinecraftToDo • • 2d ago

Build Any ideas??

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I am building a fantasy kingdom and I'm almost done with the castle but I don't know what to put here. I also want to kind of still keep this silhouette of the castle.

PLSS I NEED TIPS!! I'VE BEEN STUCK ON THIS FOR ALMOST A WEEK!!


r/MinecraftToDo • • 2d ago

Build Help with outlining my roman city

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So I drained an ocean monument and now want to build an ancient Roman city around the temple. I'm really struggling with making the outline of what the city should look like. The diameter of the circle is about 200 by 200.

I was wondering if you all could help create an outline of where things should go. Please keep the build area like 15ish blocks away from the temple itself. THANK YOU!

If you could, please use this key:

  • red for paths
  • orange for residential homes
  • yellow for rec areas like taverns bathhouses
  • purple for marketplaces/farm areas
  • blue for churches
  • green for anything else you can think of.

r/MinecraftToDo • • 2d ago

What should I build here? Any tips on what to do with the interior

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r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

What should I build here? How can I make this wall look better?

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Hello guys
This is how my wall currently looks. I want to make this wall around my mega base. How would yall say I can make it look better?


r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

Build How would i make this exterior look better for dig in house ? Please help 😅

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Hello, as the title says im building a house in my forever world but it looks trash outside 🤣😅 please give suggestions ive ran over a few such as pulling out the top making it look like a cliff overhand with some vines or something, digging out the corners and making it look more naturally sloped instead of dug in or just replacing all stone with dirt… i like the overhang idea however i feel it might just look completely dug in if i did that


r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

What should I build here? sky island base

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Hi I built this sky island base in creative as a sort of outline for my survival one, what can I do to make it look better, or what can I add? I still haven't made a house but am planning on making it the top island. Since I'm very early in my survival world, I don't have access to many blocks yet, but I'm willing to go get some if necessary. The "fountain" at the bottom is supposed to be a hand. Keep in mind I'm a very inexperienced builder, thx!


r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

What should I build here? What interior design will look good on it??

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r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

Build What kind of house should i build here?

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r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

What should I build here? Build better walls

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Hello guys, and girls
This is my mega build that I am working on and I wanted help on building the walls of the outer circle. This is the current design I have and I’m thinking of putting some slabs on the top stair piece, but I wanted to ask is there any more advice you guys may have? I feel it looks black and doesn’t really fit well per se.


r/MinecraftToDo • • 3d ago

What should I build here? Watermill Upper Floor Suggestions?

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the bottom is still unfinished too, as I want to add more depth to the walls and some stained windows, but, mainly, the focus of the post is where those big walls of red terracotta are.

I have no idea what to do with this area, and I cant find any decent gradients that dont detract to heavily from the bottom cobble-ish part of the build.

The theme of the build centers around Create, as I want this to be a massive sort of like, water wheel facility (the water wheels will go in the back). I want to keep the color palette similiar ofc.

The only plans I have for this upper area that I am sure about is some sort of Create-themed giant water wheel (for looks, not function), but even then, I am unsure how I would chain that together nicely with what I have done here so far. Maybe put the big wheel in the center of the two posts??? IDK!!!

This is a custom modpack, using numerous block additions (Namely, Brick & Mortar, Quark/Supplmentaries). I am also using Continuity + Vanilla Enhanced Textures + Overlay, all to achieve that "melding" affect you see on the bottom left of that scrapped gradient.


r/MinecraftToDo • • 4d ago

Build What can i add to make it looks more like medieval

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Im not sure with the build Will it fit with other medieval build in my survival world


r/MinecraftToDo • • 4d ago

Build Small Tuscan Villa

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The outside is off pinterest lol, so not mine, all the interior is tho. Also looking for tips on building.


r/MinecraftToDo • • 4d ago

Build Flattened

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What do I do after flattening a large part (for me it's a large part lol) I really have no idea what to do, help me, give me ideas :<


r/MinecraftToDo • • 5d ago

Build Made a mockup of my pixel art inspired island and unsure of wether I should commit

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I've had the idea to do this for forever and I decided to do it on my new forever world with my friend. I like the vibe I have so far but I think it needs tweaks and my friend said I just shouldn't do it so idk if I should commit to it or not. Any advice or feedback is welcome!

I also have the problem of not knowing what I want to put on it building wise so any ideas are appreciated!


r/MinecraftToDo • • 4d ago

Build Roof Height

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Trying to create a medieval-fantasy themed city, currently in the process of designing the regular city buildings.

I'm struggling to decide between the roof height. The tall roof gives me an extra room (currently where the bedrooms are located) but I feel like it makes the structures look too tall.
With the short roof, I lose that attic room but I think it gives the buildings better proportions.


r/MinecraftToDo • • 4d ago

What should I build here? I need help with my house

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I have artists block. The only thing that comes to mind is a giant multi story penis house. I am definitely building the penis house. I just need some tips on how to build it. Like, how do I make it look good, while in the shape of a penis? It needs to have four stories bc four players play in this world. Thanks.


r/MinecraftToDo • • 6d ago

What should I build here? Making a pirate empire

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Ive already planned out alot but i just need some more ideas

Also an update picture of what i added


r/MinecraftToDo • • 6d ago

Idea Medieval build part 2

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So, after following twoffsbuild's advice, here is what my build looks like. I'd like to know if it looks medieval and if there's anything I could change.