Ghasts Update Mod: New Content for the Summer Update!

The Ghasts Update mod adds new ghast-related content to Minecraft, inspired by the announcements from Minecraft Live in March 2025. It expands player interaction with ghasts by introducing new mechanics and creatures.
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New Mod Features
Dried Ghast
The Dried Ghast is a new block that can be found in the Soul Sand Valley biome in the Nether.
It can be mined and brought to the Overworld.
When placed in water, it goes through 4 recovery stages over 5 minutes.
After recovery, it transforms into a ghastling.
Ghastling
The Ghastling is a small, friendly version of a ghast.
It appears after a dried ghast is restored.
It follows the player.
Can be fed snowballs to speed up its growth.
Eventually turns into a Happy Ghast.
Happy Ghast
This is the adult form of a Ghastling, capable of flight.
A friendly creature you can ride to fly.
Can carry up to four players at once.
Players stand on it after dismounting — useful as a flying platform.
Requires a Ghast Saddle for control.
Ghast Saddle
This is a required item for riding a Happy Ghast.
Crafted from 3 leather, 2 glass, and 1 blue wool.
Used to saddle and control the Happy Ghast.
Game Rule undry
The mod adds a new game rule:
undry
controls the restoration speed of the Dried Ghast.Default value is 10.
The higher the value, the faster the recovery process.
Can be changed with the command:
/gamerule undry [value]
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Conclusion
The Ghasts Update mod greatly expands ghast interaction by adding useful mechanics and new creatures. Players can now raise their own ghasts, use them for transportation, and explore the world together.