ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village (CTOV) is a worldgen mod that completely overhauls villages and pillager outposts across every biome in Minecraft, available for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt. It adds 23 unique village variants and 14 pillager outpost variants, each designed to match the terrain, architecture style, and biome where they generate.
Vanilla Minecraft villages have a well-known problem: they all look roughly the same. A plains village and a desert village share nearly identical layouts, and neither feels like it truly belongs in its biome. ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village solves this by generating entirely new village and outpost structures that are tailored to each biome's theme and terrain. With nearly 8 million downloads on Modrinth alone, CTOV has become one of the most trusted village overhaul mods in the community. It has been actively maintained since May 2022, with regular updates that expand compatibility and add new structure variants — the latest update landed on March 21, 2026 with support for Minecraft 1.21.11.
Key Features of ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village
- 23 Unique Village Variants — Every major biome gets its own architecturally distinct village. Instead of the same wooden huts in every environment, you will find structures that feel like they were built by villagers who actually live in that biome. This dramatically improves immersion during exploration.
- 14 Pillager Outpost Variants — Pillager outposts receive the same treatment as villages. Each variant matches the surrounding biome's theme, so you will encounter fortified desert outposts, snowy encampments, and jungle watchtowers instead of the same repetitive tower everywhere.
- Broad Worldgen Mod Compatibility — CTOV relies on vanilla biome tags rather than hardcoded biome IDs, which means it works seamlessly with popular worldgen mods like Terralith and Oh The Biomes You'll Go. If a worldgen mod uses standard biome tags, CTOV structures will generate correctly without patches.
- Structure Mod Compatibility — Mods like Towns & Towers and Repurposed Structures work alongside CTOV without conflicts. While occasional overlap can occur with mods that also modify villages, the author actively addresses compatibility through dedicated packs available on CurseForge.
- Vanilla Loot Table Integration — The vast majority of CTOV structures use vanilla loot tables, which means other mods that modify chest loot will still function correctly. Some structures include custom loot like food and armor to make exploration more rewarding, but the core loot system remains compatible.
- Multi-Loader Support — CTOV is available for Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, and Quilt. No matter which mod loader you prefer, you can install CTOV without switching your setup. Recent versions primarily target Fabric and NeoForge.
- Locate Command Support — Every CTOV structure can be found using the
/locate structure ctov:[structure_name]command (1.19+). This lets you quickly teleport to new villages for testing or exploration without wandering aimlessly.
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How to Install ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village
- Install your preferred mod loader. CTOV supports Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, or Quilt. Follow the loader's installation guide if you have not set one up before.
- If you are using Fabric, make sure you also install Fabric API, as most Fabric mods require it as a dependency.
- Download the correct CTOV file for your Minecraft version and mod loader from the download section below.
- Place the downloaded
.jarfile into your.minecraft/modsfolder. If the folder does not exist, launch the game once with your mod loader selected to generate it. - Launch Minecraft and create a new world or explore new chunks in an existing world. CTOV structures only generate in newly created chunks, so previously explored areas will not be affected.
Requirements & Compatibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minecraft Versions | 1.18.2 – 1.21.11 |
| Mod Loaders | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Quilt |
| Dependencies | Fabric API (for Fabric); Lithostitched 1.6.0+ (for recent versions) |
| Worldgen Mods | Compatible with Terralith, Oh The Biomes You'll Go, and most biome-tag-based mods |
| Structure Mods | Works with Towns & Towers, Repurposed Structures; compatibility packs available for village-modifying mods |
| License | CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0 |
What's New
- Expanded Nature's Spirit compatibility — The experimental compatibility with Nature's Spirit has been expanded to cover all villages, not just a subset.
- New mod integrations — Point Blank's arm dealer's barn and EvilCraft's werewolf mansion have been added to village generation pools.
- Biome mod village variants — More CTOV villages now receive new design variants based on co-existing biome mods, adding even more visual diversity.
- Village injection overhaul — The way villages are injected into the world has been reworked for better reliability, now requiring Lithostitched 1.6.0 or higher.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Massive variety with 23 village and 14 outpost designs that match each biome
- Excellent compatibility with popular worldgen mods like Terralith
- Available on all four major mod loaders
- Uses vanilla loot tables for broad mod compatibility
- Actively maintained since 2022 with frequent updates
- Safe to add to existing worlds without breaking anything
Cons
- No backport below 1.18.2, so older Minecraft versions are unsupported
- New structures only appear in unexplored chunks, not in already-generated areas
- Mods that add new villager types may require separate compatibility packs
- Potential structure overlap with other mods that heavily modify village generation
Alternatives to ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village
- Towns & Towers — Adds new villages, pillager outposts, and other structures to underused biomes, and works well as a complement to CTOV for even more worldgen variety.
- Repurposed Structures — Overhauls multiple vanilla structures beyond just villages, including dungeons, temples, and strongholds, making it a broader structure overhaul option.
- Village & Pillage Reborn — Focuses specifically on improving vanilla village architecture and villager mechanics while keeping structures closer to the original Minecraft aesthetic.
Download ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village
| Minecraft Version | Fabric | NeoForge |
|---|---|---|
| For Minecraft 1.21.11 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.10 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.9 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.8 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.7 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.6 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.5 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.4 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.3 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.2 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21.1 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.21 | Download | Download |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CTOV safe to add to an existing Minecraft world?
Yes — you can safely add CTOV to any existing world at any time. The new village and outpost structures will only generate in chunks you have not yet explored, so your existing builds and explored areas remain completely untouched.
Does CTOV work with Terralith and other worldgen mods?
Yes — CTOV is designed to use vanilla biome tags, which means it is compatible with most worldgen mods including Terralith and Oh The Biomes You'll Go. As long as a worldgen mod uses standard biome tagging, CTOV structures will generate in the correct biomes without additional configuration.
Can I use CTOV on older versions like 1.16 or 1.17?
No — CTOV will not be backported below Minecraft 1.18.2 for the mod version. The datapack version supports down to 1.17, but the mod itself requires 1.18.2 as the minimum. The author has stated this is a firm technical limitation.
How do I find CTOV structures in my world?
Use the /locate command to find any CTOV structure instantly. On Minecraft 1.19 and above, type /locate structure ctov:[structure_name] in the chat. On 1.18.2, use /locate ctov:[structure_name] without the "structure" keyword.
Can I include ChoiceTheorem's Overhauled Village in my modpack?
Yes — the mod author allows modpack inclusion. You should credit ChoiceTheorem as the author and include a link back to the official mod page. The mod is licensed under CC-BY-NC-ND-4.0, so redistribution outside of modpacks or commercial use is not permitted.
