arnis

Project Overview

Arnis is a free and open-source project that creates complex and accurate Minecraft Java Edition (1.17+) and Bedrock Edition worlds reflecting real-world geography, topography, and architecture. It processes geospatial data from OpenStreetMap and elevation data to create a detailed Minecraft representation of terrain and architecture.

Key Features

• Generates worlds with real-world geography, topography, and architecture
• Supports Minecraft Java Edition (1.17+) and Bedrock Edition
• Uses OpenStreetMap geospatial data and elevation data
• Offers both GUI and CLI interfaces
• Customizable generation settings (world scale, spawn point, building interiors, etc.)
• Cross-platform: Windows, macOS, Linux

Target Audience

• Minecraft players and server administrators
• Architecture enthusiasts who want to create realistic world maps
• Developers interested in geospatial data and procedural generation

Quick Start

1. Download the latest release from GitHub Releases
2. Launch the GUI: cargo run --release
3. Select an area on the map using the rectangle tool
4. Choose Minecraft world generation settings
5. Click "Start Generation"

Core Advantages

• High detail: Generates detailed terrain and buildings based on real geographic data
• Cross-platform: Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Dual mode: Offers both GUI and CLI interfaces
• Open-source: Public code, community-driven development

System Requirements

• OS: Windows, macOS, Linux
• Architectures: x86_64, arm64
• Additional Dependencies: Rust (if compiling)

Notes

• The only official project website is arnismc.com; do not download from other sources
• For mobile generation or larger map sizes, try MapSmith