Minecraft: EASY MOB XP FARM TUTORIAL! 1.21 (Without Mob Spawner)

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to build an efficient mob XP farm in Minecraft 1.20 without the use of a mob spawner. This design allows you to gather experience points (XP) and loot from various mobs, including spiders, zombies, skeletons, and creepers. The farm is simple enough to construct in survival mode and is compatible with both Java and Bedrock editions of Minecraft.

Step 1: Gather Required Materials

Before you begin building the farm, collect the following materials:

• Building Blocks: Any solid block (e.g., cobblestone, stone)
• Trapdoors: Wooden or iron trapdoors
• Slabs: Any type of slab (e.g., wooden, stone)
• Water Buckets: For creating water channels
• Hoppers: To collect loot
• Chests: For storing collected items
• Light Sources: Torches or glowstone to prevent mob spawning in unwanted areas

Step 2: Choose a Location

Select a location for your XP farm that is:

• At least 128 blocks away from other spawnable areas to maximize mob spawning rates.
• In a flat area to simplify construction.

Step 3: Build the Farm Platform

1. Create a Base:

   • Build a rectangular platform that is 9 blocks wide and 15 blocks long.
   • Ensure the platform is elevated to prevent mobs from spawning on the ground below.

2. Construct Walls:

   • Erect walls around the platform that are 3 blocks high, leaving a 2-block gap for mob entry.

Step 4: Create Mob Spawning Areas

1. Add Trapdoors:

   • Place trapdoors on the edges of the upper layer of the platform. This tricks mobs into thinking they can walk off the edge, causing them to fall into the water below.

2. Water Channels:

   • On the platform, dig 1-block deep channels where you will place water.
   • Place water buckets at one end of the channels to create flowing water that pushes mobs toward the collection area.

Step 5: Set Up Collection Area

1. Design the Collection Point:

   • At the base of your farm, create a collection area with hoppers leading into chests.
   • Ensure that the hoppers are positioned to collect items that drop from the mobs.

2. Light Up the Area:

   • Place light sources around the outside of the farm to prevent mobs from spawning in unwanted areas, ensuring all spawns are funneled into your farm.

Step 6: Test Your Farm

1. Remove Light Sources on the Platform:

   • Turn off any light sources on the spawning platform to encourage mob spawning.

2. Observe Mob Spawning:

   • Wait and observe the farm to ensure mobs are spawning correctly and being funneled into the collection area.

Conclusion

You have successfully built an efficient mob XP farm in Minecraft 1.20. This farm allows you to gather XP and loot from various mobs without needing a mob spawner. For best results, consider expanding the farm or creating additional platforms to increase spawn rates. Happy farming!