These settings control core mechanics like mob behavior, death penalties, and crafting limits. You can change them anytime using the /gamerule command (ensure cheats are enabled in your world settings). To view the current value of a gamerule, type /gamerule [name]. Here are five gamerules worth adjusting for smoother survival or multiplayer fun.

1. keep_inventory: true

Default: false
Command: /gamerule keep_inventory true

By default, dying in survival means losing all your items and experience, forcing a tedious recovery trip. Setting this to true lets you retain everything upon respawn. It's perfect for long-term worlds where progress feels punishing otherwise, without turning the game fully creative.

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2. immediate_respawn: true

Default: false
Command: /gamerule immediate_respawn true

The death screen interrupts your flow, especially in intense moments. Enable this to respawn instantly at your bed or world spawn, skipping the menu entirely. It keeps the momentum going, ideal for solo play or servers where quick recovery matters.

3. mob_griefing: false

Default: true
Command: /gamerule mob_griefing false

Creepers explode your builds, endermen steal blocks, and ghasts blast from afar. Disabling mob griefing stops these mobs from destroying the environment while keeping their damage to players intact. Your megabases stay safe without extra plugins.

4. pvp: false

Default: true
Command: /gamerule pvp false

In multiplayer worlds, accidental friendly fire or griefing can ruin sessions. Turn PvP off to prevent players from harming each other with weapons or fists. It's great for cooperative builds, though you can toggle it back for arenas.

5. limited_crafting: false

Default: false (but effectively limits via recipe book)
Command: /gamerule limited_crafting false

The recipe book requires picking up items to unlock crafts, slowing early-game progress. Setting this to false grants access to all recipes immediately. Experiment freely without hunting basics like sticks or planks first.

These tweaks make Minecraft more forgiving and fun without overhauling the core game. Test them in a creative world first, and combine with others like players_sleeping_percentage 50 for even easier nights. Your perfect world awaits!