Orca
Show HN: Minecraft AI Agent for mods and server management
Last verified:
What is Orca?
Orca is an AI game development agent that builds Minecraft mods, plugins, addons, and data packs for you. You describe what you want in plain English through a chat interface, and Orca's AI creates the complete mod without requiring any coding or setup. The tool handles everything from writing the code to building and deploying it live, making game development accessible to anyone who can describe their idea.
Key features include building complex mods instantly, automatic bug fixes where Orca reads crash logs and patches library clashes, version upgrades that don't break plugins, and the ability to create custom plugins by describing features in plain English. Orca also manages server maintenance tasks like installing mods, adding plugins, taking backups, and upgrading versions just by asking, with no control panel or commands needed. The platform includes free Minecraft server hosting and a launcher app that fetches your mod, picks the right loader and version, and starts Minecraft automatically.
Orca is designed for Minecraft creators, players who want custom mods, content creators making YouTube/Shorts videos, and anyone interested in Minecraft game development without coding skills. It's loved by creators including popular YouTube channels with millions of views. The tool supports both individual mod creation and full server management, appealing to players who want to play with friends on custom servers with unique mods and plugins.
The platform works with Minecraft Java Edition only and supports both Fabric and Forge loaders. Users can sign in with Google or Discord and build their first mod free. The AI runs the server for you, handling all the boring parts while you play. Orca is an independent service not affiliated with Mojang or Microsoft.
Orca pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Orca offers five tiers from $0 to $160/month. Free tier gets 1 GB storage and 100 AI requests every 4 hours with no card required. Starter plan: 4 GB, up to 20 players, $20/month. Builder plan: 8 GB, up to 40 players, $40/month with 200 AI requests per 4 hours. Pro plan: 16 GB, up to 80 players, $80/month with 400 AI requests per 4 hours. Max plan: 32 GB, up to 150 players, $160/month with 800 AI requests per 4 hours. Paid plans are billed monthly or annually in advance, renew automatically, and can be canceled from the Console. Prices may include taxes depending on location.
Orca pros
- No coding required - describe in plain English
- No setup needed - test mods instantly
- Free Minecraft server hosting included
- Builds complex mods automatically
- Any mod created instantly from prompt
- Automatic bug fixes from crash logs
- Version upgrades without breaking plugins
- No queue for mod generation
- No config files to manage
- No commands to type for server management
- Sign in with Google or Discord
- Free tier with no card required
- Works with Fabric and Forge loaders
- Creates custom plugins from descriptions
- Persistent disk saves paid worlds
- AI runs server maintenance automatically
- 100 AI requests every 4 hours on free tier
- Download .jar from workshop if not installing launcher
Orca cons
- Java Edition only - no Bedrock support
- Free tier has resource and player limits
- Beta product with no SLA on free tier
- AI output has no warranty guarantee
- May incorporate third-party libraries you must license
- Not an official Minecraft product
- No refunds for plan downgrades
- Free tier provided on best-effort basis
Frequently asked questions about Orca
How do I create a Minecraft mod with Orca?
Describe what you want in plain English through the chat interface. Orca's AI builds the mod, plugin, addon, or data pack for you. Once it finishes, click Play and the Orca Launcher app opens, loads your mod, picks the right loader and version, and starts Minecraft automatically. No coding or setup is required.
Do I need to pay to use Orca?
No, Orca offers a free tier with 1 GB storage and 100 AI requests every 4 hours. You can sign in with Google or Discord and build your first mod free without needing a card. Paid plans start at $20/month for more resources, players, and AI requests.
Does Orca work with Minecraft Bedrock Edition?
No, Orca only works with Minecraft Java Edition. The Orca Launcher app specifically states 'Java Edition only' and does not support Bedrock Edition.
Can Orca fix bugs in my mods automatically?
Yes, Orca reads your crash logs, finds library clashes, and patches the version that broke it. This automatic bug fix feature handles mod compatibility issues without requiring you to manually debug or edit configuration files.
What mod loaders does Orca support?
Orca supports both Fabric and Forge loaders. You can tell Orca to switch to Fabric or use Forge, and it finds the right version, installs it, and wires up the config automatically.
How do I host a Minecraft server with Orca?
Sign in with Google or Discord, then create a free server. Tell Orca the mod or pack you want, and watch it install automatically. Orca runs the server for you, handling installations, plugins, backups, and version upgrades just by asking, with no control panel needed.
What happens if I don't want to install the Orca Launcher?
You can download the mod .jar file from your creation in the workshop and add it to your own Minecraft setup manually. The launcher is optional if you prefer to manage your own Minecraft installation.
Can Orca upgrade my server version without breaking plugins?
Yes, Orca upgrades your server version without breaking your plugins. Paid worlds are saved to persistent disk to ensure they're not lost during version upgrades.
Is Orca affiliated with Mojang or Microsoft?
No, Orca is an independent service not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Mojang AB, Microsoft Corporation, or any of their affiliates. Orca is not an official Minecraft product and is not approved by or associated with Mojang or Microsoft.
What AI requests are included in each pricing tier?
Free tier includes 100 AI requests every 4 hours. Builder plan includes 200 AI requests per 4 hours. Pro plan includes 400 AI requests per 4 hours. Max plan includes 800 AI requests per 4 hours. Starter plan does not specify AI request limits in the available information.