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Hard-Boiled Gleba

by frony0 · for Factorio

Disables the annoying pentapod egg spoilage mechanics, and adds a recipe for abiogenetic pentapod egg creation. If you want to keep no-enemies off, but don't want to deal with pentapod eggs, this is for you.

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About Hard-Boiled Gleba

From Factorio Mod Portal

Disables the annoying pentapod egg spoilage mechanics, and adds a recipe for abiogenetic pentapod egg creation. If you want to keep no-enemies off, but don't want to deal with pentapod eggs, this is for you.

Disabling Pentapod Egg Spoilage Mechanics

This mod aims to enhance the Factorio experience by addressing two key issues:

  1. Removing the frustrating pentapod egg spoilage mechanics
  2. Introducing a new recipe for creating abiogenetic pentapod eggs

Key Features

Disable Pentapod Egg Hatching

  • Eliminates the need to constantly monitor and manage pentapod egg production
  • Reduces stress and complexity in base management

Abiogenc Pentapod Egg Creation Recipe

  • Adds a new recipe for producing pentapod eggs without relying on natural spawning
  • Provides more control over pentapod egg production
  • Allows players to maintain enemy-free zones while still utilizing pentapods

Benefits

  • Simplifies base management by removing the need to constantly check for egg spoilage
  • Enhances gameplay experience by reducing stress and complexity
  • Provides more options for players who want to keep their base enemy-free but don't want to deal with natural spawning mechanics

Peaceful Mode Integration

This mod can be used in conjunction with Factorio's peaceful mode:

  • Combine with peaceful mode for an even more relaxed gameplay experience
  • Eliminate all combat-related elements while maintaining control over pentapod egg production

Overview

For players seeking to minimize distractions from combat while keeping enemies enabled, this mod offers a unique solution. It addresses common frustrations with pentapod egg mechanics while providing new creative possibilities for pentapod utilization. Whether you're looking to streamline your base management or enhance your peaceful playthrough, this mod is designed to improve your overall Factorio experience.

Highlights

From source data

Game versions

Built for Factorio 2.0.

Footprint

Rated a light load on a server.

License

Published under Unlicense.

Hard-Boiled Gleba on Nxeon

From our catalogue
One-click install
Supported on Nxeon Factorio servers. We download it from Factorio Mod Portal, place it, and restart the server.
Server side
Required on the server
Server load
light
Smallest plan we suggest
Factorio — 2 GB (2 GB RAM). This follows our own load rating above, not a benchmark.
Latest build
0.0.1, released 2025-01-23

Dependencies

Declared by the newest build that lists any. Required ones are installed with it on one-click installs.

Run Hard-Boiled Gleba on a Factorio server

Pick a server or deploy a new one above; it is installed in one click.

What kind of mod it is

From the catalog
Listed on Factorio Mod Portal as “Mods”

Creatures & NPCs

Adds or changes creatures, NPCs and how they behave.

Runs on your server

From source side support

Factorio Mod Portal lists Hard-Boiled Gleba as required on the server. Check its Factorio Mod Portal page to see whether players need it too.

Compatibility

Game
Factorio
Runs on
Serverrequired on the server
Game versions
2.0

Verified at the source

  • ✓Factorio Mod PortalOfficial listing, checked 2026-10-09Open ↗
  • ✓Authorfrony0, as published on Factorio Mod Portal
  • ✓LicenseUnlicenseFree

Hard-Boiled Gleba, answered

Generated from the mod’s own source data.

Do my players need to install Hard-Boiled Gleba?

Factorio Mod Portal lists Hard-Boiled Gleba as required on the server. Check its Factorio Mod Portal page to see whether players need it too.

Is it free?

Yes. Hard-Boiled Gleba is free to download from Factorio Mod Portal. Its license is Unlicense.

How do I add it to my Nxeon server?

Use “Add to a server” on this page, or open NxLabs from your dashboard. We install it, restart your server and switch it on.

NxLabs

Run Hard-Boiled Gleba on a Factorio server.

Deploy in about a minute from $2.99 a month, then add Hard-Boiled Gleba in one click.