Better Player Locator Bar

v0.2.1 - BETA | Network & Rendering Overhaul

Core Changes

• Added dual-mode operation (Server Mode and Local Mode)
• Implemented automatic handshake system for mod detection
• Added 5-second timeout for server updates before switching to local mode

Network Improvements

• New payload registration system compatible with Minecraft 1.21 / 1.21.1
• Server now initiates handshake when players join
• Improved network efficiency with 2-tick update intervals

Rendering Fixes

• Complete rendering logic overhaul
• Fixed player position sorting and display issues
• Improved handling of edge cases in both modes

New Features

• Added server compatibility detection
• Configurable distance-based fading
• Automatic fallback to local detection when needed

Bug Fixes

• Fixed all compilation errors from previous version
• Resolved variable scope conflicts
• Corrected player visibility checks
• Fixed timeout detection logic

Configuration Updates

• Added new config options for fade distances
• Added force local mode option
• Maintained backward compatibility with old configs

Optimizations

• Reduced network overhead
• Improved client-side caching
• Better connection state handling

Known Issues

• Player visibility may still be limited on some servers in local mode
• Initial detection may take 1-2 seconds after joining

Migration Notes

• Servers need v0.2.1 - BETA for full functionality
• Clients automatically handle fallback to local mode
• Existing configs remain compatible but gain new options