Medusa vs VelocityGuard
Medusa
visient.aiVelocityGuard
github.comSide by side
| Figure | Medusa | VelocityGuard |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Minecraft anti-cheat plugins | 7.8 (#12) | 7.9 (#9) |
| Spec score · Minecraft Anti-Cheat Plugins | 7.5 (#18) | 7.3 (#23) |
| Configuration | The maker describes in-game configuration tools, customizable detections, and a flexible command system. | A global leniency multiplier adjusts all checks, and the flight check can be toggled in the configuration. |
| Detection | It uses heuristic checks to detect cheats including aimbots, autoclickers, and reach exploits. | It detects movement at the packet level on the Netty thread before the server processes it. |
| Installation | The project listing instructs users to download the JAR and place it in the server's plugins folder, and cautions that reloading the plugin may cause problems. | Installation consists of downloading the JAR, placing it in the Minecraft server plugins folder, and restarting the server. |
| Integration | The maker says Medusa includes a public API and supports custom commands for integration with moderation or punishment systems. | A developer API lets other plugins enable, disable, and query player-specific flight enforcement, such as for no-fly zones. |
| License | The project listing says Medusa is open source under the GPLv3 license. | The repository lists an MIT license. |
| Purpose | Medusa is a lightweight, server-side Minecraft anti-cheat and automatic moderation system. | VelocityGuard is a Minecraft Paper anti-cheat plugin designed to prevent extreme speed and flight cheats. |
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