Minecraft Authentic Adventure (latest version: 1.3.1) is a minimalistic mod for 1.2.5 that reverts the game to a more Beta-esque aesthetic with hilly terrain generation, sandbox gameplay and an overall enjoyable experience for player from both the golden age and the modern era.
Why don't you check out Authentic Adventure's sister project, Minecraft Diverge?
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