Shaders
Minecraft shaders for Java players, with compatibility notes and original source attribution.
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ShaderJavaRethinking Voxels
@gri573
Rethinking Voxels is a beta Iris shader for Minecraft Java that replaces standard lighting with voxel-based colored blocklight, global illumination, and sharp shadows.
Updated May 22, 2026View ↗
ShaderJavaPhoton Shaders
@sixthsurge
A semi-realistic Java shader pack focused on richer skies, lighting, water, weather, and configurable visual effects for Iris and OptiFine.
Updated May 18, 2026View ↗
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