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Miniature Shader
What Miniature Shader is
Miniature Shader is a free, open-source shader for Minecraft Java Edition, focused on lighting, shadows, and reflections. It adds blocky shadows, reflections on water, ice, and other commonly reflective blocks, and a slight overhaul of emissive lighting. Its stated aim is to retain Minecraft’s model-like appearance without compromising performance. The project lists compatibility with Minecraft versions 1.7.x through 26.3 and supports the Iris and OptiFine shader platforms. It is available on Linux, macOS, and Windows, with downloads through Modrinth and CurseForge and source code on GitHub. The repository identifies Mateus A. Kreuch as maintainer and GLSL as its language. The MIT License permits use, copying, modification, distribution, sublicensing, and sale when the required notices are included; it also disclaims warranty. Issue creation on the repository is currently restricted. Open issues report Voxy compatibility problems on Minecraft 26.2, black particles in version 2.18.12, and a screen glitch with the Aeronautics mod.
Who it suits
It suits Minecraft Java Edition players using Iris or OptiFine who want blocky shadows, reflections, and adjusted emissive lighting. Check the reported issues if you use Voxy on Minecraft 26.2, version 2.18.12, or the Aeronautics mod.
What it does well
- Free and open source under the MIT License
- Adds reflections to water, ice, and other reflective blocks
- Lists compatibility from Minecraft 1.7.x through 26.3
- Available through Modrinth and CurseForge
What to know first
- Issue creation is currently restricted
- Open issues report Voxy and Aeronautics compatibility problems
- An open issue reports black particles in version 2.18.12
- The license disclaims warranty
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Miniature Shader | MIT-licensed shader pack · Iris and OptiFine | Free |
As github.com lists them, read 7 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Choose a Minecraft Java Edition version listed as compatible, from 1.7.x through 26.3.
- Use the Iris or OptiFine shader platform.
- Get the shader through its Modrinth or CurseForge project page.
- Visit the GitHub repository for the source code and project information.
Verdict
Miniature Shader offers a focused set of lighting and reflection effects for Minecraft Java Edition, with support for Iris and OptiFine. The reported bugs and restricted issue creation are worth considering before choosing it.
Questions
How much does Miniature Shader cost?
It is free, with a listed price of $0.
Which Minecraft edition does it support?
The project lists Minecraft Java Edition.
Which shader platforms are supported?
It lists Iris and OptiFine.
What visual effects does it provide?
It offers lighting, reflections, shadows, and emissive lighting, including blocky shadows and reflections on water, ice, and other commonly reflective blocks.
Is Miniature Shader open source?
Yes. The repository includes an MIT License, which permits use, copying, modification, distribution, sublicensing, and sale when the required copyright and permission notice are included.
Where can I get it or report an issue?
The shader is available through Modrinth and CurseForge. The project links to GitHub for source code and issue reports, though issue creation is currently restricted.
Facts from Miniature Shader's own pages
- Compatibility issue
- An open issue reports that the shader no longer works with Voxy on Minecraft 26.2. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Download channels
- The project is available through Modrinth and CurseForge project pages. · curseforge.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Emissive lighting
- It provides a slight overhaul of emissive lighting. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- License
- The project is licensed under MIT. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- License terms
- The MIT License permits use, copying, modification, distribution, sublicensing, and sale, subject to including the copyright and permission notice. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Maintainer
- The repository owner profile identifies the maintainer as Mateus A. Kreuch. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Minecraft edition
- The project lists compatibility with Minecraft Java Edition. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Minecraft versions
- The project lists versions from 1.7.x through 26.3 as compatible. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Not a standalone service
- The maker describes the project as a lighting and reflection shader for Minecraft. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Product
- Miniature shader is described as an in-style lighting and reflection shader for Minecraft. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Miniature is a lightweight Minecraft shader focused on shadows and reflections. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Reflections
- It adds reflections to water, ice, and other commonly reflective blocks. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Reported bug
- An open issue reports black particles in version 2.18.12. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Reported compatibility issue
- An open issue reports a screen glitch with the Aeronautics mod. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Repository language
- The maker’s GitHub profile lists the shader repository language as GLSL. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Shader platforms
- The listed shader platforms are Iris and OptiFine. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Shadows
- The shader offers blocky shadows. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Source code
- The project's source is linked to its GitHub repository. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The Modrinth project links to GitHub for issue reports. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Support channel
- The project repository provides an Issues page, where issue creation is currently restricted. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Visual style
- Its stated goal is to preserve Minecraft’s model-like appearance without compromising performance. · modrinth.com, 7 Oct 2026
- Warranty
- The license provides the software “as is” and disclaims warranty. · github.com, 4 Oct 2026
Where Miniature Shader stands on Freedom251
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