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Better Ores 3D

This resource pack allows you to have 3D and glowing ores.

Texture packsFree1.17 – 26.x
by Marceus · listed from Modrinth
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What it does

Better Ores 3D is a texture pack made by Marceus. This resource pack allows you to have 3D and glowing ores.

It supports Minecraft 1.17 – 26.x. It has been downloaded 237,225 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Jul 7, 2026.

Supported versions

26.x1.211.201.191.181.17

Release history

Better Ores 3D has had 14 releases on Modrinth since Apr 28, 2023. 3 of them came out in the past year. The newest is 10.0, released on Jul 7, 2026. It is made for Minecraft 1.21 – 26.2. It runs on Minecraft. The download is 645 KB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
10.0Jul 7, 20261.21 – 26.2Release
9.0Mar 4, 20261.21 – 1.21.11Release
8.0Jan 9, 20261.21 – 1.21.11Release
7.0Oct 3, 20251.21.2 – 1.21.8Release
6.0Jun 25, 20251.21.2 – 1.21.6Release
Description from the author on Modrinth

Better Ores 3D✨

Better Ores 3D brings your mining experience to life with stunning 3D ore models and glowing textures! Each mineral block pops out of the stone with depth and light, making cave exploration more immersive and rewarding. Perfect for players who want their resources to shine—literally!

Now in vanilla too!🍃

If you're playing on version 1.21.2 or later, this resource pack is fully compatible with vanilla Minecraft—no mods required!

If you're using a version before 1.21.2⛏️

For versions earlier than 1.21.2, the resource pack requires mod support to work correctly. You can use OptiFine or Continuity if you want to play with Sodium.

If you are using Optifine make sure you have these settings:
Video Settings > Quality > Emissive Textures : ON

IT WILL NOT WORK PROPERLY WITHOUT THESE MODS AND FEATURES!

IMPORTANT: If you're playing with Continuity and Sodium versions 0.5.X or lower, you will also need to add Indium. This is not required for Sodium version 0.6+.

Other Versions Available🧭

Better Ores 3D is also available in special editions made to perfectly match different popular resource packs! Each version is carefully designed to blend seamlessly with the textures, colors, and style of its counterpart.

Mod Compatibility📦

Better Ores 3D also includes built-in support for some popular Minecraft mods!
No extra downloads needed — everything is already included in the main pack.
Feel free to suggest mods you'd like to see supported in the comments, or contact me directly on Discord: marceus_.

Currently Supported Mods:

License

This resource pack is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Marceus.

Redistribution, uploading, or using the files in any form without explicit permission is prohibited.

You are not allowed to modify, distribute, or use these files for commercial purposes without prior consent from Marceus.

For any inquiries or permission requests, please contact me directly via Discord: marceus_.

Written by Marceus. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install Better Ores 3D

  1. Download the .zip file from Modrinth. Do not unzip it.

  2. In Minecraft, open Options, then Resource Packs, then Open Pack Folder.

  3. Drop the .zip file into that folder and go back to the game.

  4. Move Better Ores 3D to the right-hand list and click Done.

  5. It is made for Minecraft 1.17 – 26.x. On other versions Minecraft marks it as incompatible, but it often still works.

Full guide: How to install Minecraft resource packs

Compatibility

Minecraft versions
26.x, 1.21, 1.20, 1.19, 1.18, 1.17
Edition
Java
Needs
Nothing else
License
Free to use
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 12, 2026)

Better Ores 3D compared with similar ones Compare all alternatives

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Better Ores 3Dthe one you looked at237K1.17 – 26.xJul 7, 2026Free
Better Flame ParticlesTschipcraft921K1.16 – 26.xSep 19, 2025Free
Glowing Emissive OresDeftestHawk540K1.16 – 26.x12 days agoFree
Ore VisibleScroutop200K1.8 – 26.xJan 26, 2026Free

Questions

Does Better Ores 3D work on Minecraft 26.x?

Yes. Better Ores 3D supports Minecraft 26.x. All supported versions: 26.x, 1.21, 1.20, 1.19, 1.18, 1.17.

Is Better Ores 3D free?

Yes. Better Ores 3D is free to download from Modrinth.

Is Better Ores 3D still updated?

Yes. The last update came out in the past day.

What are the best alternatives to Better Ores 3D?

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