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vfx-simple

A simple shader to work perfectly with keeping the vanilla vibe

ShadersFree1.20 – 1.21
by shadowlegendary678 · listed from Modrinth
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What it does

A simple shader to work perfectly with keeping the vanilla vibe

vfx-simple is a shader pack made by shadowlegendary678. It supports Minecraft 1.20 – 1.21. It has been downloaded 6,133 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Dec 3, 2025.

Supported versions

1.211.20

Release history

vfx-simple has had 3 releases on Modrinth since Aug 16, 2025. One of them came out in the past year. The newest is 1.0.2, released on Dec 3, 2025. It is made for Minecraft 1.20.1 – 1.21.10. It runs on Iris and Optifine. The download is 33 KB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
1.0.2Dec 3, 20251.20.1 – 1.21.10Beta
1.0.1Aug 16, 20251.20.1, 1.21, 1.21.5Release
1.0.0Aug 16, 20251.20.1, 1.21, 1.21.5Beta
Description from the author on Modrinth

VFX Simple – Beta Build

A lightweight shader pack by BunnyCrop Studios that enhances Minecraft’s visuals without sacrificing performance.

🎥 Showcase

✨ Features

Enhanced Lighting & Shadows

  • Soft dynamic shadows that add depth to your world
  • Improved entity shadows with reduced glitching
  • Subtle ambient occlusion for realistic depth perception
  • Warm glow from light sources with gentle flickering

Vegetation Waving

  • Trees, flowers, and crops sway dynamically in the wind

Particle Enhancements

  • Improved particle rendering and effects
  • Better integration of particles with the environment

Performance Optimization

  • Built with performance in mind
  • Minimal impact on gameplay FPS
  • Compatible with a wide range of hardware

📋 Installation

  1. Install OptiFine or Iris Shaders for your Minecraft version
  2. Download the VFX Simple shader pack
  3. Place the downloaded .zip file into your .minecraft/shaderpacks folder
  4. Launch Minecraft with OptiFine or Iris
  5. Go to Options → Video Settings → Shaders
  6. Select “VFX Simple – Beta Build” from the list

🔧 Compatibility

  • Works with Minecraft 1.16.5 and above
  • Requires OptiFine or a compatible shader loader
  • Compatible with most popular Minecraft mods

💻 Performance

VFX Simple is designed to be lightweight while still providing beautiful visuals. It should run smoothly on mid-range hardware, though performance may vary depending on your setup.

Recommended Specifications:

  • GPU: GTX 1050 or equivalent (or integrated graphics with 2GB+ VRAM)
  • CPU: Intel i5 / AMD Ryzen 3 or better
  • RAM: 8GB+

🚧 Beta Notice

This is a beta build of VFX Simple. While we’ve worked hard to ensure stability, you may still encounter occasional visual glitches or performance issues. We’re actively improving the pack and welcome your feedback!

🔮 Future Plans

  • Additional atmospheric effects
  • Enhanced water rendering
  • Further performance optimizations
  • Extended compatibility with more Minecraft versions

VFX Simple – Beta Build by BunnyCrop Studios

Written by shadowlegendary678. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install vfx-simple

  1. Install Iris (with Sodium) or OptiFine for your Minecraft version: shaders need one of them.

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

  3. In Minecraft, open Options, then Video Settings, then Shader Packs, and click Open Shader Pack Folder.

  4. Drop the .zip file into that folder, pick vfx-simple in the list and click Done.

  5. Shaders are heavy on the graphics card. If the game gets slow, pick a lower profile in the shader settings.

Compatibility

Minecraft versions
1.21, 1.20
Edition
Java
Needs
Nothing else
License
MIT
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 10, 2026)

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Questions

Does vfx-simple work on Minecraft 26.x?

Not yet. The newest version it supports is Minecraft 1.21.

Is vfx-simple free?

Yes. vfx-simple is free to download from Modrinth.

Is vfx-simple still updated?

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

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