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Obsidian Lite

this shader is compatible for low devices like low-end pc or mobiles

ShadersFree1.21 – 26.x
by tyles_37 · listed from Modrinth
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Direct download from Modrinth · 20 downloads

Obsidian Lite screenshot 1

What it does

Obsidian Lite is a shader pack made by tyles_37. this shader is compatible for low devices like low-end pc or mobiles.

It supports Minecraft 1.21 – 26.x. It has been downloaded 20 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Oct 31, 2026.

Supported versions

26.x1.21

Release history

The newest is 0.1.0-beta.1, released on Oct 31, 2026. It is made for Minecraft 1.21.10 – 26.3. It runs on Iris. The download is 13 KB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
0.1.0-beta.1Oct 31, 20261.21.10 – 26.3Beta
Description from the author on Modrinth

About

ObsidianLite is a performance-focused shader pack for Minecraft Java Edition, designed to enhance the game's visuals while maintaining a smooth gameplay experience. It aims to bring natural lighting, atmospheric fog, dynamic shadows, animated water, and improved weather effects without losing Minecraft's original visual identity.

Built with mobile performance in mind, ObsidianLite focuses on balancing visual quality and optimization, offering customizable graphics settings for different hardware capabilities. Whether you're exploring forests, building your base, or travelling across oceans, ObsidianLite aims to make your Minecraft world more immersive.

Features

ObsidianLite aims to introduce enhanced sunlight, natural shadows, animated water, atmospheric fog, improved skies, and smoother rainy-weather lighting. Multiple quality presets are planned to provide flexibility between performance and visual quality.

Compatibility

Primarily developed for Minecraft Java Edition. Mobile compatibility is being explored

Development

ObsidianLite is currently under development. More visual improvements, customization options, and performance optimizations are planned for future updates.

ObsidianLite — A New Perspective on Minecraft.

Written by tyles_37. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install Obsidian Lite

  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 Obsidian Lite 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
26.x, 1.21
Edition
Java
Needs
Sodium, Fabric API, Iris Shaders
License
Free to use
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 11, 2026)

Obsidian Lite compared with similar ones Compare all alternatives

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Obsidian Litethe one you looked at201.21 – 26.x10 days agoFree
TrueLightFX LiteOGCRAFTNET_269K1.8 – 26.x4 days agoFree
Open4ES RenewedCilokGaming94K1.8 – 1.21Aug 24, 2024Free
Low Watervexinitycontent20K1.19 – 1.21Oct 19, 2025Free

Questions

Does Obsidian Lite work on Minecraft 26.x?

Yes. Obsidian Lite supports Minecraft 26.x. All supported versions: 26.x, 1.21.

Is Obsidian Lite free?

Yes. Obsidian Lite is free to download from Modrinth.

Does Obsidian Lite need anything else?

Yes: Sodium, Fabric API, Iris Shaders. Install it before Obsidian Lite.

Is Obsidian Lite still updated?

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

What are the best alternatives to Obsidian Lite?

The closest ones are TrueLightFX Lite, Open4ES Renewed and Low Water. Compare all alternatives

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