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LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge]
A dynamic lights mod. Unofficial NeoForge port.
About this Mod
UNOFFICIAL, OUTDATED NEOFORGE PORT
This is old unofficial NeoForge port of LambDynamicLights mod by LambdAurora.
Do not report any issues to LambdAurora, their discord or github.
You can find official, updated version for fabric and neoforge here https://modrinth.com/mod/lambdynamiclights
Permission for NeoForge port release
LambDynamicLights
A dynamic lighting mod by LambdAurora.
π What's this mod?
It's dark outside, extremely dark...
You can't see a lot in the darkness, you wish you had a torch,
or a lantern to hold and see in the light...
And this is now possible with this mod as it adds dynamic lights to the game.
You can see in the darkness thanks to your torch now!
This mod adds dynamic lights to Minecraft. Dynamic lights are lights created by an entity holding an
item which makes light as a block, or created by an entity on fire, etc.
Searching other mods to replace OptiFine? Check out this list!
β Features:
- Dynamic lighting.
- Settings to select how smooth the dynamic lighting is.
- Works with some modded items.
- Any entity holding an item which emits light will emit light!
- Magma cubes emit light.
- Spectral arrows emit light.
- Burning entities emit light.
- Blazes emit light.
- Some items like torches, soul torches, etc. will not light up in water.
- Quick and simple API for developers and resource pack makers.
- And more!
Screenshots
Items emit light
Dropped items which already emit light as a block, will also dynamically emit light!

Held items emit light
Light is emitted when entities hold light emitting items.

Fire! Fire! Fire!
Any entity on fire will emit light!

Spectral arrows
Spectral arrows will emit a very weak light!

Different luminance!
Light emitted from items depend on the light emitted from their respective blocks!

Configuration GUI
As of v2.1.0.


π Usage
Using this mod is very simple!
Install it in your mods folder (with Sodium if wanted for better performances).
You will notice nothing at first but if you go into the video options or into the settings screen of the mod via [ModMenu], you will notice an option called Dynamic Lights which is by default off, choose the wanted configuration and enjoy!
You can also configure the mod by editing the file in config/lambdynlights.toml.
π How does it work internally?
Check this documentation.
π Is there an API? How to use it as a developer?
Check this documentation.
π Compatibility
- Sodium is recommended for better performances.
- OptiFine is obviously incompatible.
Available Versions
How to Install LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] on Your Client
Install the Mod Loader Locally
Install neoforge for your local Minecraft version.
Download the Matching File
Choose the LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] file for neoforge and Minecraft 1.21.1.
Install Mod
Place the .jar file in your local .minecraft/mods folder and restart Minecraft. No server-side installation is required.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.21
Server-side
β UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Does LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] need to be installed on the Minecraft server?
No. Modrinth marks LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] as unsupported on the server side. Install it only in your local Minecraft mods folder. Your server can remain unchanged unless the mod page lists an additional dependency.
Which version and loader does LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] require?
Use a file for neoforge and your exact Minecraft version. Supported versions include 1.21.1, 1.21. Files for different loaders are not interchangeable.
LambDynamicLights [Unofficial NeoForge] is not working β what should I check?
First check the Minecraft version, loader version and required dependencies. Put the .jar file in your local .minecraft/mods folder and remove older duplicates. Because this mod is client-side, adding server RAM will not fix it.
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