Old Recording
Old recording (VHS) effect: grain, scanlines, scratches, and flicker.
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About this Mod
Old Recording
Old Recording adds a vintage VHS-style recording effect to Minecraft.
The mod makes the game look like an old video recording by adding classic analog camera artifacts such as film grain, scanlines, scratches, and screen flicker. This creates an atmospheric retro look similar to old tapes and recordings.
Features
- Film grain
- VHS scanlines
- Screen scratches
- Subtle flickering effect
- Adjustable effect intensity
Controls
- O — Toggle the VHS effect on/off
- P — Increase the intensity of the effect
Perfect for
- Horror maps 👻
- ARG-style experiences 📼
- Cinematic videos 🎥
- Retro or analog-style gameplay
⚠ Warning
This mod contains visual effects such as flickering and screen noise that may trigger discomfort for people with photosensitive conditions. If you are sensitive to flashing or flickering visuals, it is recommended not to use this mod.
Available Versions
How to Install Old Recording on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.11).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Old Recording". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.11, 1.20.1
Server-side
✗ UnsupportedRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Old Recording server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21.11). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Old Recording compatible with fabric and forge?
Old Recording officially supports fabric, forge for Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.20.1. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Old Recording – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Old Recording consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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