Texture packs that don’t add frill (or reduce it) have always been popular inMinecraftbecause some people like a simplistic look or to improve their FPS. We’ve put together the best texture packs that keep the resolution to 8x or 16x but still improve the look of yourMinecraftexperience. The texture packs we have listed below will make you truly understand the phraseless is more!
Many of the more advancedMinecrafttexture packs requireOptifineto be installed for them to work. We strongly recommend installing it to improve gameplay performance and visual effects if you want to use the resource packs listed below.
All the texture packs we have listed are updated to accommodate forMinecraftversion 1.16and above. If you’d like to see how to install a texture/resource pack for your game, be sure to check under the list for instructions.
The Shortlist
If you are using this page to check out a specific texture pack, you can use the links below to go directly to that part of the page. The download links go directly to the PlanetMinecraft page where you can download the file based on its resolution.
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Best Minecraft Simple Texture Packs
Below you’ll find a clearer description and previews of all the texture packs on our list. If there are any addons associated with the resource pack, we’ll also mention them below.
Soft Bits
The main feature of Soft Bits is that it takes the normalMinecrafttexture and makes them easier on the eyes. Instead of having the pixels blend together, you see clear, distinct edges. you’re able to certainly compare this texture pack’s art style to that of the first Super Mario Bros. or Legend of Zelda games. If you have shaders installed, this texture pack will show you how vibrantMinecraftcan be.
InfiniteBits
InfiniteBits is the only texture pack we’ve seen that manages to be both simple and detailed at the same time. It is a low resolution (8x) texture pack that adds a perfect amount of detail to still make it pretty. The blocks have distinct edges, but not to the point that it’s distracting. This texture pack brings you back to the era when minimalist art was popular and makes you want to stay there.
Rodrigo’s Pack
We don’t know who Rodrigo is, but he did an incredible job making a low resolution texture pack. For those of you that want your textures to be sleek and clean, this texture pack will work well. This brightly tinted art style is reminiscent of farming simulators of the mid 90s. It is a perfect go-to option if you’re the type of player to explore every mechanicMinecraftoffers..
F8thful
F8thful is named as such because it’s faithful to theMinecraftdefault texture pack, but portrays it in 8x resolution. We have to assume this was not an easy task, but they pull it off. If you want to run yourMinecraftgame with simpler resolution, but don’t want to take away from the experience, this is the perfect texture pack. It works so well, it’s a wonder why Mojang didn’t make 8x the default resolution!
GridPixels
GridPixels is a peculiar texture pack that seems to over-simplify blocks, especially those with additional effects. Every block has a distinct edge. Blocks with animations or transparent space are reduced to squares that blend well with the surroundings. However, despite the over-simplification, this texture pack is still visually appealing. ForMinecraft, it seems it’s hip to be square!
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Additional Info
The examples above mostly feature these texture packs with shaders that improve the visuals ofMinecraft. These improvements include things like proper lighting, water effects, and particle effects. While installing the texture packs will improve the look of your game, you also need to install OptiFine and a decent shader to get the full effect. Use the directions or links below to make the most of yourMinecraftexperience.
Installing OptiFine
For detailed instructions, use our guide onHow to Install Minecraft OptiFine. Alternatively, you can follow the basic instructions below.
Installing Resource Packs
For detailed instructions, use our guide onHow to Install Texture Packs in Minecraft.Alternatively, you can follow the basic instructions below.
Shaders
For detailed instructions, use our guide onHow to Install BSL Shaders in Minecraft. Installing Shaders is a bit more complex than installing OptiFine and texture packs, so we recommend using the link above to see how to install shaders. If you have a different shader you’d like to install, you can follow the same process. The list below provides examples of a few of the best shaders.
That’s it for now! Don’t forget, you caneasily switch between resource packsin theMinecraftMain Menu, so be sure to give all the textures packs in our list a shot!
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