Why Colorwheel is a top-tier mod mod for Minecraft 1.21.1
Allows you to use Iris Shaders with Flywheel
⚙️ Quick Resource Specs
| Mod Creator | djefrey |
| Latest Version | 1.21.1 |
| Supported Game Versions | 1.21.1, 1.20.1 |
| File Size | 270.66 KB |
| Last Updated | |
| Total Downloads | 18,247,584 downloads |
Colorwheel is a mod that makes Flywheel and Iris compatible. This means that you can play with Create 6 while using shaders and still enjoy good performance! This mod is similar to Iris Flywheel Compat.
Shaderpacks
There are 3 tiers of shaderpacks:
- Shaderpacks that supports the mod officially
- Shaderpacks with non-official support (using Colorwheel-Patcher)
- Shaderpacks without support (may be compatible with the fallback mode)
Developers can adapt their shaderpacks to be compatible with Colorwheel. A documentation is available here.
As of today, shaderpacks officially compatible are:
- Complementary Unbound/Reimagined, since r5.7
- Euphoria Patches, since 1.7.0
- Eclipse (edit of Bliss, available on GitHub)
- Glimmer, since v1.5
- I Like Vanilla, since v1.0.3
- Just Colored Lighting, since 0.9.5
- RenderPearl, since v2.8.0-beta.3
- Shrimple (WIP, available on GitHub)
- Solas Shader, since v3.2
- Spooklementary, since v2.0.3
- Steadfast
These shaderpacks above work straight out of the box, and require no intervention.
There is also a fork of photon available on my GitHub. This fork supports colored lighting on contraptions and is compatible with Voxy, which isn't the case with the patch available with Colorwheel-Patcher.
Some shaderpacks have non-official support with some custom made patches. Those patches are available with the Colorwheel-Patcher mod. Such shaderpacks are:
- BSL 10.1
- Bliss 2.1.1 - 2.1.2
- Complementary 5.6 - 5.6.1
- Complementary 5.5.1 (with Colorwheel-Patcher 1.0.0)
- Euphoria Patches 1.6.3 - 1.6.8
- Photon 1.3a
- Rethinking Voxels 0.1-beta9
For shaderpacks without support, a fallback mode is available. This mode will use existing shaders as a best effort attempt, like Iris Flywheel Compat does. This doesn't replace true compatible packs as there WILL BE rendering issues, but that's better than nothing.
Those shaderpacks have been tested with Create without major issues:
- Kappa
- MakeUp Ultra Fast
- Noble
- Nostalgia
- Pastel Shaders
- Sildur's Vibrant
- Solas Shader
- Super Duper Vanilla
Tip: it's common for shaderpacks to disable Entity Shadows or Block Entity Shadows by default. Make sure that those options are toggled if you want Create contraptions to cast lights and shadows (and don't forget to toggle the required options for light casting in the shaderpack settings !).
Compatibility
As of version 1.0, Iris Flywheel Compat is incompatible with Colorwheel due to conflicting mixins. This won't be fixed.
Create Better FPS is compatible, and may improve performance in some situations. This may happen either because the flywheel:off backend is used or because some blocks, like the factory gauges, are not rendered using Flywheel.
Performances comparison
Steam Deck, BSL Low:
1089 waterwheels:
- Flywheel OFF: 2 fps
- Create Better FPS: 5 fps
- Colorwheel: 50 fps
Modpacks
Colorwheel doesn't requires a Flywheel mod. In this case, the mod will disable itself.
Iris/Oculus is the only hard dependency.
Discord
#colorwheel on https://discord.gg/J6vfuzZeU2
The Ultimate Guide to Colorwheel
If you are exploring the vast world of Minecraft modifications, Colorwheel by djefrey is a standout mod that deserves your attention. With over 18,247,584 downloads, it has become a staple for players looking to enhance their experience. As the creator describes it, this project is "Allows you to use Iris Shaders with Flywheel". Whether you are a veteran builder constructing massive cities, or simply a casual player looking to upgrade your survival world, this guide will provide you with all the essential details on how Colorwheel alters the game.
What Makes It Special?
Unlike standard mods that simply alter superficial elements, Colorwheel introduces a wide array of visual and mechanical features designed to seamlessly blend into the vanilla aesthetic. djefrey has clearly spent significant time refining the project to ensure that every aspect feels polished and responsive for version 1.21.1.
Installation Guide
Getting Colorwheel up and running is straightforward. Follow these step-by-step instructions:
- Verify Your Version: Ensure your Minecraft launcher is set to version 1.21.1.
- Install Mod Loader (if required): If this is a mod, download the compatible loader (Forge, Fabric, NeoForge).
- Download the File: Click the secure download button above to retrieve the official file from CurseForge.
- Move the File: Place the downloaded file into your `mods`, `shaderpacks`, or `resourcepacks` folder depending on the mod type.
- Launch and Enjoy: Open Minecraft, navigate to the respective settings menu, and activate Colorwheel.
Compatibility & Performance
Compatibility is robust. Colorwheel is designed specifically for version 1.21.1, taking full advantage of the latest engine optimizations. During typical gameplay, this addition maintains a stable frame rate, though lower-end laptops might experience slight stuttering. We recommend pairing this with performance boosters like Sodium or Iris to guarantee a silky-smooth experience.
