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Iris for Forge

Iris for Forge 26.2 brings advanced shader support to Minecraft Forge, allowing you to use compatible shader packs and enhance your world's lighting, shadows, colors, and atmosphere.

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Quick answer

Which Iris for Forge release should I use?

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Latest stable file Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1
Game version 1.20.1
Loader Forge

Iris for Forge Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. All 1 required mods have matching files.

Where it goes

Is Iris for Forge required on the client, server, or both?

The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

Client Source doesn’t say
Dedicated server Source doesn’t say
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.

Understand client and server requirements Read the Minecraft installation guide

What else does Iris for Forge Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1 need?

Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

All 1 required mods have matching files

Install Sodium Forge Edition first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

Sodium Forge Edition Needed by Iris for Forge Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1
required
Matching file found Matched file: Sodium 0.5.11 for Forge 1.20.1

We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Iris for Forge without breaking your instance.

Built for Iris for Forge Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    Install Sodium Forge Edition first. We found matching files for this game-version and loader setup.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside Iris 1.7.2 for Forge 1.20.1. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Iris for Forge add?

Iris for Forge 26.2 brings the advanced shader features of Iris to Minecraft Forge 26.2, allowing you to enhance your worlds with beautiful lighting, shadows, reflections, and visual effects.

Enjoy your favorite compatible shader packs while keeping a familiar Minecraft experience. Iris provides a modern and customizable shader experience, giving you more control over the appearance and atmosphere of your world.

This project is an unofficial Forge adaptation of Iris and is separate from the official Iris project. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Iris Shaders development team.

Original project: Iris Shaders

Credits: Iris Shaders is developed by the Iris team and contributors.

Project description from CurseForge.

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Iris for Forge by Minecraft version and loader

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2 available setups

Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.

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Iris for Forge versions and loaders

2 of 2 releases match

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