
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Dynamic Lights
Adds dynamic lights for players, items, mobs, etc.
Quick answer
Which Dynamic Lights release should I use?
Dynamic Lights 5.3+mod targets 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Dynamic Lights required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Dynamic Lights 5.3+mod need?
5.3+mod. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Dynamic Lights without breaking your instance.
Built for Dynamic Lights 5.3+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 5.3+mod. It targets 1.21.5, 1.21.6, 1.21.7 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 5.3+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Dynamic Lights add?
DESCRIPTION
This data pack makes torches and many other luminous items like glowstone, glowberries, lanters, etc. emit light while in your hand. It also makes certain mobs such as blazes and glow squids glow permanently and dropped light emitting items also glow. The light is server-side and visible to other players. This allows you to explore caves with ease without having to place torches everywhere.
INSTALLATION/UNINSTALLATION GUIDE
Installation:
for datapack version, go to your saves folder located here on Windows:
C:\Users\(your name)\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft\saves
go to your world's folder, open the datapacks folder, put the zipped file, and restart your worldfor mod version, put the jar file in
c:\Users\(your name)\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft\modsand then launch the game
Uninstallation:
for v1: run this command /function dl:uninstall, and then delete the data pack. Make sure to not reload (/reload or by restarting your world) after running the uninstall command until the data pack is deleted!
for v2-v3: make sure you are not holding a torch, run /datapack disable (file), delete the datapack and run /reload
for v4 - v5: use /function dt:config to disable every setting, /datapack disable (file), delete the datapack and reload.
for v5.1+: run /function dt:uninstall and follow instructions
FEATURES/CONFIG OPTIONS
Config
Use /function dt:config to open the config menu.
| Feature | Stored as (in dt.config scoreboard) |
Description | Default Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Players holding light glow | playersitemsglows |
If players holding luminous items such as torches should glow | true (1) |
| Item entities glow | itemsglow |
If luminous items dropped on the ground should glow | true (1) |
| Blazes glow | blazesglow |
If blazes should glow | true (1) |
| Glow Squids glow | glowsquidsglow |
If glow squids should glow | true (1) |
| Ignited Creepers glow | litcreepersglow |
If creepers should glow when lit with flint and steel | true (1) |
| Mobs set on fire glow | fireglow |
If mobs set on fire should glow | true (1) |
| Mobs holding light glow | mobsitemsglow |
If mobs, such as zombies, holding luminous items like torches should glow | true (1) |
| Arrows glow | arrowsglow |
If flaming and spectral arrows and should glow | true (1) |
| Fireballs glow | fireballsglow |
If ghast and blaze fireballs should glow | true (1) |
| Magma Cubes glow | magmacubesglow |
If magma cubes should glow | true (1) |
Each config setting can be edited by using the appropriate /scoreboard players set command. For example, to toggle Players holding light glow, you can use the command /scoreboard players set playersitemsglows dt.config 1 or 0 to enable or disable it, 1 being true and 0 being false. You can run /function dt:config to bring up a menu which you can click to type the commands automatically. (Feel free to message me on discord below for assistance!)
List of luminous items and entities
| Luminous Items | Luminous Entities |
|---|---|
| Torch | Blazes |
| Jack o' Lantern | Glow Squids |
| Lantern | Magma Cubes |
| End Rod | Creepers (when lit) |
| Shroomlight | Any entity set on fire |
| Glowstone | Any entity (e.g., zombie, player, allay) holding a luminous item |
| Froglight blocks | Flame Arrow |
| Sea Lantern | Spectral Arrows |
| Beacon | Dropped luminous item entity |
| Campfire | Fireballs (shot by blazes/ghasts) |
| Lava Bucket | |
| Glow Berries | |
| Glow Ink Sac |
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
- You may change settings by running
/function dt:configand uninstall by/function dt:uninstall - Due to minecraft limitations and the nature of the datapack/mod, it may obstruct flow of liquids like lava and water
- for feedback, bug reports, or other help, join the discord server from the links section of this page!
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Dynamic Lights by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1.2
5 loader builds26.1.1
5 loader builds26.1
5 loader builds1.21.11
5 loader builds1.21.10
5 loader builds1.21.9
5 loader builds1.21.8
5 loader builds1.21.7
5 loader builds1.21.6
5 loader builds1.21.5
5 loader builds1.21.4
5 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 33 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Dynamic Lights versions and loaders
5.3+mod
dynamic-torches-5.3.jar
31 Mar 2025
5.3
Dynamic Lights v5.3 1.21.5.zip
31 Mar 2025
5.3+mod
dynamic-torches-5.3.jar
13 Mar 2025
5.3
Dynamic Lights v5.3 1.20.5 - 1.21.4.zip
13 Mar 2025
5.3+mod
dynamic-torches-5.3.jar
13 Mar 2025
5.3
Dynamic Lights v5.3 1.17 - 1.20.4.zip
13 Mar 2025
5.2+mod
dynamic-torches-5.2.jar
1 Jan 2025
5.2
Dynamic Lights v5.2 1.20.5 - 1.21.4.zip
1 Jan 2025
5.2+bpmod
dynamic-torches-5.2.jar
1 Jan 2025
5.2+bp
Dynamic Lights v5.2 1.17 - 1.20.4.zip
1 Jan 2025
5.1+mod
dynamic-torches-5.1.jar
31 Oct 2024
5.1
Dynamic Lights v5.1 1.20.5 - 1.21.3.zip
31 Oct 2024
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.