
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
OldAnimations
1.7 visuals/animations in Minecraft 1.8.9.
Quick answer
Which OldAnimations release should I use?
OldAnimations 1.2.0 targets 1.8.9 with ornithe. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is OldAnimations required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
This file is marked client-only.
What else does OldAnimations 1.2.0 need?
1.2.0. 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 OldAnimations without breaking your instance.
Built for OldAnimations 1.2.0. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 1.2.0. It targets 1.8.9 with ornithe; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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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.
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Put it on the correct side
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 1.2.0. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does OldAnimations add?
OldAnimations
With over 100+ configuration options to customize the user experience, AxolotlClient's OldAnimations mod completely emulates the visuals and feel of Minecraft 1.7.10 within 1.8.9!
Additionally, this mod features integration with AxolotlClient.
Features
Features include:
- Sword blocking visuals and functionality
- Sneaking related visuals
- Various item/block related changes
- Old texture/model rendering
- Combat related features such as armor tint
- GUI adjacent features such as changes to the player list or debug overlay
- Enchantment glint rendering
- Miscellaneous and niche changes
Features not included:
- The ability to mine blocks while also using items
- Removing the attack cooldown on missed hits
Motivation
Why?
Many mods have tried to bring back 1.7.10 features, but none have delivered a complete experience. This mod goes beyond surface-level changes. It transforms GUIs, item rendering, combat feel, and countless other niche details to authentically recreate the 1.7.10 experience that players loved.
Disclaimers
Disclaimers
We do not endorse nor support cheats/hacks. This mod aims to be compliant with 1.8 behavior. If you feel like one or more options packaged by this mod could be regarded as one of the above, please let us know and we'll try our best to prevent people from using them on affected servers.
Credits
Credits
This mod exists thanks to the dedication of some fantastic testers who helped iron out every bug and ensure a seamless experience.
Because this mod is based off of some of my previous work in Animatium Legacy (formerly OverflowAnimationsV2), Animatium, and Sol Client, I would like to shout out Wyvest, ImToggle, Redth, TheKodeToad, Tellinq, and lowercasebtw for their past and continuous contributions to those amazing mods.
Need assistance? Feel free to join the discord server or open an issue.
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
OldAnimations by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
OldAnimations versions and loaders
1.2.0
AxolotlClient-OldAnimations-1.2.0.jar
12 Aug 2026
1.1.0
AxolotlClient-OldAnimations-1.1.0.jar
20 Jul 2026
1.0.0
AxolotlClient-OldAnimations-1.0.0.jar
10 Jul 2026
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.