Immersive Storms Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
Do I need to do anything to start using this mod?
No setup required—the mod works automatically once installed. Weather effects will activate in compatible biomes without any configuration needed.
Why is my visibility so low during sandstorms?
Sandstorms in deserts, badlands, and savannas create dense fog that severely reduces visibility, especially during thunderstorms. This is intentional to create an immersive, challenging atmosphere.
Does this mod affect gameplay or just visuals?
This mod is purely visual and client-side—it only adds fog, particles, and ambient effects without changing mechanics, damage, or survival difficulty.
Why do swamps look so foggy even in light rain?
Swamps and Pale Gardens are designed to have thick fog during any rainy weather, matching their atmospheric biome identity. The fog density is comparable to sandstorms.
Can I disable effects in certain biomes?
Yes, you can reduce fog density in specific biomes through the mod's configuration options—see the 'Reduce Fog Density in Specific Biomes' guide for detailed steps.
Do blizzards look different from regular snow?
Yes—during thunderstorms in snowy biomes, fog becomes noticeably denser and whiter, creating a blizzard effect with reduced visibility compared to regular snowfall.
Will this mod work on multiplayer servers?
Yes, since it's client-side only, it works on any server without requiring the server to have the mod installed. See the multiplayer guide for best practices.
How do I customize wind and particle effects on mountains?
Hills and mountains have built-in wind effects that carry dust and rock particles during all weather—you can adjust these through the mod's particle and wind customization settings.
Is there a way to tell if it's a sandstorm or just regular rain?
Sandstorms create sandy-colored fog and visible dust particles carried by wind, while regular rain has no fog. During thunderstorms, sandstorm fog becomes extremely dense—check the 'Distinguish Between Sandstorms and Regular Rain' guide for more details.
Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?
The mod is lightweight and client-side, so performance impact is minimal on most systems. If you experience lag, try reducing fog density or particle effects in the configuration.