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Gradient Clouds Resource Pack transforms the look of the sky by giving clouds a smooth, see-through fade. This pack changes the standard solid clouds to look exactly like the ones from Minecraft: Story Mode. It uses core shaders to make the clouds fade out softly instead of looking like hard blocks.

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Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Appreciate Gradient Clouds in Different Biomes and Times of DayVisit Multiple Biomes The gradient effect looks different depending on your environment and lighting conditions. The…Enable Gradient Clouds in Your WorldCheck Your Video Settings Gradient Clouds only work when clouds are set to Fancy mode. This is essential—without it,…Experience the Flip Effect When Flying Above CloudsFly Into the Cloud Layer One of the pack's best features is how the gradient automatically flips when you change your…Troubleshoot Missing or Incorrect Gradient EffectsConfirm Fancy Clouds Are Enabled If you're not seeing the gradient fade effect, the most common cause is that clouds…

Frequently asked questions

Why don't I see the gradient effect on my clouds?
Make sure your video settings have clouds set to "Fancy" instead of "Fast" — the gradient effect only works with Fancy clouds. Also check that you're using vanilla rendering, as this pack doesn't work with Sodium or other incompatible rendering mods.
Do I need to enable shaders in my settings?
No, you don't need to install or enable a separate shader pack. The gradient effect uses core shaders that are built into the resource pack and work automatically once installed.
What happens when I fly above the clouds?
The gradient flips automatically — instead of fading from solid to clear going upward, it reverses so the top of the clouds stays solid and the bottom fades to clear, keeping the effect visually consistent from above.
Can I use this with Sodium?
No, this pack relies on vanilla core shaders which Sodium doesn't support. You'll need to use vanilla rendering or another compatible renderer.

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