MakeUp Dead Days Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on the shader after installing it?
Open Options > Video Settings > Shaders, then locate MakeUp Dead Days in the shader list and click it to activate. You'll see the visual changes take effect immediately in your world.
Why do my shadows look too harsh or too soft?
Open the shader settings menu (usually by clicking the Settings button in the Shaders screen) and adjust the Shadow Intensity and Shadow Softness sliders to your preference; lower intensity makes shadows fainter, while higher softness creates more gradual shadow edges.
Can I make the world less dark and more colorful?
Yes—in the shader settings, reduce the Desaturation slider to bring back more color, and increase Brightness or Ambient Light to lighten the overall scene without losing the shader's mood.
The bloom around torches and lanterns is too bright. How do I tone it down?
Find the Bloom Intensity or Bloom Strength setting in the shader options and lower it; you can also adjust the Bloom Radius to control how far the glow spreads from light sources.
Do torches and lanterns glow different colors with this shader?
Yes, the shader applies colored lighting to fire-based blocks—torches and lanterns emit warm orange/yellow light that affects nearby blocks and surfaces differently than standard Minecraft lighting.
Will this shader work on my low-end PC?
MakeUp Dead Days is designed for mid-range hardware, but if you experience lag, try disabling or lowering Shadow Quality, Bloom Intensity, and Ambient Occlusion in the settings to improve frame rate.
Why do my reflections look weird or are missing?
This shader includes reflective surfaces on water and certain blocks; if reflections seem off, check that your Video Settings have adequate render distance and that you haven't disabled reflection features in the shader menu.
Can I use this shader with other visual mods like Optifine textures?
Yes, MakeUp Dead Days works alongside resource packs and texture mods, though some visual conflicts may occur depending on what other mods alter lighting or colors—test your setup to ensure compatibility.
The sky looks too dark. Can I brighten just the sky without affecting shadows?
Look for Sky Brightness or Ambient Light settings in the shader options; adjusting these independently of shadow settings will let you brighten the sky and overall lighting without flattening shadow depth.
How do I reset the shader to default settings if I messed up the configuration?
In the shader settings menu, look for a Reset or Restore Defaults button; if that's not available, delete the shader's config file from your shaderpacks folder and reload the shader to restore original values.