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Realism Mats Visual Features
Realism Mats distinguishes itself through several advanced graphical techniques:
- PBR (Physically Based Rendering): Materials have defined physical properties, meaning metals reflect light sharply while stone and wood have matte, textured finishes.
- POM (Parallax Occlusion Mapping): Provides a 3D depth effect to flat surfaces, making cracks in stone or the grain in wood appear physically recessed.
- 3D Modeling: Many blocks, such as the Crafting Table and various ores, feature entirely new 3D geometry rather than flat textures.
- Multiple Resolutions: The pack is available in various resolutions to balance performance and quality:
- 64x: Performance-friendly version for standard systems.
- 256x: The standard high-definition experience.
- 512x: Ultra-HD for high-end gaming rigs.
- 1024x: Maximum realism, requiring significant VRAM and high-tier GPUs (e.g., RTX 2080 Super or higher).