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EnlightenedBlockEntities

by Mr.Toad

EnlightenedBlockEntities uses baked block models for some block entities, so chests, signs and similar blocks render faster on Forge and NeoForge.

ForgeNeoForgeClient-side onlyGNU General Public License v3.0 onlyOpen source1.20 – 1.20.4

What it does

Some block entities normally draw from entity models, which are costly to render. This mod swaps them for baked block models, which lowers the render cost while still allowing animated parts to play when they are visible. Most animated block entity models only render when absolutely necessary. The changes apply to the client, and the mod is released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 only as open source.

Side effects of the swap include smooth lighting on block entities, the ability to remodel block entities with block models, toggles for features such as Christmas chests, and block entities that remain visible from farther away. Customization is possible through resource packs. This build is an unofficial fork for Forge and NeoForge. Files cover 1.20 – 1.20.4 and the latest file is 0.9.1-BETA for 1.20.1, dated 2024-10-10 on the beta channel.

The mod runs only on the client, so servers need nothing installed. Development has stopped, so the author does not plan further updates. Issues go to the project's issue tracker, and the source code is public for anyone wanting to add localization through pull requests.

Key features

  1. Baked block models

    Block entities draw from baked models rather than entity models, which lowers their rendering cost.

  2. Smooth block entity lighting

    Block entities receive smooth lighting, reducing visible seams between light levels.

  3. Remodeling with block models

    Block entities can be given new looks by swapping in block model files through resource packs.

  4. Toggleable visual features

    Options such as Christmas chests can be switched on or off in the in-game config screen.

  5. Long-distance block entity visibility

    Block entities remain visible from as far away as the render distance allows.

Compatibility

Latest build for each game version and loader.

No stable releases
Every published file is a beta or alpha build.
1.20.40.9-1.20.2-BETANot available
1.20.30.9-1.20.2-BETANot available
1.20.20.9-1.20.2-BETANot available
1.20.10.9.1-BETA0.9.1-BETA
1.200.9.1-BETA0.9.1-BETA
ReleaseBetaAlphaNot available

Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.

Use cases

Busy bases with many chests

Players with large storage rooms of chests and signs can reduce the render load they cause.

Resource pack authors

Pack makers can replace block entity appearance with block models while keeping animations.

Who it’s for: Players who run Forge or NeoForge on 1.20 – 1.20.4 and want better block entity rendering, plus players who build resource packs for block entities. Only the client needs it, so it suits single-player and multiplayer clients alike.

How it compares

Full comparison

Enhanced Block Entities Backforged is Forge-only for 1.16.5 and open source under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 only, so it does not cover the 1.20 range. Legendary Block Entities is also Forge-only, for 1.20.1, and is open source under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 only. Enhanced Block Entities Reloaded covers Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt for 1.16.5 – 26.3 under the same license, which makes it the broader choice across loaders.

ModLoadersGame versionsEnvironmentUpdated
EnlightenedBlockEntitiesForge and NeoForge1.20 – 1.20.4Client-side only2024-10-10
Enhanced Block Entities BackforgedForge1.16.5Client-side only2023-10-13
Legendary Block EntitiesForge1.20.1Client-side only2026-09-11
Enhanced Block Entities ReloadedFabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt1.16.5 – 26.3Client-side only2026-09-20

Questions

Does this mod need any extra mod installed?

No dependency is required. The in-game config screen is the only part that needs an extra component, and the rendering changes work without it.

Can this mod run on a server?

No. Players add it to their own game, and a server needs no copy.

Which game versions does this mod support?

Files exist for 1.20, 1.20.1, 1.20.2, 1.20.3 and 1.20.4, with the latest beta file targeting 1.20.1.

In the catalog

EnlightenedBlockEntities is one of 3,545 Optimization mods on ModsFinder, and one of 1,441 Optimization mods for Forge. 13,907 mods support Minecraft 1.20.4.

Optimization mods3,545Forge modsMods for 1.20.413,907

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What the author says

I don't have much free time to do this mod right now so, there will be no more updates, you can use Sinytra to run the original on forge/neoforge. Original mod EBE(Fabric) by FoundationGames(Github)
Mr.Toad, on the Modrinth page

Official listing

Owner
Mr.Toad
Published
2024-08-24
Updated on Modrinth
2024-10-10
Facts verified
2026-10-15

Tags

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