RETRO_VHS_Screen Shaders for Minecraft 1.20.1, 1.21.1
A minecraft styled vhs shader for horror modpacks, with flickering rec, and some more cool things.
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Retro VHS Shader
A lightweight shader that gives Minecraft the look of an old VHS recording.
Retro VHS Shader recreates the visual style of analog video tapes and CRT displays using a collection of classic post-processing effects. From subtle tape noise and scanlines to chromatic aberration and tracking distortion, the goal is to capture the nostalgic feel of 80s and 90s home video while remaining fully playable.
Whether you're building retro-inspired worlds, creating horror content, or simply looking for a unique visual style, this shader adds an authentic analog aesthetic without dramatically changing Minecraft's gameplay. Features
📼 VHS-inspired visual effects 📺 CRT scanlines 🌈 Chromatic aberration 📹 Analog tape noise and film grain 📡 Tracking glitches and signal distortion 💡 Soft bloom 🌅 Vintage color grading ⚡ Lightweight and performance-friendly
Great For
Horror mods and modpacks Found footage and VHS-style videos Retro-themed builds Cinematic screenshots and recordings Survival gameplay with a nostalgic atmosphere
Compatibility
Compatible with Iris Shaders and OptiFine Designed for modern Minecraft versions Works alongside most resource packs
If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for new effects, feel free to leave feedback on the project page.
Enjoy Minecraft through the lens of classic analog video.
How to install RETRO_VHS_Screen
With Millida Launcher
Install Millida Launcher
The launcher is free: download it at millida.net/launcher and sign in with any nickname.
Click “Install” on this page
The launcher opens and installs the shaders for Minecraft 1.20.1–1.21.1 automatically.
Launch the game
A profile with it appears in the launcher: click “Play”.
Manually
Install Iris or OptiFine
Without a shader mod the game cannot see shaders. Install it for the same Minecraft version.
Download the shader archive
Pick the file RETRO_VHS_Screen3.0.zip (10 KB) and do not unpack it.
Put it in the shaderpacks folder
“Options”, then “Video Settings”, then “Shader Packs”, then “Open Shader Pack Folder”, and drag the archive there.
Select the shaders
In the same window, click the pack name and “Apply”.
Versions
With dependencies
| Minecraft | Loader | File | Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.20.1 | Iris, OptiFine | 1.20.110 KB 3 |
FAQ
Which Minecraft versions does RETRO_VHS_Screen work on?
There are files for 1.21.1, 1.20.1. The newest is 1.21.1.
What do I need to run RETRO_VHS_Screen?
Shaders are loaded through Iris or OptiFine: without one of them the game cannot see them.
Where can I download RETRO_VHS_Screen safely?
On this page: the file RETRO_VHS_Screen3.0.zip (10 KB) is stored on Millida’s server, with no link shorteners. SHA-1 checksum: e200645b3a1c6f738d5c9cd9a6d7dc0f7f6ce06f.
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