<p align="center"> <img src="https://raw.githubusercontent.com/LifeMC-Studios/LifeMC/main/assets/img/lifemc_logo.webp" height="256px"/> </p> <h1 align="center">LifeMC</h1> <p align="center">A lightweight open-source client-side modpack.</p> <div align="center"> (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/available/modrinth_64h.png)](https://modrinth.com/modpack/lifemc) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/social/discord-plural_64h.png)](https://discord.lifemcstudios.com) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/translate/crowdin_64h.png)](https://translate.lifemcstudios.com) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/documentation/ghpages_64h.png)](https://lifemc-studios.github.io/docs) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/social/twitter-plural_64h.png)](https://twitter.com/LifeMCStudios) (https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@intergrav/devins-badges@3/assets/cozy/donate/ghsponsors-plural_64h.png)](https://github.com/LifeMC-Studios/LifeMC/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) </div> ## 📊 Why LifeMC? <div align="center"> | Feature / Aspect | Vanilla / OptiFine | Traditional Modpacks | LifeMC | | :------------------------ | :----------------: | :------------------: | :--------------------------: | | **FPS & Performance** | Standard | Variable | **Optimized (Sodium Core)** | | **Shader Compatibility** | Limited | Requires Setup | **Out-of-the-Box (Iris)** | | **RAM Consumption** | High | Heavy | **Ultra-Lightweight** | | **Open Source** | ❌ | ⚠️ Partial | **100% Open Source (GPLv3)** | | **Platform Availability** | ❌ | Proprietary | **Modrinth** | </div> ## ⚙️ Installation LifeMC can be easily installed on any modern Minecraft launcher that supports Modrinth modpacks (such as Prism Launcher, Modrinth App, ATLauncher, etc.). --- ## 🔥 Performance & Features LifeMC is engineered to provide the ultimate alternative to OptiFine and heavy client mods. By leveraging modern rendering engines and memory optimizations, it delivers a massive FPS boost and lower RAM usage without sacrificing graphical fidelity. ### Key Features: - ⚡ **Maximum Optimization:** Powered by **Sodium** for peak rendering efficiency. - 👕 **Free Cosmetics:** Integrated cosmetic support via **Cosmetica**. - ☀️ **Shader Compatibility:** Native shader engine with **Iris Shaders** (full support for OptiFine shaders). - 🌅 **Custom Skies:** Full OptiFine skybox support powered by **FabricSkyBoxes** & **FabricSkyBoxes Interop**. - 🔭 **Precision Zoom:** Smooth and customizable zoom features via **Zoomify**. - 🪟 **Connected Textures:** Seamless glass and connected block rendering with **Continuity**. - 🕯️ **Dynamic Lighting:** Efficient dynamic lighting system powered by **LambDynamicLights**. - 🗺️ **Multi-Language Support:** Over 60 languages supported across custom menus and interface elements. - 🌐 **Instant World Hosting:** Host local singleplayer worlds for friends easily via **e4mc**. - 🌳 **Better Leaf Rendering:** Smart leaf culling and performance tweaks via **MoreCulling**. - 🎨 **Customized UI:** Modern main menu featuring light/dark mode toggles and built-in update notifications. - 🎮 **Controller Support:** Plug-and-play controller compatibility powered by **Controlify**. ## ❓ Why Choose LifeMC? In two words: **performance and reliability**. LifeMC is crafted to deliver high frame rates without sacrificing quality or stability. We are confident in our optimization: if you want a clean, fast, and feature-rich client experience out of the box, LifeMC provides everything you need with zero bloat. At LifeMC Studios, we continuously refine and test every update to maintain the highest quality standard for our community. --- ## ➕ Updates We strongly recommend keeping the modpack updated to the latest available version to benefit from performance improvements, security patches, and new features. - **In-Game Notifications:** The main menu includes built-in update notifications when a new release is available. - **Official Sources:** Always download updates through official platforms (Modrinth, GitHub, or supported launchers). - **Support Us:** Consider following the project on Modrinth and starring the (https://github.com/LifeMC-Studios/LifeMC) to support development! --- ## 🛡️ Security Your safety is our priority. - **Verified Platforms:** We only source mods from trusted platforms (Modrinth and GitHub). - **Structured Tooling:** Pack building and dependency management are handled via (https://github.com/packwiz/packwiz) for total transparency. - **Testing & Quality Assurance:** E