Installing Shaders for Minecraft version 1.17 Shaders setting in the game (Image via Minecraft) To use shaders, players need to install a mod called optifine.

OptiFine also gives you access to tons of new texture packs and HD shaders to make your game look as good as possible, as well a few useful new gameplay mechanics, including the famous "OptiFine Zoom.

Now that Minecraft 1.18 is out, players want to experience new biomes and terrains with high-quality shaders. The good news is that optifine has been released for Minecraft 1.18.

Top 5 Shaders for Optifine 1.18.2 Minecraft has a wide array of third-party textures that can be downloaded to add a different visual experience for the player.