BreezeFlow is a modified edition of Complementary Shaders for Minecraft Java Edition, created to preserve its exceptional attention to detail, quality, and optimization while pushing a more cinematic, realistic look at higher frame rates on weaker devices. Complementary Shaders began as an edit of BSL Shaders in 2018 and has since evolved through countless major updates, community feedback, and a full rewrite to meet modern standards; BreezeFlow is built on that legacy and gives full credit to the original project.
BreezeFlow’s mission is simple: keep the signature Complementary look and polish, but make it run smoother on integrated GPUs and lower-end systems without sacrificing atmosphere. It is designed to feel cinematic and immersive while remaining practical for everyday gameplay.
There are many optimizations done, too many to be listed. However most of the work was based on reducing the amount of calculations performed and a LOD system was implemented.
All credits go to the original shader Complementary Shader
This shader is simply a variant of Complementary with optimization changes and color grading changes alongside new features.
An example of a new feature (Meteor Showers):
Better Nebula:
I highly recommend checking out the gallery page to understand how the shader looks - many gallery pictures are only at low preset and will look better at higher presets.
Like all shaders, Sodium and Iris or Optifine is required. I recommend using the mods listed as well.
- Fps at 1080p:
- Potato: 75-113 fps
- Very Low: 65-100 fps
- Low: 65-87 fps
- Medium: 45-70 fps
- High: 40-60 fps
- Very High: 39-59 fps
- ULTRA: 25-39 fps
- Device Info:
- Cpu: i7-13700H
- Gpu: Integrated Iris Xe Graphics
- Memory: 16 GB
- Fabric 1.21.10
Mods Used:
Intellium: Improves CPU and GPU workload to further optimize performance on Intel GPU's. Only works on Intel GPU's and is made by me. The mod may not be published yet when you are viewing this page.