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How to install "Golden Spring"

Golden Spring transforms Minecraft Java into a warm, cinematic world drenched in golden-hour light that you never knew Minecraft could have

Author

Kingcozmosis

Downloads

1.0K

Last Updated

Apr 27, 2026

Minecraft Versions

1.21.11 1.20.6 1.19.4 1.18.2 1.17.1 1.16.5
Realistic Fantasy Vanilla

Quick Install ID

#golden-spring

Install Golden Spring in GDLauncher

  1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add Golden Spring to.
  2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
  3. Paste the Quick Install ID #golden-spring, select Golden Spring, and click Download. GDLauncher handles dependencies and version matching automatically.
  4. Hit Play and you're done.

Before you install

Make sure your Minecraft version matches what Golden Spring supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Golden Spring free?

Yes. Golden Spring is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Golden Spring support?

Golden Spring supports Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, 1.17.1, 1.16.5. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Golden Spring require Forge or Fabric?

Check the CurseForge page for Golden Spring to see which mod loader it supports. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically once you pick the addon.

How do I install Golden Spring?

Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #golden-spring. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.

Who made Golden Spring?

Golden Spring is made by Kingcozmosis. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/shaders/golden-spring).

Need help?

Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.

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