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How to install "Softbound"

A high-performance, physically-based shader focused on depth and contact. It utilizes Screen Space Ambient Occlusion (SSAO) to ground objects in their environment and Percentage-Closer Filtering (PCF) for realistic, soft-edged shadows.

Author

user_1tqt62gwhjlfjixg

Downloads

44

Last Updated

May 12, 2026

Minecraft Versions

1.21.11
Realistic

Quick Install ID

#softbound

Install Softbound in GDLauncher

  1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add Softbound to.
  2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
  3. Paste the Quick Install ID #softbound, select Softbound, 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 Softbound supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.11 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Softbound free?

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

What Minecraft versions does Softbound support?

Softbound supports Minecraft 1.21.11. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Softbound require Forge or Fabric?

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

How do I install Softbound?

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

Who made Softbound?

Softbound is made by user_1tqt62gwhjlfjixg. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/shaders/softbound).

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