Chunk Animation

Chunk Animation is a lightweight visual enhancement mod that animates chunks as they load, replacing the default instant terrain pop-in with smooth, immersive transitions.

Designed to feel natural and unobtrusive, the mod improves world loading visuals without affecting gameplay or performance in a meaningful way.

Features

Animates chunks as they load into the world
Smooth transition effects instead of instant terrain pop-in
Improves immersion during exploration and world generation
Lightweight and performance-friendly
Works seamlessly during normal gameplay
Purely visual — no gameplay changes

About This Port

This project focuses on preserving the original Chunk Animator experience while updating it for modern Minecraft versions and loaders.

Built for modern Minecraft versions
Updated rendering to match current engine systems
Emphasis on stability and smooth visual behavior
No gameplay changes — faithful to the original concept

Compatibility

Works well in modpacks and alongside visual or performance mods
Designed to integrate cleanly with vanilla and modded terrain generation
Safe for survival and multiplayer use
Client-side visual mod (does not affect gameplay logic)

Original Mod

Check out the original Chunk Animator here:
https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/chunk-animator

Notes

This is a port/continuation, not a redesign
Visual behavior is intended to stay true to the original mod
Minor differences may exist due to modern rendering changes
Issues and bugs can be reported and will be addressed

Modpack Use

This mod is free to use in modpacks.
You are welcome to include it in public or private modpacks without permission.

Chunk Animator (Expanded)