Medieval themed texture packs are one of the most popular types of texture packs sought by Minecraft players. In our list below, we've picked out the best ones that not only make your game look better, but make you feel like you're mining in the 10th century.
Most of the more advanced Minecraft texture packs require Optifine to be installed to work. We highly recommend installing it to improve game performance and visual effects if you want to use the resource packs listed below.
All the texture packs we have listed are updated to fit Minecraft version 1.16 and above. If you want to know how to install a texture/resource pack for your game, be sure to check the list for instructions.
The shortlist
If you are using this page to discover a specific texture pack, you can use the links below to jump directly to that part of the page. The download links go directly to the PlanetMinecraft page where you can download the file depending on its resolution.
Do you have any suggested texture packs you'd like to see added to the list? Leave a comment below with a link to the medieval texture pack you like, and we might feature it the next time we update our list. Remember that all texture packs offered should work for the most recent version of Minecraft!
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Best Medieval Minecraft Texture Packs
Below is a clearer description and previews of all the texture packs on our list. If there are addons associated with the resource pack, we will also mention them below.
Majestic
The most appealing thing about this texture pack is that it is well rounded in terms of art style and theme. It closely matches what you might imagine in a medieval fantasy world, with an emphasis on a more natural look. If you watch the trailer below, you'll find that it's easy to get lost in the aesthetics and really imagine yourself in a medieval setting. If you're looking for something that feels medieval rather than just medieval, Majestica is the resource pack for you.
spirit of adventure
Most medieval texture packs focus primarily on stone and wooden blocks to give a renaissance feel. What sets Wanderlust apart is how it instead modifies every type of block in the game. This texture pack lives up to its name and makes you wish you lived a thousand years ago to explore nature unsullied by human industry. Wanderlust is perfect for the Minecraft player who enjoys exploring more than building. Quite often, wandering around with this texture pack enabled will leave you feeling nostalgic for a time you never knew.
Jicklus
Jicklus is a standard (16x) resolution texture pack that enhances the simple, classic aura of Minecraft. When used with appropriate shades, the lighting brings out the perfect shades and hues of the natural blocks in this beautiful texture pack. Caves, mines, and simple houses seem to be the highlight of this texture pack. If you rarely explore outside of these areas, this one is perfect for you.
beyond the land
Beyond the Lands is a standard resolution (16x) texture pack that darkens and retextures your Minecraft world. The battles are more intense and the mobs seem more evil, but that only increases your thirst for adventure. This texture pack is ideal for adventure maps and players who like their world to feel more like the Dark Ages. Check out the trailer below! For those of you who have seen it, you will definitely see the resemblance to The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.
Medieval Winthor
Winthor Medieval is the highest resolution we offer on our list (64x) and they use every pixel for incredible attention to detail. If your computer can't handle 64x resolution in Minecraft, we almost recommend you to buy a computer just to experience Minecraft with this texture pack.
If you're looking for a medieval texture pack with all the bells and whistles, you'll want to give this one a spin. All the blocks look like they were brought to you from the Middle Ages. The only problem is that you may feel warped to an alternate universe, a blocky form of the actual 10th century. When you come back and see the world around you, you might just want to get back to the game.
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Additional information
The videos above mainly showcase these texture packs with shaders that enhance the visuals of Minecraft. These improvements include things like proper lighting, water effects, and particle effects. While installing texture packs will make your game look better, you also need to install OptiFine and a decent shader to get the full effect. Use the instructions or links below to get the most out of your Minecraft experience.
Installation d’OptiFine
For detailed instructions, use our guide on installing Minecraft OptiFine. You can also follow the basic instructions below.
Installing resource packs
For detailed instructions, use our guide on how to install texture packs in Minecraft. You can also follow the basic instructions below.
Shaders
For detailed instructions, use our guide on installing BSL shaders in Minecraft. Installing shaders is a bit more complex than installing OptiFine and texture packs, so we recommend using the link above to see how to install shaders. If you want to install a different shader, you can follow the same process. The list below provides examples of some of the best shaders.
That's all for the moment! Don't forget that you can easily switch between resource packs in Minecraft's main menu, so be sure to give all of the texture packs on our list a chance!
Now that you know some of the best medieval texture packs, why not test them out on some of the best creative maps? Use them on all the maps from our list of Best Minecraft Survival Maps, Best Minecraft Challenge Maps, and Best Minecraft Parkour Maps!
