DarkSteps
Stylish client-side ground footprints that darken to match every surface.
- Loaders
- FabricForge
- Downloads on Modrinth
- 691
- Followers on Modrinth
- 5
- versions
- 6
- Updated
- March 28, 2026Mar 28
- Published
- in 2026
At a glance
Install in the game only; not needed on the server
DarkSteps is a client-side cosmetic mod that adds stylish fading footprints as you walk.
Each step leaves a temporary mark on the ground, with its color based on the block beneath your feet and slightly darkened for a cleaner, more natural appearance. This allows footprints to blend into many different surfaces such as sand, stone, dirt, wood, snow, and more.
The footprints are rendered directly on the ground, alternate between steps while moving, and disappear after a short time. Unlike simple particles, they are made to feel more solid and visually pleasing, adding a subtle decorative effect to movement.
Features
- Client-side only
- Decorative footprints while walking
- Surface-based coloring
- Darkened colors for a better look
- Alternating left and right step placement
- Smooth fading over time
- Works on many different block types
DarkSteps is a purely visual mod and does not change gameplay.
FAQ
How to install DarkSteps?
Install Fabric for your Minecraft version, download DarkSteps for the same version and loader, put the file into the mods folder and launch the game with the loader profile.
Which Minecraft versions does DarkSteps support?
DarkSteps has builds for Minecraft 1.19.4, 1.20.1–1.20.2, 1.21–1.21.1.
Is DarkSteps needed on the server?
Client only — no need to install it on the server