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Spectrum
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Spectrum

By DaFuqsOwner , DaFuqsy
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A full-feature mod about harnessing the powers of color

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4.0

A great magic mod for modern Minecraft versions!

Gourmandd

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Total 100 hrs MC 1.21, 1.2… MC 1.21, 1.20, 1.19
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
3.5

Spectrum is characterised as much as by its content as by its journey. Its guidebook consists of a thought out, and commentary ridden step by step account of the journey the player takes. Its main reoccurring theme is the idea of revealing hidden things.

(it does so through revelationary API, which I note for modpack devs is data driven, though most of Spectrum's usage of it is in code, I haven't been brave enough yet to attempt to mixin this behavior to try to edit it).

Because of this, it would nearly be like spoilers to be specific, so ill try to be abstract with this review. Which might not work out as well as I want it to.

Your journey is characterized by puzzles and exploration, as you explore the world you "learn" more about it, this means you have a very continuous process of learning and applying your knowledge, and the discovery of these hidden things breaths life and intrigue into the overworld, nether (and not really the end, a bit though).

It has many unique mechanics, like potion effects, many, many tools and the structures you build (and are somewhat customisable) are reminiscent of the structure that magic mods like astral sorcery may have you build, serving a practical purpose. For a pack dev perspective, it has a lot of data driven recipe types which have potential to be used in creative ways.

Its art is nice, and this is true very consistently throughout the mod. Those storm stones look dangerous!!

Once you get to know the mod, the various steps can be a bit tedious though that's why this mod, no matter where you are or if you are a first time player or not, should be spaced out and not rushed, as you will get tired and frustrated (especially for the first time player!)

Also since I see performance as an optional rating, I just want to point out that in either Spectrum or Pastel (don't think this has been patched in either): don't place too, too, TOO much azurite, the particles can crash your game lmao. dont go crazy with the Create mod's worldshaper and you will be fine :P .

Developer Response

DaFuqs 1 month ago

Glad to hear you like the mod! ...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

Glad to hear you like the mod!

...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

Glad to hear you like the mod!

...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

0
0
Spectrum
4.0

A great magic mod for modern Minecraft versions!

Gourmandd

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 100 hrs MC 1.21, 1.2… MC 1.21, 1.20, 1.19
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
3.5

Spectrum is characterised as much as by its content as by its journey. Its guidebook consists of a thought out, and commentary ridden step by step account of the journey the player takes. Its main reoccurring theme is the idea of revealing hidden things.

(it does so through revelationary API, which I note for modpack devs is data driven, though most of Spectrum's usage of it is in code, I haven't been brave enough yet to attempt to mixin this behavior to try to edit it).

Because of this, it would nearly be like spoilers to be specific, so ill try to be abstract with this review. Which might not work out as well as I want it to.

Your journey is characterized by puzzles and exploration, as you explore the world you "learn" more about it, this means you have a very continuous process of learning and applying your knowledge, and the discovery of these hidden things breaths life and intrigue into the overworld, nether (and not really the end, a bit though).

It has many unique mechanics, like potion effects, many, many tools and the structures you build (and are somewhat customisable) are reminiscent of the structure that magic mods like astral sorcery may have you build, serving a practical purpose. For a pack dev perspective, it has a lot of data driven recipe types which have potential to be used in creative ways.

Its art is nice, and this is true very consistently throughout the mod. Those storm stones look dangerous!!

Once you get to know the mod, the various steps can be a bit tedious though that's why this mod, no matter where you are or if you are a first time player or not, should be spaced out and not rushed, as you will get tired and frustrated (especially for the first time player!)

Also since I see performance as an optional rating, I just want to point out that in either Spectrum or Pastel (don't think this has been patched in either): don't place too, too, TOO much azurite, the particles can crash your game lmao. dont go crazy with the Create mod's worldshaper and you will be fine :P .

Developer Response

DaFuqs 1 month ago

Glad to hear you like the mod! ...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

Glad to hear you like the mod!

...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

Glad to hear you like the mod!

...I should *probably* put a cap on the particle spawn count :P

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4.0
Gourmandd

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Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 100 hrs MC 1.21, 1.2… MC 1.21, 1.20, 1.19
0
0
5.0

The mod that reignited my passion for modded Minecraft

princeoflight

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 20 hrs MC 1.19, 1.2… MC 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

This is easily one of the most unique mods I've ever seen in terms of both the gameplay experience and the aesthetics, and is the one mod that made me invested in modded Minecraft again after a more than ten-year-old break. The feeling of discovery, exploration and puzzle solving at its core is wonderful, and the guidebook strikes a very good balance to tell you just the right amount of things. While there are still some mechanics that might be a bit rough around the edges - at the time of the review - those still do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the mod, especially if you experience it in a spoiler-free way.

Highly recommended,

1
0
Spectrum
5.0

The mod that reignited my passion for modded Minecraft

princeoflight

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 20 hrs MC 1.19, 1.2… MC 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

This is easily one of the most unique mods I've ever seen in terms of both the gameplay experience and the aesthetics, and is the one mod that made me invested in modded Minecraft again after a more than ten-year-old break. The feeling of discovery, exploration and puzzle solving at its core is wonderful, and the guidebook strikes a very good balance to tell you just the right amount of things. While there are still some mechanics that might be a bit rough around the edges - at the time of the review - those still do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the mod, especially if you experience it in a spoiler-free way.

Highly recommended,

1
0
5.0
princeoflight

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Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 20 hrs MC 1.19, 1.2… MC 1.19, 1.20
1
0
5.0

A worthy successor to an old favorite

EsetKalenko

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Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

Been playing since the beginning, after finding out about it by hearing it was alike ChromatiCraft, my favorite mod of all time. Indeed, that similarity rings true, but it too stands alone as the best modern magic mod, and my third favorite in all.

Spectrum has always been an engaging and unique mod with strong aesthetic and theming, rewarding creativity, discovery, and ingenuity. It is unafraid to make players think, which is much appreciated in an era where many mods mindlessly tell you exactly how to play. And for that effort, it rewards you with fun tools and constructs, often novel in their functionality or use.

Progression is based on exploration. The mod gradually reveals things in the world that you'd think weren't there before the deeper you go, encouraging revisiting of some areas and inviting travel to new ones. At present though, I feel there's not as much hidden in the world as there well could be - cold biomes and deserts get nothing unique for example - so truly and deeply searching the world isn't exactly necessary.

Exploration is one of the few areas I feel it is actually lacking in, in more detail: the structures added are few in variety, and while solving them the first time feels great, at length, you can memorize the solutions - they're the same every time, after all. Some randomization, and/or more puzzle variants, would be welcomed. In addition, as mentioned before there is a lack of unique things to find in more than a few areas of the world, making exploring such areas not really worth it for just Spectrum alone.

Overall progression is extremely well done, requiring engaging with the mod, learning its systems, and solving its puzzles to progress - a very welcome breath of fresh air, as aforementioned. It offers extensive hints for major milestones, but I feel they sour the experience of truly finding something out on your own - and in fact this system wasn't always there. The progression also weaves a story, one which takes us on a journey from our first geode to learning this gemstone-based colorful magic, ultimately leading down to the depths of the world, searching for answers and knowledge - though there isn't too much to find, right now.

Art-wise, the mod is excellent, and is only improving with time. Watching it grow from programmer art to where it is today was inspiring to say the least. It has a very strong and recognizable style that lends an already good mod a lasting visual impression. I feel it is so far only lacking in sound and particles, but those too may well get worked on.

In all, Spectrum is a fantastic exploration- and story-driven mod with engaging and puzzley progression, that only continues to get better with time.

2
0
Spectrum
5.0

A worthy successor to an old favorite

EsetKalenko

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

Been playing since the beginning, after finding out about it by hearing it was alike ChromatiCraft, my favorite mod of all time. Indeed, that similarity rings true, but it too stands alone as the best modern magic mod, and my third favorite in all.

Spectrum has always been an engaging and unique mod with strong aesthetic and theming, rewarding creativity, discovery, and ingenuity. It is unafraid to make players think, which is much appreciated in an era where many mods mindlessly tell you exactly how to play. And for that effort, it rewards you with fun tools and constructs, often novel in their functionality or use.

Progression is based on exploration. The mod gradually reveals things in the world that you'd think weren't there before the deeper you go, encouraging revisiting of some areas and inviting travel to new ones. At present though, I feel there's not as much hidden in the world as there well could be - cold biomes and deserts get nothing unique for example - so truly and deeply searching the world isn't exactly necessary.

Exploration is one of the few areas I feel it is actually lacking in, in more detail: the structures added are few in variety, and while solving them the first time feels great, at length, you can memorize the solutions - they're the same every time, after all. Some randomization, and/or more puzzle variants, would be welcomed. In addition, as mentioned before there is a lack of unique things to find in more than a few areas of the world, making exploring such areas not really worth it for just Spectrum alone.

Overall progression is extremely well done, requiring engaging with the mod, learning its systems, and solving its puzzles to progress - a very welcome breath of fresh air, as aforementioned. It offers extensive hints for major milestones, but I feel they sour the experience of truly finding something out on your own - and in fact this system wasn't always there. The progression also weaves a story, one which takes us on a journey from our first geode to learning this gemstone-based colorful magic, ultimately leading down to the depths of the world, searching for answers and knowledge - though there isn't too much to find, right now.

Art-wise, the mod is excellent, and is only improving with time. Watching it grow from programmer art to where it is today was inspiring to say the least. It has a very strong and recognizable style that lends an already good mod a lasting visual impression. I feel it is so far only lacking in sound and particles, but those too may well get worked on.

In all, Spectrum is a fantastic exploration- and story-driven mod with engaging and puzzley progression, that only continues to get better with time.

2
0
5.0
EsetKalenko

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
2
0
4.0

Finally, a good modern magic mod

Sonar

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

I love magic mods. I love the sense of fantasy they install and the exploration and lore, everything about them. But sadly many magic mods feel kind of samey. But Spectrum is unique. It's got a phenomenal progression system, powered by Revelationary, so that you're constantly discovering new things and fulfilling a sense of wonder. The art is incredible for the most part, everything feels so vibrant and polished. It's awesome to craft and discover new things, and explore the various new structures and eventually uncover an entirely new world. From simply satisfying decoration, to committing terrorism and other war crimes, this mod has a lot to explore. That said, there are a few things stopping me from saying this mod is truly perfect

  • The mod is a work in progress which can be seen, particularly in some of the structures and worldgen. The structures they add can feel pretty repetitive, with very few options for variation. Additionally, the dimension can feel really annoying to explore, without a tonne of variety and entering the dimension is a bit of a slog.
  • It adds a lot of overpowered gear and items but doesn't actually have anything that justifies it. It can get pretty overpowered quite quickly and the threats it adds aren't really enough to justify it. Especially when it gets to the point where a pickaxe is doing more damage than a netherite sword.
  • Using it with WTHIT/Jade and Xaero's can sometimes accidentally reveal stuff you shouldn't know, which makes it a bit disappointing to have the surprise ruined and break immersion.

All in all though, the above isn't nearly enough to disregard how much it does well. It's so, so close to being an absolute masterpiece. If I could give it 4.8 stars I would, but for now, 4/5.

1
0
Spectrum
4.0

Finally, a good modern magic mod

Sonar

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
Gameplay
4.0
Aesthetics
5.0
Performance
5.0

I love magic mods. I love the sense of fantasy they install and the exploration and lore, everything about them. But sadly many magic mods feel kind of samey. But Spectrum is unique. It's got a phenomenal progression system, powered by Revelationary, so that you're constantly discovering new things and fulfilling a sense of wonder. The art is incredible for the most part, everything feels so vibrant and polished. It's awesome to craft and discover new things, and explore the various new structures and eventually uncover an entirely new world. From simply satisfying decoration, to committing terrorism and other war crimes, this mod has a lot to explore. That said, there are a few things stopping me from saying this mod is truly perfect

  • The mod is a work in progress which can be seen, particularly in some of the structures and worldgen. The structures they add can feel pretty repetitive, with very few options for variation. Additionally, the dimension can feel really annoying to explore, without a tonne of variety and entering the dimension is a bit of a slog.
  • It adds a lot of overpowered gear and items but doesn't actually have anything that justifies it. It can get pretty overpowered quite quickly and the threats it adds aren't really enough to justify it. Especially when it gets to the point where a pickaxe is doing more damage than a netherite sword.
  • Using it with WTHIT/Jade and Xaero's can sometimes accidentally reveal stuff you shouldn't know, which makes it a bit disappointing to have the surprise ruined and break immersion.

All in all though, the above isn't nearly enough to disregard how much it does well. It's so, so close to being an absolute masterpiece. If I could give it 4.8 stars I would, but for now, 4/5.

1
0
4.0
Sonar

Reputation ranks

Explorer 0 pts ←
Contributor 100 pts
Guide 500 pts
Veteran 1,500 pts
Luminary 4,000 pts

Ranks only ever go up; points can drop but your rank stays.

About reputation ranks
Total 1,000 hrs MC 1.18, 1.1… MC 1.18, 1.19, 1.20
1
0