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Stratum
What it is
Stratum is a Minecraft Java Edition resource pack from Continuum Graphics LLC, focused on realistic rendering and shader support. It supports physically based rendering materials, parallax occlusion mapping with compatible shaders, and normal and specular maps for surface detail and reflectivity. The pack is designed with Continuum shaders in mind and the maker says it takes steps to work with other popular shaders. Official game-version support runs from Minecraft 1.12.2 through 1.21.11, with a matching pack version required. OptiFine is required for textures to load properly; Iris may work but is not fully verified. A free 128×128 version is described as fully up to date with paid higher-resolution options. Paid one-time tiers include $5 for 256x, $15 for 256x and 512x, and $25 for 256x through 2048x, with future updates included. Stratum remains in Early Access, so some textures may be missing. Requirements vary sharply by resolution, from 4 GB VRAM and 8 GB RAM for 128x to more than 48 GB VRAM and 96 GB RAM for the latest 2048x build.
For and against
For
- Free 128×128 version available
- Supports PBR, POM, normal, and specular maps
- Officially supports versions 1.12.2 through 1.21.11
- Paid tiers include future updates
- Designed for Continuum shaders
Against
- Minecraft Java Edition only
- OptiFine is required for proper texture loading
- Early Access means some textures may be missing
- Highest resolution needs substantial hardware
The verdict
Stratum offers shader-oriented realism with a free entry version and paid higher resolutions. Compatibility depends on Java Edition, OptiFine, matching game versions, and hardware suited to the selected texture size.
Who it suits
It suits Minecraft Java Edition players seeking realistic textures with compatible shaders. Users should have OptiFine and hardware matching their chosen resolution.
Plans and prices
Stratum Tier 1
256x version
Read 8 Oct 2026 · checkout.continuum.graphics
Stratum Tier 2
256x · 512x
Read 8 Oct 2026 · checkout.continuum.graphics
Stratum Tier 3
256x · 512x · 1024x · 2048x
Read 8 Oct 2026 · checkout.continuum.graphics
Tier 1
256x version
Read 7 Oct 2026 · continuum.graphics
Tier 2
256x · 512x versions
Read 7 Oct 2026 · continuum.graphics
Tier 3
256x · 512x · 1024x · 2048x versions
Read 7 Oct 2026 · continuum.graphics
On the record
- Compatibility
- Stratum is compatible only with Minecraft Java Edition; the maker says OptiFine is required for textures to load properly, while Iris may work but is not fully verified.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Depth effects
- It supports Parallax Occlusion Mapping (POM) when used with a compatible shader pack.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Development status
- Stratum is an Early Access pack still in development, so some textures may be missing.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Free version
- A free 128×128 version is available and is described as up to date with the paid higher-resolution versions.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Game compatibility
- Stratum is compatible only with Minecraft Java Edition; Windows 10 and Pocket versions are not supported.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Game versions
- The FAQ says Stratum officially supports Minecraft 1.12.2 through 1.21.11.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Maker
- Continuum Graphics LLC describes itself as a small team of graphics developers and artists who mod games.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Maps
- The pack includes normal and specular maps for texture detail and reflectivity when used with compatible shaders.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- PBR textures
- The pack supports physically based rendering, which lets compatible shaders render light interacting with its textures.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- POM support
- Stratum includes parallax occlusion mapping, which uses height-map information to simulate 3D texture details with compatible shaders.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy and payment security
- The privacy policy says sensitive credit information is encrypted via SSL and transactions are processed through a gateway provider rather than stored or processed on the maker’s servers.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy and security
- The privacy policy says sensitive payment information is encrypted via SSL and transactions are processed through a gateway provider rather than stored or processed on the maker's servers.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Product
- Stratum is a high-quality Minecraft resource pack focused on realism and shader support.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Refunds
- The maker states that all sales are final because the products are digital and may be copied after download.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Rendering
- The pack supports physically based rendering (PBR) materials.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Required software
- Optifine is required for textures to load properly, while Iris may work but has not been fully tested or verified.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
- Shader compatibility
- Stratum is designed with Continuum shaders in mind, and the maker says it also takes steps to work with other popular Minecraft shaders.continuum.graphics · read 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker offers help by email or Discord for questions about projects, installation, and configuration.continuum.graphics · read 8 Oct 2026
