Compatibility
Minecraft: Java Edition
Platforms
Supported environments
Details
Formerly known as FabricSkyBoxes, Nuit is a powerful and flexible custom skybox engine for Minecraft.
It goes far beyond OptiFineâs skybox system, offering rich features like keyframe-based transitions, rotation, custom weather rendering, and now full support for both Fabric and NeoForge!
Design immersive skies with dynamic day/night cycles, custom fog, sunrise/sunset glow, and more â all backed by a robust, extensible skybox format.
â ď¸ Nuit is currently in beta. Some features may evolve over time. Feedback is welcome!
đ View the Wiki and Format Documentation â
đ§Ş Source Code on GitHub
⨠Showcase
Hyper Realistic Sky by UsernameGeri

Awesome Skies by heyman

Kal's Grimdark Sky Pack by Kalam0n

đ§ Features
- đ Fabric and NeoForge support (multiloader architecture)
- đ Keyframeable
fadeandrotationtransitions - đ Custom sunrise, sunset, night, and weather rendering
- đŤď¸ Fog customization per skybox
- đď¸ Modular, JSON-based config system
- đŚ Optimized texture loading and runtime performance
đ Skybox Format
Nuit uses a custom JSON-based format designed for flexibility and future-proofing.
You can create highly detailed and dynamic skyboxes with precise control over how and when they're rendered.
đ Learn how to create your own: Wiki Format Documentation
â Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use OptiFine/MCPatcher skybox packs?
Nuit does not support those formats natively. Use tools like MCPatcherPatcher++ or Nuit Interop to convert them. -
Is it modpack friendly?
Yes! Nuit is licensed under MIT and fully modpack-compatible. -
What happened to FabricSkyBoxes?
FabricSkyBoxes has been rebranded to Nuit to reflect its expanded scope beyond Fabric.
đŹ Community & Support
- đĄ Feature suggestions & issue tracker
- đ¨ď¸ Join our Discord for help, discussion, and previews.
Breathe new life into your Minecraft skies â with Nuit đ


