Brixel vs Pastello
Brixel
patreon.comPastello
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| Figure | Brixel | Pastello |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1/mo | €6/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 7 |
| Spec score · Minecraft Resource Packs | 8.5 (#5) | 8.4 (#7) |
| Compatibility | The maker lists compatibility with Minecraft Java Edition, Bedrock Edition, Vibrant Visuals, RTX, and shaders. | Pastello is described as fully compatible with SEUS PTGI and compliant with labPBR standards. |
| Product | Brixel is a Minecraft resource pack that redesigns the game world, blocks, mobs, sounds, and interface as a miniature brick-built universe. | Pastello is a stylized Minecraft texture pack designed to retain usability during gameplay. |
| Updates | The maker says patrons receive frequent updates and can influence development by voting in polls about blocks or features. | The paid resolution tiers list monthly updates and lifetime access. |
Plans
Brixel
- Brixel Free - Java & Bedrock$1 a month
- Brixel Brick Enthusiast - Java & Bedrock$4 a month
- Brixel Brick Architect - Java & Bedrock$8 a month
- Brixel Brick Smelter - Java & Bedrock$12 a month
Pastello
- Pastello LiteFree
- Pastello Full 720p€6 a month
- Pastello Full 1080p€10 a month
- Pastello Full 4K€25 a month
- Pastello 1080pPrice not published
- Pastello 4KPrice not published
- Pastello 720pPrice not published
In their own words
Brixel
Brixel is a Minecraft resource pack that redesigns the game’s world, blocks, mobs, sounds, and interface as a miniature brick-built universe. It uses 3D textures with physical studs and adds custom models for blocks, mobs, and tools, along with a stylized interface and brick-like sound effects. The maker lists compatibility with Minecraft Java Edition and Bedrock Edition, Vibrant Visuals, RTX, and shaders. Resolution options range from x64 to x512, with access varying by patron tier; all listed tiers include Java and Bedrock editions. Plans cost 1.00 USD, 4.00 USD, 8.00 USD, or $12 a month, plus VAT. The Bedrock RTX version is described for PCs supporting Minecraft RTX or BetterRTX, and the latest Minecraft Preview with experimental Renderdragon shader features. Its Bedrock launch was described as Early Access, with some assets still needing polishing and additions. For Brixel 3.3, the maker recommends Minecraft 1.21.4 with OptiFine; newer versions through Iris may omit some custom models. Patrons receive frequent updates and can vote on development choices.
Pastello
Pastello is a Minecraft texture pack made in Italy by Matteo Rizzo. It uses stylized textures intended to remain recognizable during gameplay, with a free Lite edition and paid Full resolutions. Pastello Lite is free at 128x and includes normal and specular maps, with an ad-supported download. Full 720p costs €6.00 per month, Full 1080p €10.00 per month, and Full 4K €25.00 per month. These paid tiers list higher-resolution textures, normal and specular maps, Parallax Occlusion, Optifine features, monthly updates, lifetime access and ad-free downloads. The maker describes physically accurate reflections and compatibility with SEUS PTGI and labPBR standards. A shader pack is required for the 3D effect and screenshot appearance. Pastello requires a very powerful PC, so the maker recommends trying Lite before Full. The project remains unfinished, with textures still being added. Digital products are for personal use, and downloadable sales are final and non-refundable.