Don’t Starve Resource Pack 1.16 / 1.15

Don’t Starve resource pack is one of those creations that feels both surprising and exciting when you first come across it. Inspired by Klei Entertainment’s survival game Don’t Starve, this Minecraft texture pack takes a completely different approach from the usual cheerful or realistic packs that players are used to. The original Don’t Starve game is famous for its dark and eerie atmosphere where even surviving a single day can be a challenge. Everything about it conveys danger, from hostile creatures to the chilling reality that even the night itself can kill you if you are not prepared. The art style in Don’t Starve plays a big part in this mood. Its cartoonish yet unsettling graphics make the world feel quirky and menacing at the same time. The Don’t Starve texture pack is not an official crossover and has no direct link to Klei Entertainment. Instead it was created by a fan of both games, the talented BooBoogolem, who wanted to merge the atmosphere of Don’t Starve with the blocky charm of Minecraft. The result is a set of textures that reimagine the familiar Minecraft world through the same stylized and dark lens that makes Don’t Starve so iconic. Blocks, items, tools, and weapons all carry that slightly twisted hand drawn look. If you have played Don’t Starve before, you will instantly recognize the resemblance, and if not, a quick glance at screenshots is enough to understand the aesthetic direction. What sets this pack apart from many others is its resolution. Don’t Starve texture pack for Minecraft comes in a crisp 128x resolution, which is far above the default 16x Minecraft textures. This increase in detail makes the designs sharper and allows the hand drawn look to stand out.

Featured video:

The trade off is that players will need stronger hardware to run it smoothly. Older or low end systems might struggle with performance, especially if paired with shaders or other demanding modifications. However, if your computer can handle it, the payoff is worth it. The darker tones, stylized drawings, and eerie yet cartoon like feel bring a completely new personality to the game. The pack does not simply aim to make Minecraft darker. It captures that unique blend of gloom and whimsy that Don’t Starve is known for. Wooden planks, stone blocks, and natural textures look aged and worn, while items like swords, pickaxes, and tools carry sketchy outlines that give them character. The overall effect is immersive and transforms the mood of survival gameplay into something more challenging and atmospheric. It is particularly appealing for players who enjoy Minecraft’s survival mode and want to experience it with a different emotional tone. Don’t Starve resource pack proves how creative the Minecraft community can be. It bridges two games with very different mechanics and art styles and manages to combine them into something cohesive and enjoyable. Whether you are a longtime fan of Klei’s survival masterpiece or simply curious about how Minecraft looks with a darker and more stylized texture pack, this pack is well worth trying. Just make sure your hardware can keep up because the level of detail in 128x resolution demands more than the average texture pack.

Don’t Starve should be compatible with all of these Minecraft versions: 1.16.5 - 1.16.4 - 1.16.3 - 1.16.2 - 1.16.1 - 1.16 - 1.15.2 - 1.15.1 - 1.15 - 1.14.4 - 1.14.3 - 1.14.2 - 1.14 - 1.13.2 - 1.13.1 - 1.13

Don’t Starve — Screenshots

How to install Don’t Starve Resource Pack:

  1. Most resource packs require Optifine, so be sure to download and install it. – general recommended step for all packs, Optifine is also needed for most shaders
  2. Download the Don’t Starve texture pack for Minecraft from the download section below. – if there are many different versions, just choose the one you like, is compatible with your version/edition of Minecraft, the one you think your computer can handle in terms of performance.
  3. Launch the game client through the Minecraft launcher.
  4. On the main menu, click "Options".
  5. On the options menu, click "Resource Packs...".
  6. Click on "Open Resource Pack Folder". – folder titled "resourcepacks" will pop up
  7. Move the .zip file you downloaded in the first step to the newly opened "resourcepacks" folder.
  8. Click "Done".
  9. Click on "Resource Packs..." again.
  10. Your pack should have appeared in the left window, just hover over it and click on the arrow pointing to the right.

    QUICK TIP: Sometimes, when activating a pack, the game may say that the pack is made for a newer or older version of Minecraft. This is just a warning, it does not affect your gameplay in anyway, and you can still activate and enjoy the pack by simply clicking the "Yes" button when prompted.

  11. Click "Done" again.
  12. The pack has now been successfully loaded and ready to be used in your world!

Don’t Starve - Comparison Slider #1

Comparison slider #1 for those who want to compare vanilla Minecraft without any texture packs installed (on the left) with Minecraft using this particular texture pack (on the right).

Vanilla

Don’t Starve Texture Pack Download

  • Credit for the creation of Don’t Starve goes to BooBoogolem.
  • We never modify or edit resource packs in any way. None of the resource packs, shader mods or tools you see on this website are hosted on our servers. We use only official download links provided by official authors. Therefore, they are completely safe and secure.
  • Since the links are official and we update them manually - the links may stop working with each new update. We make every effort to update links as quickly as possible and usually we update everything on time and users have no problems, but if suddenly any link stops working - let us know through the comments below.
  • Don't forget to leave a comment below and vote for the pack. By doing this, you help the author(s) keep improving the project. If you want to support the author(s), be sure to check the author links just below the download links.
DOWNLOAD LINKS

Java Edition:

 [128x] [1.16.x – 1.15.x] Download Don’t Starve Resource Pack

 [128x] [1.14.x – 1.13.x] Download Don’t Starve Resource Pack

Download instructions:

Curseforge: download starts automatically after a few seconds;

Mediafire: click the big blue button with the text "DOWNLOAD";

Google Drive: in the top right corner you will see a small download icon (down arrow), click it and the download should start;

8 votes

Rate the Don’t Starve

Look.. 8 users have already liked this pack. Give a diamond if you like it too!

AUTHOR LINKS BooBoogolem
Author: BooBoogolem
Last updated: 6 September 2025
Resolution:128x
Category: CartoonThemed
Compatibility: Java

Leave a reply

0 comments

Comments regarding "incompatibility message" will no longer be approved as the "incompatibility message" can be easily ignored by simply clicking "Yes" when prompted, or read our article How to fix «made for older version» problem with most resource packs?
Links in comments are not allowed. Comments containing links will be removed.
Before commenting that the resource pack crashed your game, google your crash log. This is usually a graphic card driver issue.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *