Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes]
For players who love the organizational power of FTB Quests but crave the clean, familiar aesthetic of vanilla Minecraft advancements, Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] is the perfect bridge. This resource pack transforms the quest interface by swapping out the default FTB Quests shape textures for ones that mirror the classic advancement toasts and icons. It is an add-on designed to complement the main Journalistic FTB Quests+ pack, giving you a fully cohesive vanilla-themed questing experience without sacrificing any functionality.
What Is Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes]?
This is a specialized resource pack that retextures the visual elements of the FTB Quests mod. Instead of the standard geometric or stylized quest shapes, you get the iconic oval and square outlines that Minecraft uses for its advancement system. The pack itself only changes shape textures, so you must also have the base Journalistic FTB Quests+ pack installed to overhaul the entire interface, including FTB Library, FTB Teams, and FTB Chunks. When loaded correctly, the result is a seamless blend of modded quest tracking and vanilla design language.
Key Features of the Classic Shapes Add-on
Vanilla Advancement Aesthetics
The core appeal is the visual consistency. Every quest icon, completed task, and locked node adopts the rounded, toast-like appearance of Minecraft advancements. This makes your modded quest book feel like a natural extension of the game rather than a third-party overlay. If you have ever wished that FTB Quests looked like the built-in achievement screen, this pack delivers exactly that.
Seamless Integration with FTB Quests
Because Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] is purely a texture replacement, it works instantly with any modpack that uses FTB Quests. There is no configuration needed beyond ensuring the pack loads after the main Journalistic FTB Quests+ resource pack. The shapes adapt dynamically to quest states—available, completed, locked, or repeatable—so you always have clear visual feedback.
Extra Shape Support
This add-on also supports the FTBQuests Extra Quest Shapes mod by providing matching vanilla-style textures for those additional shapes. You can either load this pack above the extra shapes pack to override its textures, or swap the files manually since both use the same naming convention. This flexibility means you can fine-tune the look to your exact preference.
How to Install Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] for Minecraft
Getting the classic vanilla look is straightforward. Follow these steps to install the pack correctly:
- Download the base pack first: You need the main Journalistic FTB Quests+ resource pack. You can find it on CurseForge or Modrinth. Without it, the shape textures will not have the full interface overhaul.
- Download Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes]: Grab the add-on from the same platforms. Make sure you get the version that matches your Minecraft release.
- Place both packs in your resourcepacks folder: Move the ZIP files into the
resourcepacksdirectory of your Minecraft instance. - Order them correctly: In the resource pack selection screen, move Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] above the main Journalistic FTB Quests+ pack. This ensures the shape textures override the default ones.
- Apply and enjoy: Load your world or server, open your quest book, and see the vanilla advancement shapes in action.
If you are using the foxygame.net launcher, the process is even simpler. The launcher’s add-on catalog includes Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] for one-click installation, automatically handling load order and version compatibility so you can start playing with the new look immediately.
Compatibility and Supported Versions
This resource pack is designed for the Java Edition of Minecraft and works on both Forge and Fabric loaders. It is compatible with any version where FTB Quests is available, which typically includes popular releases like 1.16.5, 1.18.2, 1.19.2, and 1.20.1. Since it only replaces textures, it does not conflict with other mods or resource packs, though you should always check load order when using multiple visual overhauls. The pack also plays nicely with shader mods and UI scaling options, maintaining crisp visuals at any resolution.
Why Choose This Add-on?
Many players find the default FTB Quests shapes functional but visually intrusive. Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] for Minecraft solves that by offering a subtle, familiar alternative. It is ideal for vanilla+ modpacks, skyblock adventures, or any setup where you want the quest system to blend into the background. The pack is lightweight, easy to install, and actively maintained with community feedback—the creator even runs polls to decide on features like removing the completion tick for a more authentic advancement feel.
Whether you are a modpack developer looking to unify your pack’s theme or a player who simply prefers the classic Minecraft look, this add-on is a must-have. Download Journalistic FTB Quests+ [Classic Shapes] today and give your quest book the vanilla makeover it deserves.