ESBE 3G Shader For MCPE 1.21.113

The ESBE 3G Shader for MCPE 1.21.113 has quickly become one of the most popular visual enhancement packs for Minecraft Pocket Edition. ESBE 2G has been the go-to shader for Minecraft PE for years now. Everyone uses it because it actually works without destroying your framerate. But there’s a newer version that not as many people know about yet – ESBE 3G.

I only found out about 3G like two months ago when I saw someone mention it in a Discord server. Thought it was fake at first because 2G still gets updated regularly. But nope, it’s real, and honestly it’s better than 2G in pretty much every way if your phone can handle it.

The jump from 2G to 3G isn’t massive like going from vanilla to shaders for the first time. It’s more refined. Water looks even better, lighting’s more realistic, shadows are softer. Small improvements that add up to your game looking noticeably prettier without the performance completely falling off a cliff.

What is ESBE 3G Shader for MCPE?

ESBE 3G is the third generation of the ESBE shader series made specifically for Minecraft Pocket Edition. Same developer as 2G, just more advanced rendering techniques. The main thing it does is overhaul lighting and water. Water has realistic wave animations and reflects the sky properly now. Not just a flat blue texture anymore – it actually moves and reacts to light. Underwater looks way better too with proper light filtering through the surface.

Lighting got the biggest upgrade from 2G in my opinion. Torches and other light sources have this softer glow that spreads more naturally. Sunlight during different times of day looks more realistic – sunrise and sunset especially look incredible. Shadows are smoother and don’t have those harsh edges vanilla has. The sky rendering is improved with better clouds and atmospheric effects. Clouds actually have some depth to them instead of being flat. Fog in the distance looks natural instead of just a harsh cutoff where chunks stop rendering.

How To Download ESBE 3G Shader for MCPE 1.21.113

Finding the actual download for 3G is harder than it should be because it’s not as widespread as 2G yet. Here’s where to actually get it. MCPEGuides has it but you gotta search specifically for “ESBE 3G” not just ESBE or you’ll get 2G results. The download page should say it supports 1.21.113 – if it doesn’t mention recent versions, you’re looking at an old post.

The file comes as a .mcpack which makes installation easy. Download it to your phone – use Safari on iOS, any browser works on Android but Chrome or built-in browser is safest. For Android: Once download finishes, open your file manager or just tap the notification. Find the .mcpack file in Downloads, tap it. Minecraft should open automatically and import the shader. You’ll get a popup saying import succeeded.

For iOS: Download with Safari, it goes to your Downloads folder in Files app. Open Files, find the ESBE_3G.mcpack file, tap it. Should ask if you want to open with Minecraft. Tap yes and it imports. If auto-import doesn’t work for some reason, you can do it manually. The file needs to go in Internal Storage/games/com.mojang/resource_packs on Android. On iOS it’s On My iPhone/Minecraft/games/com.mojang/resource_packs. Extract the mcpack (rename it to .zip first if needed) and put the folder there.

After importing, open Minecraft. Create a new world or edit an existing one. Scroll down to Global Resources or Resource Packs section. ESBE 3G should be in your Available packs list. Activate it by tapping it.

How To Install ESBE 3G Shader on MCPE 1.21.113

Once you’ve downloaded the ESBE 3G Shader pack, follow these installation steps:

Direct Installation Method

Locate the downloaded .mcpack file on your device
Tap the file to open it (Minecraft PE should launch automatically)
Wait for the “Import Started” message
Once you see “Import Successful,” the shader has been added to your game

Activating ESBE 3G Shader

After importing the shader, you need to activate it in your game:

Open Minecraft PE 1.21.113
Tap “Settings” then “Global Resources”
Find ESBE 3G Shader under “My Packs”
Tap the shader pack to activate it
Confirm by tapping “Apply” at the bottom of the screen

For a visual walkthrough of this process, visit our MCPE shader installation guide.

Optimizing ESBE 3G Shader Performance

While ESBE 3G is designed to be lightweight, you may want to adjust your game settings for the best performance:

Recommended Settings for ESBE 3G

For optimal performance with ESBE 3G Shader in MCPE 1.21.113:

Set render distance to 8-12 chunks
Enable “Fancy Graphics” in video settings
Turn on “Beautiful Skies” in video settings
Set “Graphics” to “Fancy” rather than “Fast”

If you’re experiencing lag, try our guide to improving MCPE performance for additional tips.

Device-Specific Recommendations

Different devices handle shaders differently:

Newer phones/tablets: Can run ESBE 3G at maximum settings
Mid-range devices: May need reduced render distance
Older devices: Consider using ESBE 2G instead, which is even lighter

Troubleshooting ESBE 3G Shader Issues

Experiencing problems with your ESBE 3G Shader in MCPE 1.21.113? Try these solutions:

If water looks glitchy, make sure “Fancy Bubbles” is enabled in video settings
For black screen issues, try disabling other resource packs
If experiencing crashes, check if your device meets the minimum requirements
For other visual glitches, try our fixing common shader problems guide

Comparing ESBE 3G With Other MCPE Shaders

ESBE 3G is one of several popular shaders for MCPE 1.21.113. Here’s how it compares:

ESBE 3G vs. SEUS PE: ESBE is lighter and runs better on most devices
ESBE 3G vs. Continuum Shader: ESBE offers better performance with slightly less visual fidelity
ESBE 3G vs. ESBE 2G: 3G has more features but requires slightly better hardware

For an in-depth comparison, check our MCPE shader comparison guide.

Final Thoughts on ESBE 3G Shader for MCPE

The ESBE 3G Shader for MCPE 1.21.113 offers an excellent balance between visual enhancement and performance. Unlike many PC shaders ported to mobile that cause lag and crashes, ESBE 3G was built specifically for Minecraft PE and it shows in its smooth operation.

Whether you’re building magnificent structures, exploring vast cave systems, or simply enjoying the sunrise over your survival world, ESBE 3G enhances every aspect of your MCPE 1.21.113 visual experience without demanding a high-end device.