Release History
What changed in LumaClient
Direct release notes from each major build.
Major milestone release — LumaClient transitions into a full-featured FPS Boost Client and modern modding environment. Integrated rendering optimizations (Sodium + Lithium + ImmediatelyFast), smart JVM memory tuning, and zero stuttering chunk loading.
FPS Boost Suite & New Features
- Integrated FPS Boost Engine: one-click activation and configuration of state-of-the-art rendering modules (Sodium, Lithium, ImmediatelyFast, EntityCulling) right from the launcher.
- Smart JVM Memory Flags: automatic tuning of Aikar G1GC and ZGC flags tailored to your allocated RAM and CPU architecture.
- Updated Luma PvP & FPS HUD 5.0: reworked in-game overlay engine with zero FPS drops, live FPS/CPS counters, Keystrokes, Armor HUD, and Smooth Zoom under
C.
- Native Java 21 LTS & 1.21.4+ Support: upgraded runtime for maximum memory throughput and reduced micro-stuttering.
- Instant Modrinth (.mrpack) Import: streamlined dependency resolution without file conflicts.
Optimization & Stability
- 40%+ Faster Startup: rewritten JavaFX initialization and asynchronous version checks.
- Instance Profile Isolation: completely separated mod directories and configs per profile.
- Zero Telemetry Bloat: 100% clean distribution with no hidden background processes or trackers.
The largest update since the project started — adding Forge & NeoForge support, the built-in Luma PvP/FPS HUD suite, and custom offline skins.
New Features
- Forge & NeoForge: create Forge and NeoForge instances alongside Fabric and Vanilla.
- Luma In-Game Client (PvP & FPS): built-in FPS/CPS counter, Keystrokes WASD, Armor HUD, Smooth Zoom under
C, Fullbright, ToggleSprint, and XYZ coordinates.
- .mrpack Modpack Import: drag any
.mrpack file into the window to automatically set up an instance with mods.
- Offline Custom Skins: upload any local
.png skin (Classic Steve or Slim Alex) with 2D preview.
- QuickJoin & Session History: join servers directly from the home bar and track your total playtime (
session_history.json).
Improvements & Optimization
- Instance Directory Isolation: optional dedicated
.luma/instances/<name> folder per modpack.
- Buffered Console Logging: eliminated UI stutter during heavy modpack startup logs.
- Hardware RAM & JVM Presets: one-click profiles for laptops, balanced PCs, and heavy modpacks.
- Smart Accent Contrast: bright accent colors automatically switch button labels to dark text.
Introduced in 3.0
- Multiple independent instances side by side (Vanilla and Fabric).
- Named mod folder profiles shared across instances.
- In-app Modrinth mod browser with version filtering.
- Microsoft OAuth and offline accounts.
- Discord Rich Presence integration.
- AI crash log diagnostics.
- 3 base themes and 10 accent colors.
- Windows installer with bundled Java 21 LTS.
