This report details the nature of "Xray Texture Packs" within the context of the web-based voxel game Bloxd.io . Unlike traditional Minecraft, which allows the manual installation of resource packs, Bloxd.io utilizes a browser-based architecture that restricts file modifications. Consequently, "texture packs" in this context refer to external browser extensions (userscripts) or modifications rather than simple image file replacements. These tools are widely used to locate ores and hidden bases but violate the game's Terms of Service.
: Some packs also modify the skybox or UI to improve overall clarity in dark underground caves. How to Install an X-Ray Texture Pack
– Unlike single-player Minecraft, Bloxd.io runs entirely in your web browser with most critical data (including block locations) processed on the server. A simple texture pack cannot override what the server sends to your screen. In practice, genuine “X-ray” is impossible in Bloxd.io because the game doesn’t send information about hidden blocks until they are legitimately exposed.
If you enjoy customization, stick to cosmetic texture packs that don’t alter gameplay mechanics. Always respect the server’s rules and the spirit of the game.
The use of Xray packs creates a divide in the player base.
The community and developers have mixed views on X-Ray texture packs:
: Using X-Ray in competitive or public survival servers may still lead to manual bans if moderators catch you mining directly toward hidden ores.
It is a common misconception that an "Xray Texture Pack" for Bloxd.io functions identically to a Minecraft resource pack.