NPC Location Compass

stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements

NPC Location Compass is a user interface mod that displays NPCs and players on-screen with compass needles indicating direction and distance. It has 1,629 endorsements and 60,891 downloads, last updated in March 2026. Ideal for players who want to track characters easily.

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Syntax

User Interface

Example

Downloads: 60,891 | Endorsements: 1,629

💡 Notes

By Bouhm and Pathoschild | v1.5.3 | 1,629 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

If you're using SMAPI, just drop the mod folder into your Mo

If you're using SMAPI, just drop the mod folder into your Mods directory—no extra setup needed.

Check the in-game settings to see if you can toggle the comp

Check the in-game settings to see if you can toggle the compass on/off or adjust its opacity.

Pair with a map mod for even better navigation—this compass

Pair with a map mod for even better navigation—this compass is a great complement.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Community favorite with 1,629 endorsements and 60k+ downloads.
Simple UI addition that makes tracking NPCs a breeze.
Actively maintained—last updated March 2026.

👎 Cons

No detailed feature list beyond the basics—what you see is what you get.
May clutter the screen if many NPCs are nearby.
No mention of configuration options—could be limited in customization.

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