NPC Map Locations
stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements
NPC Map Locations is a highly popular Stardew Valley UI mod that displays NPCs and players on the map, with an optional minimap. It has 333,380 endorsements and 14.1 million downloads, last updated in April 2026, making it a must-have for players who want to track character positions easily.
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Downloads: 14,055,715 | Endorsements: 333,380💡 Notes
By Bouhm and Pathoschild | v3.5.2 | 333,380 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Install SMAPI first, then drop the mod folder into your Stardew Valley Mods directory.
Use the config file to toggle the minimap and adjust its position to your liking.
If you use other map mods, check for compatibility patches to avoid overlaps.
🔧 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
- Massive community trust: 333,380 endorsements and 14.1 million downloads.
- Essential for tracking NPC schedules and finding characters fast.
- Active development, updated recently (April 2026).
👎 Cons
- Requires SMAPI to run, so you'll need to set that up first.
- May conflict with other map mods if you use them.
- No detailed feature list provided, so you'll need to test the minimap options yourself.