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Explorer's Compass

Allows you to locate structures anywhere in the world.

ModsFree1.18 – 26.x
by Chaosyr · listed from Modrinth
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Direct download from Modrinth · 12,529,184 downloads

Explorer's Compass screenshot 1Explorer's Compass screenshot 2

What it does

Explorer's Compass is a mod made by Chaosyr. Allows you to locate structures anywhere in the world.

It supports Minecraft 1.18 – 26.x. It has been downloaded 12,529,184 times on Modrinth. The last update came out on Oct 5, 2026.

Supported versions

26.x1.211.201.191.18

Release history

Explorer's Compass has had 71 releases on Modrinth since Sep 15, 2023. 19 of them came out in the past year. The newest is 26.3-3.3.2-neoforge, released on Oct 4, 2026. It is made for Minecraft 26.3. It runs on NeoForge. The download is 169 KB.

VersionReleasedMinecraftType
26.3-3.3.2-neoforgeOct 4, 202626.3Release
26.3-3.3.1-neoforgeSep 19, 202626.3Release
26.3-2.5.2-fabricSep 19, 202626.3Release
26.2-3.3.0-neoforgeJun 17, 202626.2Release
26.2-2.5.1-fabricJun 17, 202626.2Release
Description from the author on Modrinth

Explorer's Compass is an item that allows you to locate structures anywhere in the world. If you're looking for a compass that can locate biomes, check out Natures's Compass.

Features

  • Right-click with the Explorer's Compass to open a GUI through which you can select a structure or group of structures to search for
  • Shift-right-click to reset the compass state
  • Information about a structure search is displayed on the HUD
  • When the compass is not pointing at a structure, it will point at the world spawn
  • Supports all registered structures, both vanilla and modded
  • Adjust properties like maximum search radius and blacklisted structures in the config file

Images

Information about a located structure is displayed on the HUD

The compass GUI, through which you can select a structure to search for

Recipe

The crafting recipe for the Explorer's Compass

Modpacks

Yes, you can use this mod in your modpack.

Support

If you enjoy the mod and would like to support the project, feel free to leave a donation on PayPal. Support is greatly appreciated!

Sponsor

This project is sponsored by BisectHosting. If you're looking for a server, check out their hosting plans and use promo code *Chaos* at checkout to get 25% off your first month!

Written by Chaosyr. Read it with pictures on Modrinth.

How to install Explorer's Compass

  1. This mod is needed on both the server and every player who joins.

  2. Install Fabric, Forge and NeoForge for Minecraft 1.18 – 26.x.

  3. Download the .jar file from Modrinth and put it in the mods folder of your .minecraft directory.

  4. Start Minecraft with the Fabric profile.

  5. With the CraftRank Launcher you can skip these steps: open Mods, search for Explorer's Compass and click Install.

Compatibility

Minecraft versions
26.x, 1.21, 1.20, 1.19, 1.18
Runs on
Fabric, Forge, NeoForge
Where it runs
Client and server
Edition
Java
Needs
Nothing else
License
CC BY
Price
Free
Upkeep
Actively updated (Nov 10, 2026)

Explorer's Compass compared with similar ones Compare all alternatives

ResourceDownloadsVersionsLast updatePrice
Explorer's Compassthe one you looked at12.5M1.18 – 26.xOct 5, 2026Free
Nature's CompassChaosyr27.5M1.12 – 26.xOct 5, 2026Free
LumyMonLUMYVERSE4.8M1.21Jul 11, 2026Free
Dungeons and TavernsNovaWostra22.2M1.19 – 26.x10 days agoFree

Questions

Does Explorer's Compass work on Minecraft 26.x?

Yes. Explorer's Compass supports Minecraft 26.x. All supported versions: 26.x, 1.21, 1.20, 1.19, 1.18.

Is Explorer's Compass free?

Yes. Explorer's Compass is free to download from Modrinth.

Is Explorer's Compass client-side or server-side?

Both. The server and every player need Explorer's Compass installed.

Is Explorer's Compass still updated?

Yes. The last update came out in the past day.

What are the best alternatives to Explorer's Compass?

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