SMX - By Sirillion

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (10,471 endorsements) 📥 1.4M downloads 📌 vv2.6.14.0 📅 8/26/2016
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By Sirillion - sphereii - TormentedEmu - Laydor · User Interface

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 4/20/2026 📅 Created: 8/26/2016
⚠️ Potentially Incompatible — Recent Game Update

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⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1📦 SMXcore Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #1 of 66 User Interface mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

// GREETINGS //

Welcome to the new and improved SMX series for 7 Days to Die

The goal with this mod is to give the entire 7 Days to Die user interface an extreme makeover an refashion it into how I believe the user interface for the game should be experienced. SMX consist of several modlets which can be broken down into three separate mods: SMXhud, SMXmenu and SMXui. These are all stand alone and can be used separately or, as is the intention, together with the other two and all three mods combined is what makes the SMX experience complete!

In addition we have the core, the main modlet if you will, SMXcore. This is a library modlet and even though it makes very little changes on its own it holds all the assets that the other mods need to function. Because of this it is a mandatory modlet that will need to be downloaded and installed no matter which of the other ones you choose to use.

SMX tries to create an experience as close up towards the vanilla user interface as possible. With little to no changes that can disrupt the balance of the game. The only exception being the extra slot on the crafting queue which is there to make the design fit and hardly disrupts game balance!

Then we have the optional modlets. We are aware that some people want the extra bling bling, and as such we offer these as optional downloads that can be installed alongside the main modlets from each series to expand upon the features from vanilla. We offer official optional downloads such as: Target Health Bar, Bigger Bags and a Third Forge Slot.

Other optional modlets and compatibility patches might become available from other mod authors.

We hope you will enjoy playing 7 Days to Die with the new experience that SMX brings to the table.

- The SMX team.

// TERMS OF USE //

  • []You are allowed to use these modlets as is for your own personal use and/or on a server you run and/or administrate.[/]

    []You are under no circumstance allowed to distribute any SMX and/or ZMX branded modlets without written consent from the main developer.[/]

    []If you wish to distribute SMX and/or ZMX branded modlets as part of your own project and consent have been given you are required to do so in such a way so that all the files of the SMX and/or ZMX modlet or modlets in question remain unaltered and you cannot under any circumstance claim credit for creating the modlet or modlets or any of the files provided with it/them.[/]

    []If consent is given you are required to make any changes as a new modlet that injects into the modlet in question and keeping load order in mind it is to be named so that it loads AFTER the original modlet. The original modlet shall be distributed as is with no change to its files what so ever.[/]

    []If consent is given it is only given on a case to case basis and those that receive consent cannot pass that consent on to another party or project. Nor will the consent pass on to other creators that opt to include consented work into their project.[/]

    []You are not allowed to use any of the assets bundled with SMX and/or ZMX branded modlets in other projects. This restriction applies to all files that the SMX and/or ZMX modlets consist of. EXCEPTION: The content of the Harmony folder is to be considered open source and can be used freely as long as the original credit comments within the files are not removed or altered other than adding to.[/]

    []You are required to seek special consent from the main developer should you wish to make changes to any asset files provided with the SMX and/or ZMX branded modlets.[/]

    []You are required to inform the main developer when your project that contains any SMX and/or ZMX modlet or modlets have been made available to the public.[/]

    // MEET THE TEAM //

    As of A20 I decided to move SMX into the lands of Harmony and with that digging even deeper into what we can do with modding the game. This requires knowledge that I do not possess enough of to be able to continue working on this on my own. As a result the team has grown and we have added some supernerds that know this stuff.

    [*]Main Credits: Sirillion (main developer/designer/xml/coding), sphereii (coding), TormentedEmu (coding)

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

SMX is a comprehensive user interface overhaul for 7 Days to Die, consisting of three standalone mods (SMXhud, SMXmenu, SMXui) and a mandatory core library. It aims to provide a vanilla-like experience with minimal balance changes, while offering optional modlets like Target Health Bar, Bigger Bags, and a Third Forge Slot.

✨ Key Features

Complete UI makeover for 7 Days to Die, divided into three standalone mods: SMXhud, SMXmenu, and SMXui.
SMXcore is a mandatory library modlet that holds all assets required by the other mods.
Designed to stay close to the vanilla UI with minimal balance changes, except for an extra crafting queue slot.
Optional modlets available, including Target Health Bar, Bigger Bags, and a Third Forge Slot.
All three main mods can be used separately or together for the full SMX experience.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High community trust with 10,471 endorsements.
  • Massive popularity with 1.4 million downloads.
  • Regular updates, last updated in April 2026.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires SMXcore as a mandatory dependency for all mods.
  • Multiple modlets may increase installation complexity.
  • Optional modlets are separate downloads, adding to setup steps.
🎯 Is This For You?
This mod is for 7 Days to Die players who want a polished, vanilla-friendly UI overhaul with optional enhancements. It's ideal for those who appreciate a cohesive visual redesign without major gameplay changes. Players who prefer minimal mod dependencies or are looking for a single-file install might find the multi-modlet structure overwhelming.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Start by installing SMXcore first, as it is required for all other SMX mods.
  • Decide whether you want the full experience (all three mods) or just specific parts like SMXhud.
  • Check for optional modlets and compatibility patches from other authors to expand functionality.

📊 Mod Details

Game
7 Days To Die Mods
Author
Sirillion - sphereii - TormentedEmu - Laydor
Version
v2.6.14.0
Downloads
1,414,126
Endorsements
10,471
Category
User Interface
Created
8/26/2016
Updated
4/20/2026

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