Colored Map Blips

⭐ ⭐ (679 endorsements) 📥 94,758 downloads 📌 v. 📅 5/28/2015
⚪ Last updated 2016

By Polopai · misc

⬇ Download Mod Source: GTA5-Mods.com 📅 Updated: 1/24/2016 📅 Created: 5/28/2015
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ Script Hook V — Script Hook V Download ↗
2🛠️ Script Hook V .NET — Script Hook V .NET Download ↗
3🧩 OpenIV — OpenIV (archive tool) Download ↗

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
  • 🏆 #74 of 665 misc mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Colored Map Blips 1. 0 1. 0 (current) 94,757 downloads , May 28, 2015 This file is safe " data-content=" This file has been scanned for viruses and is safe to download. " class="fa fa-shield vt-version"> More mods by Polopai : Misc Texture Radio HUD 4. 67 9,213 128 Colorful Radio 1. 0 By Polopai Misc Texture HUD 5. 0 62,535 620 Colored Weapon Icons 3. 1 By Polopai Misc Texture Radio Weapons HUD 4. 82 40,971 599 Colorful Icons (Radio + Weapons) 1. 3 By Polopai Misc Texture Radio Map HUD Featured 4. 75 104,434 903 Colorful HUD (Weapons, Radio & Map Blips) By Polopai More mods in misc category: Graphics 338 5 visualsettings.dat realistic light 1. 0 By SUPERDAMIGS10 Support Config 924 11 DLC Cars + Realistic Prices for ImNotMental's PDM 2. 0 By FlyingFlag Graphics 4. 97 14,334 154 No Chromatic aberration & Lens distortion 1. 71 By VenJam1n 94,758 Downloads 679 Likes 4. 73 / 5 stars (20 votes) This mod colors the map blips/icons so we don't have to look at the same old boring black and white blips. If you like this mod, consider downloading my other mod that combines all my coloring mods: • Colored Weapon Icons • Colored Radio Icons • Colored Map Blips Download here: INSTALLATION: 1. Download OpenIV from www.openiv.com, install it and open GTA V for Windows. 2. Go to mods/update/update.rpf/x64/patch/data/cdimages/scaleform_minimap.rpf 3. Click on the "Edit Mode" button on the top bar. 4. Then click on the green plus icon that says "Add new file" and import the 'minimap.ytd' provided by this mod (you can find these files inside the 'Modded YTD' folder). 5. Close OpenIV and start the game! NOTE: Make sure you have the latest version of ScriptHookV, otherwise the game will crash when you try to run it. Also, make sure to enable the ASI Loader and OpenIV.asi through OpenIV in order to enable the game to read modified .rpf files. To do so, run OpenIV and go to Tools > ASI Manager and install ASI Loader and OpenIV.asi WARNING: Even though these are just texture mods, you can still get banned for playing online with them, so avoid going into Online mode while using this mod or any other mod. Backup files included. 1. 0 • Updated the mod to the latest version of GTA V (Festive Surprise of 2015) • Tweaked some icons and colors 0. 9 • Changed the color of the Ammu-Nation blip back to red 0. 8 • Colored the Tow Trucking missions blip • Colored Trevor's Dune Buggy missions blip • Colored Trevor's Air Trafficking missions blip • Colored the Rampage missions blip • Colored the Altruist Camp blip • Colored the Epsilon logo blip 0. 7 • Colored the Offroad/ATV Race blip • Colored the Stock/Street Race blip • Colored the Bicycle Race blip • Colored the Foot Race blip • Colored the Sea Race blip • Colored the Air Race blip • Colored the Flag icon 0. 6 • Colored the Shrink blip • Colored the Speech Bubble blip • Colored the Parachute blip • Colored the Masks Shop blip • Colored the Barber Shop blip • Colored the Vehicle Impound blip 0. 5 • Colored the Tenis blip • Colored the G

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Colored Map Blips is a simple Fallout 4 mod that recolors map markers for better visibility. It has 679 endorsements and nearly 95,000 downloads, indicating popularity. The mod is lightweight and easy to install, making it a quick quality-of-life improvement for players who struggle to distinguish map icons.

✨ Key Features

Recolors map blips for improved visibility.
Simple installation with no complex requirements.
Compatible with the base game and likely other map mods.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Nearly 95k downloads and 679 endorsements—clearly a community favorite.
  • Tiny file size means zero performance hit.
  • One-and-done install; no fiddly config needed.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2016—might not be tested with newer game patches.
  • Only recolors blips; doesn't add new markers or change map UI.
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter map icons or HUD.
🎯 Is This For You?
This is for players who find the default map markers hard to distinguish at a glance, especially in cluttered areas. It's also great for modders who want a clean, unobtrusive map enhancement without extra features.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use a HUD overhaul, install this mod before it to avoid overwriting map icon textures.
  • Check the mod's comment section for any reported conflicts with popular map mods like 'Map Marker Overhaul'.

📊 Mod Details

Game
GTA V Mods
Author
Polopai
Version
.
Downloads
94,758
Endorsements
679
Category
misc
Created
5/28/2015
Updated
1/24/2016

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