S.O.N.A.R
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- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #5 of 70 neoforge mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Subsurface Ore Navigation & Analysis Radar (S.O.N.A.R.) S.O.N.A.R. is an industrial-grade scanning system designed for efficient underground resource detection and geological analysis. This mod introduces a modular ore scanning device that allows players to locate underground mineral deposits. Built with an industrial aesthetic and designed to integrate naturally into tech-based modpacks, S.O.N.A.R. focuses on progression, upgrades, and precision. 🔎 Core Features Handheld industrial ore scanner Modular upgrade system (Range, Biome, Structures) Energy-based operation and balanced progression Clean, realistic industrial design 🔗 Cross-Mod Compatibility S.O.N.A.R. is built with compatibility in mind.The scanner automatically detects ores added by other mods, making it fully usable in large modpacks. Whether it’s new metals, gems, or custom resource blocks, S.O.N.A.R. can analyze and locate them as long as they are registered as world-generated ores. This ensures seamless integration with technology, automation, and expansion mods. 🚧 Planned Features Future updates are planned to expand scanning capabilities beyond ores: Structure detection (villages, dungeons, strongholds, etc.) Biome scanning Multi-layer geological mapping - WIP Advanced late-game modules Deeper integration with energy systems ⚙️ Design Philosophy S.O.N.A.R. focuses on believable industrial technology and modular progression. It rewards investment in upgrades and energy infrastructure rather than offering instant, overpowered scanning. Built for players who enjoy structured progression, automation, and technical gameplay.
Subsurface Ore Navigation & Analysis Radar (S. O. N. A. R.)
S. O. N. A. R. is an industrial-grade scanning system designed for efficient underground resource detection and geological analysis. This mod introduces a modular ore scanning device that allows players to locate underground mineral deposits. Built with an industrial aesthetic and designed to integrate naturally into tech-based modpacks, S. O. N. A. R. focuses on progression, upgrades, and precision.
🔎 Core Features
Handheld industrial ore scanner Modular upgrade system (Range, Biome, Structures) Energy-based operation and balanced progression Clean, realistic industrial design
🔗 Cross-Mod Compatibility
S. O. N. A. R. is built with compatibility in mind. The scanner automatically detects ores added by other mods, making it fully usable in large modpacks. Whether it’s new metals, gems, or custom resource blocks, S. O. N. A. R. can analyze and locate them as long as they are registered as world-generated ores. This ensures seamless integration with technology, automation, and expansion mods.
🚧 Planned Features
Future updates are planned to expand scanning capabilities beyond ores:
Structure detection (villages, dungeons, strongholds, etc.) Biome scanning Multi-layer geological mapping - WIP Advanced late-game modules Deeper integration with energy systems
⚙️ Design Philosophy
S. O. N. A. R. focuses on believable industrial technology and modular progression. It rewards investment in upgrades and energy infrastructure rather than offering instant, overpowered scanning. Built for players who enjoy structured progression, automation, and technical gameplay.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Minecraft Mods
- Author
- MIK0os
- Version
- 1.0.5
- Downloads
- 928
- Endorsements
- 5
- Category
- neoforge
- Created
- 4/29/2026
- Updated
- 5/23/2026
- Game Versions
- 1.21.1
- Tags
- technology
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which Minecraft Mods versions does S.O.N.A.R support?
The author lists 1.21.1. Other versions may work but are untested by the author.
What is the latest version of S.O.N.A.R?
Version 1.0.5, published 2026-05-23 with 928 downloads recorded at the source.
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