Quest Helper
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #131 of 382 Gameplay Mechanics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod implements some simple QoL additions to quests.
It adds quest markers (like the one in front of Pierre's) to NPCs if you have items to deliver to them (only if the item is in your inventory) or if you are supposed to talk to them.
It adds quest markers to monsters you are supposed to kill.
It adds location and weather info to fishing quest descriptions to help you find fish.
It adds item crafting and cooking data to quests that involve specific items.
It adds the names of everyone you have still to talk to for socializing quests like Introductions.
Config
This mod implements a GMCM menu for in-game config editing.
Technical
Code is at https://github.com/aedenthorn/StardewValleyMods/
Quest Helper adds markers to NPC quest targets, fish finding info for fishing quests, crafting and cooking info for item quests, and names to socializing quests. It's a quality-of-life mod for players who want clearer quest guidance, with 342 endorsements and 116,889 downloads, last updated June 2026.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (116,889) shows it's widely used.
- 342 endorsements from the community.
- Covers multiple quest types: NPC, fishing, item, and socializing.
⚠️ Cons
- No compatibility notes for other mods or game versions.
- Last updated June 2026 — may not be updated for future game patches.
For players who get lost tracking quest objectives and want on-screen help. Also for completionists who hate guessing where to fish or what to craft. Skip if you prefer vanilla challenge or want a more immersive experience without UI aids.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a mod loader like BepInEx or MelonLoader — if so, install that first.
- If the game has an in-game mod menu, look for Quest Helper settings to toggle which markers show.
- Test with a simple quest first to see how the markers appear before relying on them.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- aedenthorn
- Version
- 0.3.3
- Downloads
- 116,889
- Endorsements
- 342
- Category
- Gameplay Mechanics
- Created
- 1/11/2026
- Updated
- 6/13/2026
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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🔧 How to Install Stardew Valley Mods
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