Map Fog Of War Explore Radius

⭐ ⭐ (367 endorsements) 📥 9,507 downloads 📌 v0.7.5 📅 3/7/2021
🟡 Updated this year

By catcatcat · Utilities

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 3/1/2026 📅 Created: 3/7/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
1🛠️ BepInEx — BepInEx framework Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #45 of 251 Utilities mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Adjus Map Fog Of War Explore Radius

If you don't want to clear all maps and want to see a little more of the map's coastline when sailing, use it.

Default value 50

Edit Config

  • []ExploreRadius = value

    []ex) ExploreRadius = 50

    Console Command

    • []MapExploreRadiusSet value

      []ex) MapExploreRadiusSet 100

      Need BepInEx

      Copy dll file to BepInEx\plugins

      Configuration file ( Run the game once to create a configuration file )

      • []BepInEx\config\catcatcat. FogOfWarExploreRadius.cfg

        Add Radius application mode : Edit config "Mode" property

        • []Fixed value => default value

          []Based on "Run" skill level => idea from VamPerL2 Thank you.

          formula : Radius = 50 + ( Run Skill level SkillLevelRatio[ in config file ] )

        0. 3. 0

        Add Command

        • []MapExploreRadiusReset

          => Reset Fog

        • []ExploreRadiusOnShip = value => Fog Of War Explore Radius Range if player on ship

          ex)ExploreRadiusOnShip  = 100

        Add Command

        • []MapExploreRadiusSetOnShip value => Change ExploreRadiusOnShip  value

          ex) MapExploreRadiusSetOnShip 100

        Modify "proportion" mode formula

        • []Radius = (ExploreRadius or ExploreRadiusOnShip)  + (Run Skill level SkillLevelRatio)

        ExploreRadius available to set 0

        • []for "Hardcore" user zero visibility.

          [] However, the minimap is updated even if it is radius set to 0, so when it is set to 0, the mini-map update cycle is set to the maximum. The results are expected to be similar.

          Fix proportion mode not working on ship

          Add Influenced By Weather

          • []Radius = ( above Final value ) (FogDensity Ratio_Fog) (Ratio_Rain or Ratio_Snow) (Ratio_Night or Ratio_Day or Ratio_Morning or Ratio_Evening)

            Add Show Radius Only Mode. It doesn't remember past areas.

            ? Warning - enabling this will erase all previously discovered areas.

            Add option Enable Notification.

            Add option Enable Debug.

            Edit Fog Density formula range(10~100%)

            • []The internal minimum value is 0. 003 (environmental clear, day) and the maximum value is 0. 15 (environmental misty, night).

              []Since the multiplication operation is used, the value must not be 0.

              []Minimum 10% sight when Fog Density 100%(value 0. 15).

              add Show Radius Only mode Warning description

              fix console crash

              []I haven't tested all the features. Please report an

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adjusts the map fog of war explore radius in 7 Days to Die, allowing fixed values or scaling with the 'Run' skill level. Includes fog reset separation for ship travel, zero visibility for hardcore users, weather influence, and a show-radius-only mode. With 367 endorsements and recent updates, it's a solid utility for players wanting map exploration control.

✨ Key Features

Adjusts map fog of war explore radius to a fixed value or based on 'Run' skill level.
Fog reset separation from when on the ship.
Zero visibility option for hardcore users.
Influenced by weather mode.
Show radius only mode.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-trusted with 367 endorsements and nearly 10k downloads.
  • Offers flexible control: fixed radius or skill-based scaling.
  • Includes hardcore-friendly zero visibility and weather integration.

⚠️ Cons

  • No clear documentation on how weather mode affects the fog.
  • May require testing to balance skill-based radius with gameplay.
🎯 Is This For You?
For 7 Days to Die players who want finer control over map exploration, especially hardcore survivors who prefer zero visibility or those who want fog to scale with their Run skill. Skip if you're happy with vanilla fog mechanics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're on a dedicated server, ensure the mod is installed on both client and server to avoid desync.
  • Test the 'Show Radius Only' mode in single-player first to see how it affects your map awareness.
  • For hardcore zero visibility, pair with a flashlight mod to compensate for the lack of map info.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Valheim Mods
Author
catcatcat
Version
0.7.5
Downloads
9,507
Endorsements
367
Category
Utilities
Created
3/7/2021
Updated
3/1/2026

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