Minimap Zoom (NEXT-GEN)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #144 of 155 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is NEX-GEN update of adjustable-version of Minimap Zoom mod by vays, available here: https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/1723.
All rights and gratitude belongs to him.
Compatible with Witcher 3 Game of The Year version 4. 04.
What it does:
1. Extends visible area on the minimap by 175% (default)
2. Allows user to change minimap size independently for:
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[]Exteriors
[
]Interiors[]Horse riding
[]Boat sailing
4. Zoom size can be adjusted in-game using built in 'MODS' menu (see installation step 4)
5. Zoom size can be adjusted in-game using + and - keys on numeric keyboard (see installation step 5)
6. Keys + and - can be reassigned to other keyboard keys (see installation step 6).
Installation
1. I recommend automatic installation using Vortex mod manager.
2. For manual installation unpack the archive to 'The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt GOTY' folder.
3. If you use other mods that change interface, it might be required to run the Script Merger to solve file conflicts: https://www.nexusmods.com/witcher3/mods/484
4. If you would like to adjust zoom values using in-game 'MODS' menu:
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[]Go to The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt GOTY\bin\config\r4game\user_config_matrix\pc
[
]Make sure minimapZoom.xml file is inside this folder[]Open dx11filelist.txt or dx12filelist.txt depending what version of game you run. (You can modify both files to be sure).
[]At the end of the file add follwing line:
5. If you would like to change zoom values using + and - numpad keys:
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[]Go to Documents\The Witcher 3
[
]Open input.setting file in text editor - At the end of the file add following:
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=MMZ_Decrement)
IK_NumPlus=(Action=MMZ_Increment)
IK_NumMinus=(Action=M
Minimap Zoom (NEXT-GEN) is an updated version of the original Minimap Zoom mod, compatible with game version 4.04. It lets players customize the minimap zoom size using NUM + and NUM - keys or the in-game MODS menu, with a default of 175% and a maximum of 400%. Separate values for different settings are supported.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-trusted with 170 endorsements and over 5,200 downloads
- Simple and intuitive controls—just hit NUM + or NUM - to zoom
- In-game MODS menu makes customization easy without external tools
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in October 2023—may not work with newer game patches
- Description is cut off, so full feature list is unclear
- Requires the base game version 4.04, which might not be current for all players
For players who want a larger minimap for better situational awareness, especially those on game version 4.04. If you're on a different version, check compatibility first. Skip if you're fine with the default minimap size.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure your game is updated to version 4.04 before installing.
- Use the NUM + and NUM - keys to quickly adjust zoom during gameplay.
- Open the MODS menu in-game to fine-tune zoom values without restarting.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- VAYS
- Version
- 4.04
- Downloads
- 5,224
- Endorsements
- 170
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 10/14/2023
- Updated
- 10/14/2023
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