Immersive Minimaps
Immersive Minimaps: A focused Java minimap for players using Hoofprint and Surveyor landmarks. Ranked #6 of 22 in Minecraft Minimap Mods by our editors (8.4/10); pricing: Free plan; best for surveyor and Hoofprint users.
At a glance
- Editor score8.4 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSurveyor and Hoofprint users
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- WaypointsYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Shows nearby Surveyor landmarks and map-sharing players
- Supports Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge compatibility arrangements
- Adds item-based waypoints and Hoofprint world-map access
Where it doesn't
- Requires Hoofprint
- NeoForge use requires compatibility through Sinytra Connector
- Beta builds may have additional server requirements
Our verdict on Immersive Minimaps
Immersive Minimaps is an open-source, client-side minimap mod for Minecraft Java Edition. It adds a minimalist overlay showing the player's surroundings when a map is present in the inventory or a bundle. The mod is aimed at players who use Hoofprint or the Surveyor Map Framework and want nearby landmarks, shared players, waypoints, and world-map access available from the minimap interface.
Its strongest fit is the surrounding ecosystem. Immersive Minimaps integrates with Hoofprint, Surveyor Map Framework, and Immersive Overlays. The overlay can display nearby Surveyor landmarks and players who are sharing their map, while the minimap list provides access to the Hoofprint world map. Waypoints can be placed by using items on blocks, and clicking the block again removes landmarks. This makes the mod particularly useful for navigation built around the connected Hoofprint and Surveyor features rather than as a standalone mapping tool.
The published compatibility details cover Fabric, Forge, and NeoForge across Minecraft versions 26.3, 26.2, 26.1.x, 1.21.8, 1.21.1, and 1.20.1. NeoForge support is described through Sinytra Connector, and beta builds may have additional server requirements. Hoofprint is required, so players seeking an independent minimap without that dependency should choose another option. Immersive Minimaps is a strong choice for Java Edition players already using the supported mapping ecosystem, especially those who value landmark visibility, shared-player information, and quick waypoint placement.
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Immersive Minimaps fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Waypoints | Yes |
| Supported mod loaders | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge |
| Supported game versions | 26.3, 26.2, 26.1.x, 1.21.8, 1.21.1, 1.20.1 |
| Entity radar | Not verified |
| Cave mapping | Not verified |
| Map shape options | Not verified |
| Minecraft edition | Java |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Support | Community, Tickets |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Hoofprint, Surveyor Map Framework, Immersive Overlays |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | modrinth.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Immersive Minimaps integrations
Immersive Minimaps lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Hoofprint
- Surveyor Map Framework
- Immersive Overlays
Alternatives to Immersive Minimaps
- Xaero's MinimapA full-featured free minimap for players who want terrain, entities, caves, and waypoints.9.4
- VoxelMapA broad-version Java minimap mod with maps, overlays, waypoints, cave view, and radar.9.2
- Map AtlasesA map-centered minimap mod with strong atlas tools and optional exploration features.9.0
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