Entity Overlay
by R7X2
Entity Overlay draws a customizable outline around an entity's hitbox whenever that entity is within reach, so the target is easier to see during combat and positioning.
What it does
Minecraft does not always show clearly where an entity sits relative to the player's reach. Entity Overlay fills that gap by drawing an outline around the hitbox of any entity within reach. The outline color, its fill, its opacity and when it appears can all be adjusted, so the overlay can match a player's preference and play style. It changes only what is shown on screen and leaves the game's combat mechanics untouched.
The mod is a client-side only Fabric and NeoForge mod, so players install it and servers do not need it. Its lightweight design aims to give useful visual feedback without adding unnecessary overhead. It is released under the MIT License and is not open source. Files are published for Fabric and NeoForge across six release versions, 1.21.1 – 26.3, with 1.0.9 as the latest file for each loader.
Key features
Reach overlay
Entities within the player's reach receive an outline, making it clear which one a click or attack will reach.
Customizable outline
The outline color can be changed to suit the player's preference.
Adjustable fill
The fill can be turned on or off, and its color and opacity can be set separately.
Visibility options
Settings control how and when the overlay is displayed, so it can stay out of the way when not needed.
Gallery
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Who it’s for: Players who want clearer visual feedback on entity position during combat, mob encounters and precise positioning. Because it is client-side only, it suits single-player worlds and multiplayer clients alike.
How it compares
Light Level Overlay is a client-side only Fabric and NeoForge mod released under the MIT License and is open source, with files for 1.21.11 – 26.2. Dissy Block Overlay is a client-side only Fabric mod under All rights reserved and not open source, with files for 1.21.11 – 26.2, and it highlights blocks rather than entities. Entity Overlay covers both loaders and the wider range 1.21.1 – 26.3.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entity Overlay | Fabric and NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 26.3 | Client-side only | 2026-09-24 |
| Light Level Overlay | Fabric and NeoForge | 1.21.11 – 26.2 | Client-side only | 2026-08-02 |
| Dissy Block Overlay | Fabric | 1.21.11 – 26.2 | Client-side only | 2026-09-22 |
Questions
Does Entity Overlay need to be installed on the server?
Which loaders does Entity Overlay support?
Can the overlay be turned off or limited?
In the catalog
Entity Overlay is one of 11,058 Mobs mods on ModsFinder, and one of 5,189 Mobs mods for Fabric. 8,071 mods support Minecraft 26.3.
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What the author says
See exactly when an entity is within your reach. Entity Overlay is a lightweight, client-side Fabric mod that gives you clear visual feedback about entities around you, making positioning and combat awareness easier.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/entity-overlay
- Owner
- R7X2
- Published
- 2026-07-17
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-09-24
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15