SkyGuide
by DeDiamondPro
SkyGuide, a Forge client mod for Hypixel SkyBlock, adds a customizable mini-map and a waypoint system that guides players toward portals and the nearest warp.
What it does
The mod targets the Hypixel SkyBlock experience with changes that stay close to vanilla gameplay. Its mini-map is customizable, though it is not shown on every island yet because some renders are still missing. The waypoint system can point a player to a portal on the way to a destination, or to the closest warp.
The author states that the mini-map uses pre-rendered images instead of reading live world data for the HUD, and argues that this keeps it from giving an advantage in Hypixel's other games. Hypixel's rules on client modifications are vague, so the mod is described as use at the player's own risk. The mod is for Forge on 1.8.9 only, runs on the client alone, and is released under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 only. It is open source, with public source code and an issue tracker. OneConfig is bundled inside the mod, so no separate install is needed for it.
Key features
Customizable mini-map
A HUD mini-map that players can adjust, shown on the islands where its renders are available.
Portal waypoints
A waypoint system that marks the portal to take on the route to a chosen destination.
Nearest warp guidance
The waypoints can also lead a player to the nearest warp point instead of a fixed destination.
Pre-rendered map images
The mini-map draws from pre-rendered images rather than live entity or world data on the HUD.
Gallery
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
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Use cases
Navigating SkyBlock islands
A player moving between islands can follow waypoints to portals or the nearest warp.
Checking the local area
The mini-map shows the surroundings on the HUD on supported islands.
Who it’s for: Players of Hypixel SkyBlock who run Forge 1.8.9 on the client and want a mini-map and navigation aids.
How it compares
NotEnoughUpdates is a client-side Forge mod for 1.8.9, released under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 or later, and is open source. SkyQuill is a client-side Forge mod for 1.8.9 under the Apache License 2.0 and is open source. Unlike SkyGuide, neither is described here as offering a mini-map with portal waypoints.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkyGuide | Forge | 1.8.9 | Client-side only | 2023-08-02 |
| NotEnoughUpdates | Forge | 1.8.9 | Client-side only | 2025-06-16 |
| SkyQuill | Forge | 1.8.9 | Client-side only | 2025-09-24 |
Questions
Does SkyGuide need OneConfig installed separately?
Which game versions does SkyGuide support?
Is the mini-map safe to use on Hypixel?
In the catalog
SkyGuide is one of 2,135 Minigame mods on ModsFinder, and one of 886 Minigame mods for Forge. 955 mods support Minecraft 1.8.9.
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Similar mods
What the author says
If you are looking for a mod that offers a similar map on 1.21, check out SkyCubed! Customizable Mini-Map. (not available on all islands since some renders aren't done yet)
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/skyguide
- Owner
- DeDiamondPro
- Published
- 2022-10-18
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2023-08-02
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15