Here’s a UI-extension MOD that makes 7 Days to Die’s map feature just a little more convenient to use.
What kind of MOD is it?
“OCB Map Waypoints (V2.X)” appears to be a MOD that adds more icons for the waypoints (markers you place yourself) shown on the in-game map and compass. The author is ocbMaurice, who has released numerous MODs for 7DTD, and the version at the time of writing is 0.5.1 (updated September 2025).
Vanilla (standard) waypoints offer only a limited selection of icons, but with this MOD installed, you’ll be able to choose your markers from a much wider variety of icons. On top of that, it includes a system that lets other MODs specify and swap out icons via XML, so it’s described as also serving as a “foundation (library)” for MOD authors.
Main features
- More icon types: You can expect it to become easier to tell your markers apart by purpose—bases, traders, resources, danger zones, and so on.
- Supports changing icons via XML: It appears to offer the extensibility for other MODs to assign their own custom icons. You could call this a feature aimed at authors who want to build it into their own MODs.
- A UI-category MOD: Rather than making major changes to game balance itself, it seems to be an improvement geared toward enhancing readability and ease of organization.
Installation tips
Installation is likely to follow the same flow as a typical MOD: unpack the distributed file and place it into the Mods folder. Be sure to check the instructions on the distribution page for details.
One thing to note: this MOD is explicitly stated to be incompatible with EAC (Easy Anti-Cheat). If you use it, it appears you’ll need to turn EAC off when launching the game. When joining multiplayer, please also check the server-side compatibility status. We also recommend backing up your save data before installing.
Who it’s recommended for
- Exploration lovers who want to manage bases, traders, material points, and the like in fine detail with markers
- Anyone who felt the standard number of icons made them hard to tell apart
- MOD authors who want to use their own custom map icons in their homemade or modified MODs
This looks like an unsung-hero UI extension, well suited to anyone who wants to organize the information on their map comfortably. As long as you keep in mind that it’s incompatible with EAC, it’s shaping up to be a MOD that boosts the convenience of your exploration.
※This article is an introductory piece based on information posted on Nexus. Since specifications and supported versions may be updated, please check the latest information on the original page before installing.