Field Guide Mod gives the spyglass a real reason to stay in your hotbar. Instead of being a simple viewing tool, it becomes a way to scan plants, animals, and monsters, unlocking entries in a personal in-game encyclopedia as you explore. For players who like discovery-driven progression, this adds a clear sense of record-keeping and curiosity without overstating what the mod does.
Key Features
- Turns the spyglass into a scanning tool for plants, animals, and monsters at a distance.
- Unlocks new entries in your personal Field Guide after each successful discovery.
- Works with modded entities without extra configuration.
- Saves progress per server, making it possible to build your guide over time and with friends.
- Supports custom notes and item descriptions for added lore or utility inside guide entries.
- Includes datapack-driven control over categories, hidden entries, discovery methods, rewards, lore clues, XP rewards, and commands.
Screenshots
How to Install
- Choose the version that matches your Minecraft release: 1.20.1/1.20 or 1.21.1/1.21.
- Install the correct loader for your version: Forge or Fabric for 1.20.1/1.20, and Fabric or NeoForge for 1.21.1/1.21.
- Install the listed dependencies your setup requires, including Fabric API, Immersive Overlays Mod, and Item Descriptions Mod where applicable.
- Place the mod in your mods folder and launch the game with the matching loader profile.
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Loader | NeoForge, Forge, Fabric |
| Dependencies | Minecraft Forge, Fabric API, NeoForge Installer, Immersive Overlays Mod, Item Descriptions Mod |
| Minecraft Version | 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.1, 1.20 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Makes the spyglass meaningfully useful during exploration.
- Adds a clear discovery loop through collectible guide entries.
- Supports modded entities without extra setup.
- Offers datapack customization for rewards, categories, and hidden discoveries.
Cons
- Some features depend on extra supporting mods or the correct loader setup.
- Its value is tied mainly to players who enjoy documenting creatures and exploration progress.
- LootJS integration is temporarily disabled in the latest Modrinth changelog.
Download
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What's New
- LootJS integration has been temporarily disabled due to lag.
- The changelog suggests using Field Guide datapacks or vanilla loot table datapacks instead.
- Lag when joining servers was fixed.
- Lag triggered by running
/reloadwas fixed. - Modrinth shows the project was updated on 2026-03-14.
FAQ
What does Field Guide Mod do in Minecraft?
It turns the spyglass into a discovery tool that can scan plants, animals, and monsters. Successful scans unlock entries in a personal Field Guide that acts as an in-game encyclopedia.
Does Field Guide Mod work with modded entities?
Yes. The provided feature list states that it works with modded entities and does not require extra configuration.
Which loaders and Minecraft versions are supported?
The listed versions are Minecraft 1.20, 1.20.1, 1.21, and 1.21.1. Available builds are Forge and Fabric for 1.20.1/1.20, plus Fabric and NeoForge for 1.21.1/1.21.
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