Ever lost track of how long you've survived in a hardcore world, or wondered exactly which in-game day your mega-build project started? Justwilly's Day Counter Mod solves that by placing a persistent day counter directly above your hotbar, giving you a constant, at-a-glance reminder of how many days have passed. It's a small addition that proves surprisingly useful for survival challenges, timelapse projects, and any playthrough where tracking progress matters.
Key Features
- Persistent HUD Day Display — Shows the current in-game day count right above your hotbar, so you never have to open a menu or run a command to check.
- Always-On Tracking — The counter updates in real-time as days pass, providing a clear and constant reminder of your world's age without any manual input.
- Perfect for Long-Term Playthroughs — Ideal for players running survival challenges, 100-day hardcore attempts, or large-scale building projects where knowing the exact day matters.
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How to Install
- Download and install your preferred mod loader (Forge, Fabric, Quilt, or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version.
- Download Justwilly's Day Counter Mod from the link below, making sure the file matches your loader and game version.
- Place the downloaded
.jarfile into your.minecraft/modsfolder. - Launch Minecraft using your modded profile — the day counter should appear above your hotbar automatically.
Requirements
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Loaders | Forge, Fabric, Quilt, NeoForge |
| Dependencies | Minecraft Forge, Fabric API, Quilt Loader, NeoForge Installer |
| Minecraft Versions | 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.16.5 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dead-simple functionality — install and it just works, no configuration needed
- Supports multiple mod loaders (Forge, Fabric, Quilt, NeoForge) for broad compatibility
- Non-intrusive HUD placement above the hotbar keeps the screen clean
- Appears to be lightweight given its focused, single-purpose design
Cons
- Very narrow feature set — only tracks day count with no additional stats or customization options
- Limited version support, with gaps between 1.16.5 and 1.20.6
- No apparent options to reposition or style the counter display
Download
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FAQ
Does Justwilly's Day Counter Mod work in multiplayer?
The mod displays the in-game day count based on your world data, so it should function in multiplayer as long as it is installed on the client side. Server-side installation is generally not required for HUD-only mods like this.
Can I customize where the day counter appears on screen?
Based on the available information, the day counter is fixed above the hotbar. There do not appear to be configuration options to reposition or change the display style.
Which mod loader should I use for this mod?
Justwilly's Day Counter Mod supports Forge, Fabric, Quilt, and NeoForge. Choose whichever loader matches the rest of your modpack — if you're playing vanilla with just this mod, Forge or Fabric are the most common choices with the widest community support.
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