How to Read and Navigate Using the Compass Ribbon

Dead Reckoning adds an on-screen compass ribbon directly to the top of your display, allowing you to maintain your bearings without opening debug menus or stopping to look at a hand-held map.

Checking Your Direction

When the mod is active, look along the top edge of your screen while exploring. As you rotate your camera, the compass ribbon moves horizontally to reflect the direction your character is facing. Cardinal directions and intermediate headings shift across the band in real time, letting you monitor your orientation while running, sailing, or flying.

Following On-Screen Headings

To travel in a straight path toward a destination:

1. Rotate your view until your target heading (such as North or East) is centered on the ribbon.

2. Keep that heading centered as you move across the landscape.

3. Glancing at the ribbon lets you navigate through visually repetitive environments—like oceans, snowy tundras, or dense forests—without drifting off course.

If the ribbon is not visible on your screen, ensure you are holding a compass item in hand, as display behavior depends on whether the held-item requirement is enabled in your settings.