# GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass

> After a few hours (configurable), either disables the GPS tracker or turns it into a compass.

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [razorwings18](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/razorwings18). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.0.0 (released 2026-05-04)
- **Category:** Other
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Platform:** Client
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 139 (as of 2026-10-01)
- **Followers:** 0
- **First published:** 2026-05-04
- **Last release:** 2026-05-04

## Install

1. Install RedLoader, the Sons of the Forest mod loader (RedManager can do it for you).
2. Download the mod and put it in the `_RedLoader/Mods` folder inside the game directory.
3. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

Download 1.0.0: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass/download/1.0.0
Full guide: https://sotf-mods.com/install

## Compatibility

untested on the current patch.
Details and field reports: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass#compatibility

## Description

**Description**
 Disables the GPS tracker either immediately or after a random amount of time. Once disabled, it can optionally turn into a compass. The maximum potential time that it will work, and whether it will turn into a compass are configurable options.

**Highly Recommended Complementary Mods**
 This mod is meant to be combined with my other mod:
**Writable Paper Map**

**Installation instructions**

- Install RedLoader if you haven't already.
- Unzip to your game's main folder (where SonsOfTheForest.exe is located) maintaining the ZIP's folder structure.
   (The .DLL will end up under the Mods folder, and the .json under the Mods/RW18\_GPSdown folder.) **Main features**
-  Disables the GPS tracker, either immediately or after a random amount of time.
-  Once disabled, it can turn into a compass or show a "NO SIGNAL" message depending on your settings.
-  The maximum potential time that it will work is configurable. It will randomly stop working at some point before your set limit.
-  Even in "NO SIGNAL" mode the tracker is not completely useless - it still emits beeps for nearby GPS tags.
   You can actually get lost in the forest. Waking up in a random village without knowing where you are hits different now!

  **Requirements**
   Must have RedLoader installed.

## Changelog 1.0.0 (2026-05-04)

First release

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass/versions

## FAQ

### Does GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass work in multiplayer?

The author has not stated multiplayer support yet. Check the comments and the field reports of other players.

### How do I install GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass 1.0.0 from this page and put it in the \_RedLoader/Mods folder inside your game directory. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

### What does GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass need?

Only Sons of the Forest on Steam and RedLoader. It has no other dependencies.

### Does GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass work on the current game patch?

There are no compatibility reports yet. If you try it, add a field report.

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Source: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.