# Zippy

> Shows zipline information on a display attached to the rope gun.

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [ToniMacaroni](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/tonimacaroni). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/tonimacaroni/zippy

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.0.0 (released 2023-10-21)
- **Category:** Quality of Life
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 8,550 (as of 2026-10-01)
- **Followers:** 0
- **First published:** 2023-10-21
- **Last release:** 2023-10-21

## 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/tonimacaroni/zippy/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/tonimacaroni/zippy#compatibility

## Description

### ZIPPY[#](#md-zippy)

Once the mod is installed you will find a new display attached to the rope gun.
 The display will show the distance from the first placed point to the currently aimed at point.
 The preferred measurement (distance or percent) and placement of the display can be changed from within the mod settings.
 Beyond the display the rope gun will also change the sound pitch depending on the distance.

## Changelog 1.0.0 (2023-10-21)

First release

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/tonimacaroni/zippy/versions

## FAQ

### Does Zippy 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 Zippy?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download Zippy 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 Zippy need?

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

### Does Zippy 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/tonimacaroni/zippy · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.