Capture the Glowing Moon and Snowy Night Atmosphere

At night the shader lights up the sky with a glowing moon and striking lighting. Snowy nights and dark forests also get atmospheric particles and deep shadows. Here's how to see those effects at their best.

Snowy Night with the Moon

1. Travel to a snowy biome, ideally one with some open water nearby. The facts show the moon over snow and water as a standout scene.

2. Set the time to night.

3. Look up and find the moon. Frame your view so the moon, the snow and any water all fit in the shot.

4. Stand still for a moment and watch for falling snow particles drifting through the dark landscape.

Dark Forest Shadows

1. Head into a dense forest, such as a dark oak or tall spruce area.

2. At night, look out from under the trees toward an opening where moonlight reaches in. The glowing moon lights the treetops while the forest floor sits in deep shadow.

3. Avoid placing torches right next to you if you want the moody, shadowed look. Your own light sources flatten the contrast.

Tips

• Turn the in-game Brightness slider down if night scenes look too grey. Darker settings make the moon's glow stand out more.
• Hide the HUD for clean screenshots.