How to see in the dark in Minecraft without torches?

In Minecraft, there are several ways to see in the dark without using torches. Here are some methods you can use to light up your surroundings or see clearly in dark places like caves, dungeons, or the Deep Dark biome:

1. Potion of Night Vision

The Potion of Night Vision is one of the best ways to see in the dark without needing torches. It grants you the ability to see clearly, even in the darkest areas, such as caves or the Nether.

How to Make a Potion of Night Vision:

1. Craft a Brewing Stand:

   • 3 Cobblestone and 1 Blaze Powder (for fuel).

2. Brew Awkward Potion:

   • Use Water Bottles in the brewing stand and Nether Wart as the ingredient to create Awkward Potions.

3. Brew Night Vision Potion:

   • Place Golden Carrot in the brewing stand with the Awkward Potion to create a Potion of Night Vision.
   • This will last for 3 minutes by default, but you can extend the duration by adding Redstone to the potion (which increases it to 8 minutes).

Tip: You can also make Splash Potions of Night Vision by adding Gunpowder, which lets you throw the potion on the ground to give yourself or others the effect!

2. Using Night Vision (Status Effect)

If you don't want to brew a potion, you can use the Night Vision effect from the /effect command or through command blocks in the game. This method doesn't require any ingredients and works instantly.

Steps:

1. Open the chat window.
2. Enter this command:
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   /effect give @p minecraft:night_vision 10000 0
   • This will give you Night Vision for 10,000 seconds (about 2.7 hours).
   • You can adjust the duration or intensity by changing the numbers.

3. Use a Spyglass for Better Vision in the Dark

While not a direct light source, the Spyglass can help you see far distances in dim light or in caves. It allows you to zoom in on specific areas and can help you find better places to explore while in the dark.

Crafting a Spyglass:

• 2 Copper Ingots + 1 Amethyst Shard.

4. Use a Shulker Box for Storage and Light

Although a Shulker Box does not emit light, it can help with your exploration in the dark by providing extra inventory space. With extra room to store items, you can carry more Glowstone, Sea Lanterns, or other light sources to brighten up areas without needing torches. It helps you stay organized and prepared.

**5. Using Glowstone or Sea Lanterns

While not technically torches, Glowstone and Sea Lanterns are great alternative light sources that you can use to light up areas. They provide more light than torches, and they’re often used for more aesthetic lighting in builds.

• Glowstone can be crafted from Glowstone Dust (obtained from the Nether).
• Sea Lanterns are crafted from Prismarine Crystals and Prismarine Shards found in underwater temples.

You can place these blocks directly on the floor or walls to provide light in your environment.

**6. Minecraft's "Ambient Light" Feature (In-Game Lighting)

In some game versions, ambient lighting can help reduce the need for torches. The game adjusts light levels for you depending on the environment you're in. However, this doesn’t replace a dedicated light source like a torch or lantern for complete darkness.

**7. Use the "Darkness" Effect (Java Edition 1.19+)

While this may seem like a hindrance, you can use the Darkness Effect and then counteract it with a Potion of Night Vision. If you're in the Deep Dark biome or near a Warden, this effect causes blurry vision and forces you to adapt. Using Night Vision counteracts this.

**8. Daylight Sensor or Redstone Lamps

While not a direct way to see in the dark, you can use Daylight Sensors with Redstone Lamps for automatic lighting that turns on in the dark, especially in underground builds.

• Daylight Sensors activate Redstone Lamps when it's night or when it's dark enough in the world.

Conclusion

To see in the dark in Minecraft without using torches, the Potion of Night Vision is the most reliable option, followed by using commands to apply the Night Vision effect. You can also use Glowstone, Sea Lanterns, or other light sources like Redstone Lamps to light up your environment in a more aesthetic way.

These options should help you explore without the need for traditional torches or other common light sources! Let me know if you'd like more tips for your Minecraft adventures!