When Can You Start Dreaming in Animal Crossing: New Horizons? A Comprehensive Guide
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The ability to dream and visit other players’ islands in Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a unique and fascinating feature. If you’re eager to explore the dream world, the good news is you can start dreaming fairly early in the game. The ability to dream unlocks after you’ve completed a few initial steps and requirements in the game. Essentially, you can start dreaming after you’ve had your house built and have spoken to Luna for the first time by simply sleeping in any bed within your home. Once you lay down in bed, the game will prompt you to indicate whether you’d like to sleep or not. When you select “yes” you will be introduced to Luna and the world of dreaming in Animal Crossing.
How to Unlock Dreaming in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Initial Requirements
Before you can dive into the dream realm, there are a few prerequisites to meet. The most basic requirements include owning a bed and having an internet connection with an active Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) subscription. Remember, unlike previous titles like New Leaf, online functionality requires a NSO subscription on the Switch. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown to get started:
Step-by-Step Guide to Dreaming
- Build Your Home: You’ll need to have progressed to the point where you have your own house, as opposed to just a tent. This is a core part of early game progression.
- Acquire Any Bed: You can use any type of bed furniture. It doesn’t matter if it’s a classic bed, sleeping bag, or even a hay bale. Any item you can lay down on will work.
- Lay Down in Bed: Enter your home and interact with your bed. This will prompt a question of whether you wish to sleep.
- Select “Yeah, I want to sleep”: This will transport you to the Library of Dreams, where you will be introduced to Luna.
- Interact with Luna: Luna will explain the concept of dreaming and visiting other islands.
- Select “I want to dream”: After Luna explains, select the option to dream.
- Enter a Dream Address: If you wish to visit another player’s island, you will be prompted to enter the Dream Address of the island you wish to visit.
Following these steps will unlock the ability to dream and allow you to explore other people’s creations, as well as share your own island.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Dreaming in Animal Crossing
1. Do I Need a Specific Bed to Dream?
No, you do not need a specific bed like Luna’s bed to start dreaming. Any bed or sleeping furniture item in your home will work. Luna’s bed is a gift you receive in the mail after the 1.4 update. You also use this bed to leave the dream realm.
2. Is an Internet Connection Required for Dreaming?
Yes, an internet connection and an active Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) subscription are required to use the dream feature and visit other dream islands.
3. What Happens When I Dream?
When you dream, you are transported to a dream version of your own island or another player’s island. You can explore, interact with items, and enjoy the other island without impacting the real-world island.
4. Can I Take Items from Dream Islands?
You can pick up items on dream islands, but you cannot keep them. All items will be reset once you return to your own island. This system ensures no permanent changes or theft can occur.
5. How Do I Get Luna’s Bed?
Luna’s bed is received as a gift via mail after installing the 1.4 update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons. No villagers will have it in their homes. This bed is used to transport you back from the Dream Realm/Dreamscape to the plaza on your island.
6. Can I Visit My Own Island in a Dream?
Yes, you can create a dream version of your own island that others can visit. To do this, select “I’d like to share a dream” when talking to Luna after sleeping. After uploading, you will get a dream address which you can share with others.
7. How Do I Get a Dream Address?
After you select the “I’d like to share a dream” option, Luna will upload a dream version of your island and provide a Dream Address which is a unique code that others can use to visit your dream island.
8. Can I Update My Dream Island?
Yes, you can and should update your dream island regularly to ensure it reflects the latest version of your actual island. Luna will remind you of this.
9. What Are Some Popular Dream Island Codes?
There are many popular dream islands with unique themes and creations. Some well-known examples include:
* Elmertown: DA-5987-9629-0808
* Disney: DA-5692-0203-6659
* Gardenia: DA-4265-7443-3777
* Aika Village (Spooky): 1182-7179-4326
* Silent Hill (Spooky): 0167-0836-7272
* Purgatory (Spooky): 1254-1317-4420
10. What Happens if My Internet Connection Drops While Dreaming?
If your internet connection drops, you will be returned to your own island and may lose any progress made while visiting a dream island. It’s best to have a stable internet connection to avoid interruptions.
11. Can I Use the Dream Feature During Island Tours?
No, you cannot access the dream feature while on an island tour or during another activity that prevents you from being in your home. You must return to your island and be in your home to trigger the dreaming process.
12. How Do I Find Other Players’ Dream Addresses?
You can find dream addresses on players’ TPC (Town Pass Cards). Many players also share their dream addresses on online forums and social media.
13. Is There a Time Limit When Visiting Dream Islands?
There is no time limit when visiting dream islands. You can explore for as long as you like. The dream version of the island does not change in real time, unlike your actual island.
14. What Else Happens at Night in Animal Crossing?
Beyond dreaming, there are a few other nighttime occurrences. For instance, at exactly 3:33 am, TV static can reveal an alien figure and a UFO for a brief minute. The next game day begins at 5 am.
15. Can You Marry Villagers in Animal Crossing?
No, you cannot marry or form romantic relationships with villagers in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. This game focuses on friendship and community rather than romantic relationships.
By following these guidelines and understanding the dreaming mechanics, you can unlock a whole new dimension of fun in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Start exploring and enjoy the creativity and inspiration other players have to offer through the dream world!