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Night Vision Effect in Minecraft
Night Vision status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.
| Type | Status effect |
|---|
Data checked Nov 6, 2026
Night Vision is a beneficial status effect in Minecraft. Lets you see clearly in the dark and underwater. You can get it from potions, food, beacons, mobs or commands. This page shows the effect, how to apply it with a command on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition and common questions.
Night Vision at a glance
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Beneficial |
| Effect | Lets you see clearly in the dark and underwater |
| ID | night_vision |
Night Vision command
Java Edition
/effect give @s night_vision 60 1Bedrock Edition
/effect @s night_vision 60 1The first number is the duration in seconds and the second is the amplifier, where 0 is level I and 1 is level II. Add true at the end to hide the particles. Build any combination with the effect command generator and clear it with /effect clear @s. The /effect wiki page has the full syntax.
How to get Night Vision without commands
Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.
Night Vision FAQ
What does Night Vision do in Minecraft?
Lets you see clearly in the dark and underwater.
What is the Night Vision effect command?
On Java use /effect give @s night_vision 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s night_vision 60 1.
How do I remove Night Vision?
Run /effect clear @s night_vision on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.