DISNEY Dreamlight Valley. Top 10 Tips and Tricks to RANK HIGHER in Dream Snaps. GET MORE MOONSTONES!

Dreamsnaps ultimate guide in DISNEY Dreamlight Valley. How to get more moonstones and rank higher following these 10 simple tips and tricks based on science in Disney Dreamlight Valley. Elevate your dreamsnap game today!
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[@kimc5657]

Tip 11: Free critters… if you want the critters of the biome you’re working in to be in your shot… feed them! Once fed, they will usually stay by you or follow you. I’ve successfully done this with ravens and turtles. You can usually “push” them to kind of where you want them to be in your shot, too. (But again, they need to be fed first)

[@FaeDream]

I just had an epiphany -- a lot of people might not know HOW to use the camera settings to switch off of the default, since they are so small, which is why we see so many selfies for outfit challenges. A how-to video might be helpful!

[@samikatt2151]

yes lol I just figured out, with the Festive theme, that if you are in the full body mode in the camera setting, hit T and it expands LOL I have gotten 2 really nice pics since I figured this out :)

[@clarebo]

Yes, I think that's the reason for so many selfies. It's people or kids who don't know about the other camera modes.

[@lisamills5108]

I’ve been asking for this video since Dreansnaps came out. No camera tutorial as of yet.

[@debwlandry]

The tags matter. The program is looking at your photo before any of us get to, so start strong!! Great tips, Mr. StarInSky!!

[@LeLu1616]

I actually put an effort into the fall submission and ended up with 4000 moonstones. Complete surprise! Will start doing more each week now. Thanks for the video. :)

[@jackielowrey3032]

You should do a video of you decorating your dreamsnap this week. Include your starting point, planning, execution of the idea, and how to get the right time of day and angle when taking the pic. Like a whole “how to nail your dreamsnap” video. And maybe wait to post it after you get your results so you can include that at the end of the video.

[@RedHeadMERMAID83]

I love that idea!

[@SayHelloToOblivion]

There are always exceptions to everything. I ranked 11th in the Fire and Water challenge using an indoor photo. My highest rank. I do agree, though, that using outdoor photos are more likely to rank higher.

[@jackielowrey3032]

Dang I was going to do an Elizabeth swan outfit for the pirate theme but you’re right… most people won’t get the reference

[@clarebo]

I'm sure it would be a great photo but you would probably score higher by keeping it simple.

[@Lady_Vina]

I would just do it if I were you, having fun > moonstones

[@cicidoesgames]

These tips are on point! I have made similar observations. The only tip I somewhat disagree with is the outdoor vs. indoor tip. I have scored 4000 moonstones on 8 photos. 5 of those were indoors and 3 were outdoors. Of the 3 snaps I got less than 4000, only one of those was indoors. Overall, this video should be very helpful for anyone struggling to get 4000 moonstones. Thanks for making it! 🌟

[@tinarash7772]

Thank you! You walked home with me earlier. I was "watching" this video on the way home and it kept me calm.

[@TheDecorista]

I have been following most of this ideology more recently and have had a comeback. Once I stopped obsessing, I started doing better again. It also makes a lower moonstone result to down easier.

[@BrandywineStyle]

I 100% agree with avoiding obscure references; I used to tell people this in Covet Fashion all the time. It would be like a “rock star” challenge, and instead of using the most popular/trending clothes, they style an iconic 1980’s Madonna that NO ONE under the age of 40 is even going to recognize. 😂 Then get mad when their masterpiece gets a low score. Just keep the image straightforward and impactful on first glance.

[@Gelfling_Games]

Love the video! Very informative and easy to digest ❤ Also, the music change for the info slides is spectacular 😂😂

[@MelissaH1977]

Thanks for the tips MrStarInSky! Always fun to hear your perspective!

[@lisab2877]

MrStarInSky thanks for sharing your best tips for better dreamsnaps! The past couple weeks have been rough with results after putting time and effort into it, but this video has been encouraging to never give up, because any free moonstones are nice! Here’s hoping moving forward results get better! 👍🏻⭐️🙂

[@Flame.G]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@Swimfin7]

Great tips! I do most of these by have learn a few new ones. Thank you for this video.

[@Lilitha11]

I generally agree with this, however I have seen a few indoor dreamsnaps in premade locations, like the castle or the restaurant or whatever, score extremely well. It is true that outdoor locations tend to be better than indoor locations in your home, but it seems to be an outlier that occasionally someone will do like no decoration at all, take a photo inside the castle or something and get top ten.

[@mrStarInSky]

I agree, indoor photos can do well, but on average it's easier to do well with outdoor photo

[@princessdawn982]

I disagree. If I see one in an indoor area that is premade like the restaurant or villager houses. I find that to be extreme lazy. It surprised me how many people during the kitchen challenge, just went to these premade kitchen areas and snapped a shot. Screamed less than minimum effort to me. If you are gonna do an indoor one. At least do it yourself.

[@Lilitha11]

@@princessdawn982 I agree with you and I think that is true, mostly. In general it seems like outdoor ones do better on average than indoor ones, and I don't think premade locations to well either, in general. However, I seen it. People getting like top 10 in a premade location with no decorations. I don't know why, I can't explain it. It seems like it isn't very common, and in general they don't do as well. However, some times people score big doing it.

[@EarthrealmWarrior]

Ok, these are some great tips. Weird thing is even though i don't play DDLV it iust makes to me because i've seen so many Dreamsnap videos at this point. Also nice editing. Love it 👍

[@mariagz7662]

Thank you for this Mrstar ❤❤❤this really helped

[@star_athena]

Helpful, positive, and funny! As always! ❤❤❤

[@tiffanycave5974]

There's no way everybody gets through every photo or even five percent of forget through every single photo. It shows two at a time this would take months to get through a million photos.. I'm sure some people's aren't even being voted on. So it depends on the order that we are seeing to photos on the screen at a time. Whether it's even gonna be voted for or not.

[@Shapphirelake]

Thank you for these tips! I got feedback in your discord on my frightfully festive pic. So i redo it. Then i saw your livestream. And you said if eyes are closed please redo it! And i did. I learn so much from you. And your current submission is awesome! And i need to block off too😂🥰

[@PurpleDreamlight]

These tips are spot on!!

[@iselinDDLV]

❤THIS IS THE BEST DREAMSNAP GUIDE ON KZbin❤

[@mrStarInSky]

Wow, thank you!

[@iselinDDLV]

@@mrStarInSkyI had 900 moonstones before this and now I have 4K 5 weeks in a row after following this😊

[@AmyOhio]

Thank you for this, love the video❤.

[@ceanura8368]

Awesome video, number 10 is so me I spiral every week for no reason whatsoever, have taught myself not to be disheartened when receiving my rewards, I do get between 2.5k and 4k each week though and at the end of the day I love my submission even though it may not be to everyone elses liking and free moonstones are better than no moonstones, also I think we should be less critical of people's submissions who are we to know who is at the other side submitting them, not everyone is the same ;)

[@grey3414]

I agree 💯

[@UrsulaPowers]

Great tips, MrStarInSky!

[@nanner3200]

Great video! (now I need to go redo my dreamsnap 😄)

[@mtcwuniverse1944]

Watched the complete Video and I am using all of it in my Submissions. I scored only 300 Moonstones for the Fall Theme. Sunset, Pumpkins, Trees in different Colors, a nice Outfit, a Villager and a Racoon = My favorite Submission ever. And than I saw people done the same in Your Result Discord Video and they ALL got 4000 Moonstones. Maybe next time.

[@clarebo]

You probably didn't hit the suggested tags. They are worth 20 points of your score. No matter how good your photo is, if you don't get those tags, you are going to be on the bottom. I forgot them once and it was the only time I got 300 moonstones. I usually get 2500 or 4000, so that was a shock.

[@mtcwuniverse1944]

@@clarebo I always have all 4 Tags! Most of the time 2x-3x what I should have minimum = 12/4 or even 19/4. Something went very wrong, because like You said, it is impossible that I only got 300 for it!

[@HeiHeiPanndy]

They need to disable the selfie pose for dreamsnaps. I never vote for those no matter what. Great tips! I mostly get 4000 moonstones each week thankfully.

[@user-pl3ov4vx3h]

I like selfie pose for my own pics - we just need more camera angles because freestyle mode isn't really what it claims to be

[@HeiHeiPanndy]

@@user-pl3ov4vx3h freestyle is frustrating they really need to fix that one

[@jackielowrey3032]

I agree! No selfies! They never show enough. I’ve never voted for a selfie

[@jazzystarjazz]

OwletteKenz put out a video on using different photo settings. It was very informative and was helpful to use different camera angles.

[@BrittSama]

So… science… approves 😂😂😂❤

[@gigitrinidad921]

Unfortunately for Switch platforms, our camera angles are limited when getting ready to shoot for dream snaps. You set up nicely, but the image allowance cuts into the frame, no matter which of the 3 you pick, the nicer the view, the worst for the face in your character. And then……photo bombers of other characters that gets into a perfect setting!!!! OMG! So annoying! In addition that we can only decorate in a limit because “Switch” only gets of of decor chances, so you literally have to take down any scene decor you beautify just for stage prop set up, with the additional problem of Scrooge’s inventory, still lacking for missing items of sets. (So vital!). I feel we Switch players are cheated out on FULL game experience and wonky mechanics. If only, like in animal crossing, you can pick up the characters and move them away or place them where you need them instead of dealing with inappropriate dress wear for theme related Dream snaps Challenges. If only the “devs” would look into that problem so the competition “Would be fair”. 😔🧐

[@mallene_cozygaming]

I just figured this out! Also on switch and have been complaining that I can’t move my camera in free mode like others and I was just messing around with it and tried using the touch screen and it worked! I was able to move it freely! Literally just figured this out a few minutes ago

[@mallene_cozygaming]

I also agree that we should be able to place characters like in ACNH and make them do certain emotes

[@gigitrinidad921]

@@mallene_cozygaming I Agree! Thank you…someone who understands my “Animal Crossing inner child syndrome” 😊🫶😇

[@kimc5657]

As far as photo bombers, there’s a solution. It’s not a great one, but it works. Fence off your photo shoot area. Sometimes this means closing all the entrances to your biome, or closing the half you’re using. To do this, before you enter the biome, use the map to see who’s in there. Plaza and meadow are hard to do this with because there are usually a lot of them, and you have too many d trances. Skull rock area is hard too unless you close the whole east half of the beach. Go into furniture mode and fence off all entrances to the biome you want, even if it has a couple villagers in it. The idea is to close it before more show up, that’s why you do it before YOU enter, because they follow. Then, use the well to enter, find the villagers and one by one, hang out, lead them to the entrance, open fence, kick them out, bid farewell, close fence. Repeat until your workspace is villager free. 😂

[@mallene_cozygaming]

@@kimc5657 😂 yes tedious but works

[@princessdawn982]

I agree with all of this except the overthinking. Everytime I replaced the original submission, I'm convinced that if I didn't, it wouldnt have done as well. And some of the changes I made was not that different. Something small like a different angle or zooming in more or zooming out more. For example my original critter submission was in my critter pet area and I zoomed out to get as many critters in the shot as possible. But then I decided to zoom more in to my character and the critter i was holding but there was still lot of critters in the shot, just not all. That's the only i changed was the zoom. The reason I think it would have done better than the original is because of one of your tips and that's not having things too zoomed out because people might be voting on a small screen. A tip I have I realized while making the kitchen submission. I made the whole kitchen area 1st then I focused on the actual photo and camera. If your submission is something similar and you make a whole scene for it. Don't just take 1 shot and be done with it and submit. Play around with the camera angle I was surprised to learn that even though i made the whole scene and lot of items have both the required tags, just a slight change in angle could change the amount of tagged items counted significantly. I ended up with a angle I probably would not have thought of doing. But because it got more tagged items. The score was better. One more tip I have is, that might get you better moonstones but it's more for different reasons. Is not to rush to make and/or submit your submission. You have a whole week to do it. Theres so many different reasons too. From your sanity, to finding inspiration if you cant think of something good.

[@tinarash7772]

1. Always follow the theme. I do this 2. Look good when they are small? I may not be doing this. 3. Important things are visible. I do this 4. Not complicated images. I do this. 5. Use all tags. I do this. 6. Don't Leave Empty Space. I do this 7. Use Critters, Characters, Mannequins. I do this. 8. Lighting. I really only like bright sunny days, so I will try what you are saying. 9. Use outdoors. I do this. 10. Don't over think. I don't. And i've never gotten over 1200 moonstones. Please do more research and come up with more tips. I've noticed that some people don't pay attention to what the Dreamsnaps is supposed to contain and vote for what looks good. I really don't like that.

[@Disimyy]

Great tips to help people take better pictures🥰👍🏽 but unfortunately it doesn’t work it’s just so disappointing that the actual rank is so random I’m thinking its more based on what gets seen more which is unbalanced. For the fall challenge I saw so many OUTSTANDING pictures and they ranked poorly to what they should of but I’ve seen an image with less effort/not great composition win most of the time or often scores higher. We’ve all seen that the system is broken so I don’t think that the image composition matters as not the best picture truly wins or even places high each time therefore it’s not a true representation of the best picture

[@princessdawn982]

Just letting you know, the pirate outfit theme was the challenge I was able to use all your tips with. Including not using the wide shot bringing it closer to the character and having something in the foreground. And I got one of my worst results yet. So I think I'll not use any tips from anyone and just do it the way I was and get 4000 moonstones

[@mrStarInSky]

That's fair

[@NatalieGamerz]

Do you remember what we used the little island for off the edge with the step stones in the glad of trust. It’s fully south by river mouth on map. When you look at it and compare it to a pic of repunzel house in movie it looks a little like it’s base. The rock behind it, the flower shaped leaves. The grey base. I can’t remember what we did there before though…

[@Texastia]

Thank you! I will try these tips on the current challenge. Maybe I’ll get more than 600 moonstones 😂

[@Ashethetics]

Great video, and I appreciate the kindness and words of positivity in it.

[@michaelpolehonki]

Inside is hard but not impossible to rank high. my inside arcade for the rainbow week got in the 200 rank. on the other hand my inside fall snap got 2500 stones and ranked in the 6000 range, probably because for that theme outside just worked better, where rainbow challenge didn't really relate to inside or outside

[@noemiventura2363]

My biggest problem is the lack of objects or dress, I start play this game in mod august. I raise the amount week by week, today I reached 1200 for the first time! For this week I will try your tips! 😊

[@Snowspark811]

I have me er gotten more than 600 moonstones. Hopefully, by following these tips I can get a better ranking and more moonstones. I am not usually the best at decorating since I tend to overthink what I am doing with an area.

[@mrStarInSky]

Good luck!

[@9sheri9]

4:10 Um, I primarily play on Switch but I have it docked to a 55" TV bro 😂😂 ❤

[@sarxah.b]

Omg Breaking Bad… I love it

[@Rosithhhh]

When you play this game on switch it doesn’t mean you play it small, I play on a 55inch with my switch. Which is bigger than a pc screen. 😅

[@jackielowrey3032]

You had a good point about people voting on switch and seeing a tiny picture. I’m on switch so I’m going to use the TV when I vote

[@jackielowrey3032]

*from now on

[@Lady_Vina]

The screen size is a really big point. I play on a big tv (xbox) and then download my pictures to mobile to get a different perspective.

[@iselinDDLV]

I will follow this and update you next week if it works for me❤ Edit: 2 weeks, because next is the park food picture.

[@iselinDDLV]

And the update is I have got 4K 5 weeks in a row after watching this, so it works!!!

[@calebberman9784]

Thank you for inspiring me to build a breaking bad area in my valley

[@Farfly26]

I dont agree with outdoor instead than indoor. Some people do amazing room and rank as high as an outdoor dreamsnap.

[@mrStarInSky]

I agree, but on average it's easier to score higher with outdoor photo, though it's not impossible to get a good result with indoor photo

[@cleopheerose1820]

Can someone tell me what is the website with all the results from different people at the beginning of the video ? Thanks!

[@SGlitz]

Hidden Messages: While I agree. I have an outlier. My (Sabalom Glitz) Moana's Village is 'Gilligan's Island' referenced. It got 4K. I don't understand it unless more people got the joke.

[@allijmccoy]

Hey ya’ll!! I gotta question about the house skins from last week…I could only afford the Mike & sully apt last week. But it gave me 2 of them, meaning I went to place it down in my plaza & there was another one-like when we’ve bought 10 more vine walls from Scrooge. When we go to place those vine walls, there’s not 10 different vine walls in their own slot, they’re stacked in that one slot. Thanks so much yall for any advice and help with this issue! ~Alli

[@allijmccoy]

Nevermind! Must of been a temporary bug as the extra house was no longer available!

[@lisamills5108]

What’s tough on the Switch is the free camera mode. It’s pretty much unusable. So I’m stuck using the pose modes which makes me feel limited.

[@maddiehoops2003]

1:12 how did you get your ears?

[@reneradif530]

How do I share a picture over here

[@TheLindaRowley]

How do I get on discord Chanel and how do I put up my submission?

[@enchantress6663]

Doesnt matter what i do, i put in alot of effort with mine, I'm still ranking REALLY low and only getting 1500 moonstone every time

[@MsStarlet21]

How did that person in the pirate oic with Donald get that red and gold chest?? And put it on the ground?

[@mallene_cozygaming]

The red and gold ones are from the dreamsnaps rewards and when you claim them and the chest is in your inventory you can drop it

[@TeddyBear-zx3vn]

only the red one is a dreamsnaps rewards@@mallene_cozygaming

[@TheLindaRowley]

It keeps telling me that I have my phone number already in there but I can't get in.😢

[@SGlitz]

Including this week? :)

[@TiaMolina]

I was getting 300 and I just got 600 for my dream snap

[@tiffanycave5974]

Over half to vote for were not even what the theme says too do. 😂

[@mariagz7662]

Mrstar how did you make Donald jump

[@mrStarInSky]

Middle of the tantrum:)

[@mariagz7662]

@@mrStarInSky wait how

[@mrStarInSky]

@@mariagz7662 check out today's stream

[@mariagz7662]

@@mrStarInSky ok

[@janinalehtonen7395]

1 rule only: be basic all i have seen get 4000 look same and very often weekly just with different clothes and it's getting really old

[@jackielowrey3032]

Based on science lol

[@serenav8029]

i over think my pictures alot also.

[@TheLindaRowley]

The most I ever got was 600 moon stones.

[@gillianwoods8620]

I’m not getting anything in my letterbox now I was

[@LostHope84]

Number 1 tip: Do your dream snaps live on KZbin so all your followers will vote for your pic when they see it.

[@KRickell]

Ive never seen anyone’s picture that stream there videos live to vote for. And I watch 3-4 diff ppl.

[@mrStarInSky]

Let's do an experiment next time, I won't do a dreamsnap during the stream and let's see how it does

[@EarthrealmWarrior]

Don't think it counts towards much. First you'll have to get that his submission and even if people vote for it, it's a small number compared to the votes of millions of players who don't watch his videos

[@debwlandry]

That is literally NOT how the voting works for Dreamsnaps… hypothesis failed.

[@user-pl3ov4vx3h]

Since I never see yours or anyone else's from discord when I vote keep doing your dreamsnap streams Mr Star. We all love them!@@mrStarInSky

[@SarahLittle-wk6oo]

I’m ashamed to admit how much I play this game

[@AndreaLunaXD]

I think that all the tips we can figure out are useless because is completely random.😂

[@rachelkerns86]

Submitting early seems to help 🫶🏻