The major v0.13.0 update for *Fields of Mistria* has introduced a host of new content, features, and quality-of-life improvements, much to the delight of its player base. One of the most anticipated additions is the ability to adjust the daytime speed, allowing players to pack more into their in-game days. If you're curious about how to tweak the day length, here's a comprehensive guide to help you master this new feature.
How to Adjust Day Time Speed in Fields of Mistria
With the v0.13.0 update released on March 10, *Fields of Mistria* now allows you to customize the length of daytime hours. This feature is accessible to all players, regardless of their progress in the game.
To start, load your current game save from the Main Menu. Once you're back on your farm, open the Pause Menu and navigate to the **Settings tab** (represented by a cog wheel icon) at the bottom. From there, select **‘Accessibility’** from the left-hand drop-down menu. You'll find the **‘Day Time Speed’** option at the top, which defaults to ‘Standard’.
Click on it, and you'll receive a warning that extending daytime hours might affect certain NPC schedules, which are optimized for the Standard setting. If this isn't a concern for you, you can adjust the daytime speed to either **‘Longer’** or **‘Longest’**. Observations suggest that ‘Longer’ significantly extends the daytime, while ‘Longest’ offers even more time, making it the preferred choice for many players.
To apply your new settings, simply have your character sleep in their bed until the day changes. The adjusted daytime duration will then take effect. If you wish to change it again, just repeat the process.
In cozy farming sims like *Fields of Mistria* and its predecessor *Stardew Valley*, time management is crucial. Typically, you have a limited window each day to manage your farm and engage with the townsfolk. Tasks like mining can consume an entire day, requiring careful planning to ensure you return home before exhaustion sets in. The Teleportation Chalice has alleviated some of these concerns, but the v0.13.0 update's introduction of adjustable day length has been a game-changer for players.
This wraps up our guide on how to change day length in *Fields of Mistria*. For more tips and tricks, including how to make money fast, be sure to explore our other content dedicated to the game.
