How to make a day night cycle script from scratch

Learning how to make a day night cycle script is honestly one of those "level up" moments for any aspiring game developer. There's just something about watching the sun dip below the horizon and seeing the stars pop out in your own game world that makes everything feel real. It adds a layer of immersion that static lighting can't touch. If you've been staring at a bright, noon-day sun in your project and wondering how to get things moving, you're in the right place. ...

February 18, 2026 · 7 min · Rubem Diamond