If you want to give your village a fresh look, changing the scenery (background) in Clash of Clans is an easy and fun way to do it. This guide explains exactly how to change scenery, where to get new sceneries, what kinds of sceneries exist, and a few tips so you don’t get confused. I’ll keep the language simple and clear.
What is “scenery” in Clash of Clans?
Scenery is the background art for your Home Village — the grass, water, mountains, boats, and other decorations you see around your buildings. Some sceneries are just visual changes, while others add small custom details (like different boat or music) to make your village feel unique. Many sceneries are cosmetic only and don’t affect gameplay. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Where do new sceneries come from?
New sceneries are usually released by Supercell during events, anniversaries, or as limited-time offers in the in-game Shop. Some sceneries are free or included in special bundles, but many of the fancier sceneries are paid items sold for a limited time. That means if you want a particular scenery, you often have to buy it when it appears in the shop — and it may not return soon. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Quick answer: How to change scenery (fast steps)
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Open Clash of Clans and go to your Home Village.
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Tap your Town Hall. A menu pops up.
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Look for the Change Scenery or the hanger/clothes-hanger icon.
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Scroll through the sceneries you own. Tap the one you want.
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Confirm and your village background will change immediately. (Game Rant)
That’s it — very simple. If you don’t see the scenery you want, it probably means you haven’t unlocked or bought it yet.
Detailed walk-through with pictures of the menu (what to look for)
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When you tap the Town Hall, the pop-up usually shows options like “Edit Layout” and “Change Scenery.” On some game versions the icon looks like a clothes hanger — that’s the shortcut to the Shop where sceneries appear. (YouTube)
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In the Change Scenery screen you’ll see thumbnails of sceneries you already own. Tap a thumbnail to preview it. If you like it, press “Apply” or similar. The change is instant.
How to buy sceneries (if you don’t own them)
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Open the Shop inside the game.
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Look for the hanger/clothing icon or the “Scenery” tab. Limited-time scenery bundles are shown there.
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Buy the scenery using real money (in-app purchase) when it’s available. Some sceneries are bundled with resources or gems. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Note: Prices and bundles change. Supercell sometimes sells sceneries for amounts like $6.99 or higher for special “legendary” sceneries. If you buy a scenery, it will be available in your account to switch to at any time. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Types of sceneries you might see
There are many themes: classic forests, anime-style, space, dark/night modes, special-event sceneries, and even “legendary” sceneries tied to big updates. Some sceneries include small extras like custom boats, custom grass tiles, or unique music that plays in the village. The exact list grows as Supercell releases more. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Common questions and small problems
Q: I tapped Town Hall but don’t see “Change Scenery.” Why?
A: You may not own any sceneries yet. Only owned sceneries show up in the menu. Also, the menu layout can change slightly with updates — look for the hanger icon or the Shop if you can’t find it. (clashofclans-baselinks.com)
Q: Are sceneries free to switch once I buy them?
A: Yes — once a scenery is purchased and linked to your account, switching between the sceneries you own is free and instant. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Q: Can I get sceneries with gems or in-game gold?
A: Most sceneries are sold as limited-time purchases for real money. Occasionally Supercell may include sceneries in special offers or events that give sceneries in a bundle with other items; those offers might include gems or resources. But generally sceneries are paid. (Reddit)
Tips & best practices
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Check the Shop often. Limited-time sceneries come and go. If you like a theme, buy it when it appears. (Reddit)
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Preview before applying. Use the preview in the Change Scenery screen to ensure your base layout looks good with the new background. Some sceneries have darker or lighter tones that change visibility. (clashofclans-baselinks.com)
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Watch official channels. Supercell announces big scenery drops on their social accounts and update notes — following official news helps you know when cool sceneries are coming. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
Short troubleshooting (if something goes wrong)
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If your scenery doesn’t apply, try closing and reopening the game.
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Make sure you’re online — purchases and some cosmetic changes may need a stable connection.
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If a purchased scenery is missing, check that you’re logged into the same account you used to buy it. Contact Supercell Support if the item is still missing. (clashofclans-baselinks.com)
Final thoughts
Changing scenery is a small cosmetic way to personalize your village and show off limited-time themes. It’s easy to do: tap the Town Hall, choose Change Scenery, and pick your favorite. Just remember that many of the best sceneries are limited-time purchases, so if you see one you like, don’t wait too long to grab it. (Game Rant)
Sources & further reading
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Clash of Clans Wiki (Fandom) — complete notes about scenery features and releases. (Clash of Clans Wiki)
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GameRant guide on changing scenery (quick steps). (Game Rant)
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Community posts and threads about buying sceneries (Reddit). (Reddit)
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Scenery lists and pictures (Clash-of-Clans baselinks / guides). (clashofclans-baselinks.com)