Our Review
Score
9.5/10
An incredibly charming game that I always find myself coming back to. Years later, ConcernedApe still returns to the game to add more updates to Pelican Town, and each one breathes new life into the experience. What makes Stardew Valley truly special is how it balances cozy farming life with meaningful progression and discovery. Whether I'm optimizing my crop layouts, exploring the mines, or just decorating my farm, there's always something satisfying to work toward.
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Review Scores
IGDB Rating
8.6/10
Critic Score
90.5/100
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About Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a beloved farming simulation RPG developed by solo creator ConcernedApe (Eric Barone). Released in 2016, the game invites players to escape the corporate grind and breathe new life into their grandfather’s overgrown farm in the peaceful town of Pelican Town.
Plant and harvest crops, raise animals, craft goods, and explore mysterious caves filled with monsters and treasure. Beyond farming, you can fish in local streams, forage in the wilderness, mine for valuable ores, and build relationships with the town’s diverse cast of characters – even finding love and starting a family.
With its pixel-art charm, relaxing gameplay, and surprising depth, Stardew Valley offers hundreds of hours of content. The game continues to receive free updates from its dedicated creator, adding new features, areas, and quality-of-life improvements years after launch.
Available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices, Stardew Valley supports both single-player and multiplayer co-op farming. The vibrant modding community on PC extends the experience even further with thousands of custom mods.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This game supports: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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