Summary
- ConcernedApe plans to keep improving Stardew Valley with more content, updates, and patches.
- He said that he wants to work on the game for the rest of his life.
- Stardew Valley's creator is dedicated to keeping the game enticing and is open to collaborations to enhance the player experience.
Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley, has shared that he would love to continue working on improving the game and adding more content in the future, even as he focuses on releasing a new game. Stardew Valley ranks among the most popular and successful indie games of all time, so it should come as no surprise that the indie title's developer is interested in remaining dedicated to the farming sim.
First released in 2016, Stardew Valley is a life-sim game that sees players taking on the role of a young farmer starting up their own homestead in the countryside of Pelican Town. The pixel aesthetic, adorable story, and lovable characters have drawn in a massively dedicated community, and the creator of Stardew Valley hopes to remain just as loyal to the game as the fans.
Stardew Valley Creator Finally Reaches Impressive Milestone in the Game
Stardew Valley's creator, ConcernedApe, shares that he's reached a major milestone in the game that very few have accomplished to this day.
ConcernedApe spoke with Nintendo Life at PAX West 2024 and revealed his future plans for Stardew Valley. He has been releasing patches and bug fixes for the recent launch of Stardew Valley Update 1.6 on mobile and console and is also making progress on his next game, Haunted Chocolatier. While he may be focusing on a new title, he stated at PAX West that he intends to keep providing new improvements and content for Stardew Valley. "I have so many ideas for Stardew. I feel like I could work on it for the rest of my life, and just keep improving it, adding more stuff to it, more content, fleshing out the existing content," he explained. Update 1.6 marks the biggest patch to date for the game, and many fans are happy to hear that more could eventually be on the way.
I have so many ideas for Stardew. I feel like I could work on it for the rest of my life, and just keep improving it, adding more stuff to it, more content, fleshing out the existing content.
ConcernedApe Intends To Keep Updating Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley has firmly solidified its legacy in the life-sim gaming space and has even begun branching out with new offerings for fans. The final performances of the Stardew Valley Festival of Seasons concert tour recently wrapped up, with ConcernedApe noting that he would be happy to offer a similar experience in the future. He has also stated that he would be interested in a Stardew Valley collaboration with Fortnite, though nothing official has been announced. ConcernedApe's passion for keeping Stardew Valley enticing for first-time and veteran players, along with his efforts to provide new ways to enjoy the world of the game, mark a level of developer dedication that has been applauded by the community.
With more patches for Stardew Valley Update 1.6 rolling out and potential future offerings on the horizon, fans of the life-sim farming game have plenty to look forward to. The title and its developer remain pillars of the indie gaming scene, and many are excited by the promising future of Stardew Valley.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
- Released
- February 26, 2016
- ESRB
- E for Everyone (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Simulated Gambling, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco)
- Developer(s)
- ConcernedApe
- Publisher(s)
- ConcernedApe
- Engine
- Proprietary
- Multiplayer
- Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- Stardew Valley does not currently support crossplay between different consoles and PC
WHERE TO PLAY
You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
- Cross Save
- cross-progression is only available between the PC and mobile versions of the game
- Number of Players
- 1-4
- Split Screen Orientation
- Vertical or Horizontal
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Simulation
- How Long To Beat
- 53 Hours
- X|S Optimized
- No
- File Size Xbox Series
- 1 GB (November 2023)
- Local Co-Op Support
- 1-4 Players
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
