Summary

  • Dedicated Stardew Valley fans showcase creativity by creating real-life game-inspired items.
  • A fan's impressive 3D-printed Krobus mailbox with glowing eyes adds a spooky touch for Halloween.
  • ConcernedApe apologizes for delays in releasing Stardew Valley Update 1.6 due to work on his new game.

A fan of the cozy farming game Stardew Valley has created an awesome real-life 3D-printed Krobus mailbox, just in time to give passersby a fright in the run-up to the spooky season. The beloved farm-life simulation game developed by Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, who worked on the title for over four and a half years, first launched on PC in 2016 before making its way to other platforms. Taking the role of a character who inherits their deceased grandfather's run-down farm in a place known as Stardew Valley, players can grow crops, care for livestock, fish, cook meals, and get to know the game's townspeople.

When it comes to creativity, the Stardew Valley community know no bounds in regard to being able to come up with incredible ideas inspired by the immersive sim. Whether it's a Stardew Valley quilt with cute ducks or impressive fan art, the game's skilled fans go above and beyond to showcase their devotion to the highly regarded title, which was heavily inspired by the Story of Seasons series.

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Posting on the Stardew Valley Reddit page, WessWilder has shown off their real-life spooky Krobus mailbox. As the nights are now becoming darker, WessWilder thought it would be a great idea to include green glowing eyes on Stardew Valley's Krobus to give the friendly monster more of a sinister touch, especially since Halloween is approaching. Using thermoplastic polyester, WessWilder created Krobus with a 3D printing device and then placed the adorable creature on top of their oversized mailbox.

Stardew Valley Fan Designs Real-Life Krobus Mailbox

Stardew Valley is filled with tons of secrets and puzzles for players to solve and, for those who haven't played the game yet, one of these puzzles is where Krobus can be found. Players can explore Stardew Valley's Sewers beneath Pelican Town and meet the friendly Shadow Spirit there. Krobus also offers players a daily selection of wares for purchase and can become their roommate if they form a good enough bond.

For players wondering when the Stardew Valley Update 1.6 will arrive on consoles and mobile, it seems as though they might be waiting for some time. Creator ConcernedApe is currently hard at work on his next game, Haunted Chocolatier, but has issued an apology for the delay, explaining that the process of porting the huge patch to other platforms has taken longer than planned.

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Stardew Valley
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RPG
Simulation
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Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
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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
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DIGITAL
PHYSICAL
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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
Platform(s)
PC, Xbox One, Android, iOS, PS4, Switch
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